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Ireland is safer than most countries in Europe, but normal precautions should be observed. In Dublin, drug-related crime is quite common and the city has its fair share of pickpockets and thieves.
Dublin is particularly notorious for car break-ins, and insurance policies often don’t cover losses from cars.
Obviously, there’s a certain degree of violence due to the Troubles in Northern Ireland, but it’s unusual to come across any personally, and if the peace process continues, violence should diminish. Still, it’s probably best to ensure your visit to Northern Ireland doesn’t coincide with the climax of the Orange marching season on 12 July when even many Northern Irish leave the province.
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