The latest gangland killing in Dublin is dominating the general election campaign.
Enda Kenny and Joan Burton have promised Gardai whatever resources they want to tackle gangland criminals.
But Fianna Fáil say the force has been starved of resources, and Sinn Féin's sticking to its plan to abolish the Special Criminal Court.
The murder of Eddie Hutch so soon after David Byrne has led to fears of an all out war among gangland figures in Dublin.
Campaigning in Wexford, Taoiseach Enda Kenny admitted the situation can't be tolerated and Gardai would get whatever they need.
That's a position backed by Labour leader Joan Burton – and Dublin Central candidate Joe Costello wants even more help.
But Fianna Fáil says rank and file Gardai feel starved of resources, despite assurances from the Commissioner they have all they need – Micheál Martin.
Sinn Féin's sticking to it's plan to abolish the Special Criminal Court – Gerry Adams.
Renua's compared Ireland to Mexico in the wake of the gangland killings.
Elsewhere the Anti Austerity Alliance has attacked Sinn Féin saying they are deepening divisions in the North.
The Greens are still calling for their inclusion in the first debate of the campaign next week.
