The Government is stepping up its contingency plan in the event of an international terrorist attack happening here.
According to The Irish Times, the special military forces, the Army Ranger Wing are to be given a more direct and high profile role in responding to a potential threat.
The soldiers will work with the Garda Emergency Response Unit and The Armed Support Unit, who are currently the first responders in the event of an attack.
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The new co-operation between forces will include enhanced joint training exercises.
