Statement by Taoiseach Micheál Martin on the proposal to rename Herzog Park

"The proposal to rename Herzog Park should be withdrawn in its entirety and not proceeded with.

"The proposal would erase the distinctive and rich contribution to Irish life of the Jewish communities over many decades, including active participation in the Irish War of Independence and the emerging State.

"The proposal is a denial of our history and will without any doubt be seen as antisemitic.

"It is overtly divisive and wrong. Our Irish Jewish communities’ contribution to our country’s evolution in its many forms should always be cherished and generously acknowledged.

"This motion must be withdrawn, and I ask all on Dublin City Council to seriously reflect on the implications of this move."