Facebook breaches policy with 14 firearm advertisements in Ireland

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Guns are easily available to buy online in Ireland, Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent Jess Kelly has uncovered. Jess found 14 advertisements for firearms on Facebook, and was able to purchase a gun herself.

contacted Gardaí ahead of the purchase in line with protocol and planned to destroy the firearm should it be delivered.

To purchase a firearm, Irish law requires someone is over 16, has two character references, a ‘good reason’ for wanting the firearm , a safe location in which to use the firearm, and other strict requirements.Jess said Capita said, “it’s your responsibility to ensure the Life Card is legal to own in your local area”.

Following the payment and order confirmation, Jess’ order could not be found, and the firearm has not been delivered.Jess said she believed the website relies on ‘viral’ products for engagement on social media.

 

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