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Taoiseach Concerned Over Possible Fentanyl Drug Surge In Ireland

The Taoiseach says the country must be prepared for the arrival of illegal supplies of Fentanyl.

There's concern a drug 50 times stronger than heroin could reach our shores.

The Taoiseach says the country must be prepared for the arrival of illegal supplies of Fentanyl, with reports that gangs are trying to bring it here.

The Irish Examiner says Leo Varadkar issued the warning, following on from the US experience, where the drug has had a devastating impact on the street.

Addiction specialist Dr Garrett McGovern says Fentanyl could cause havoc:

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