Up to 1,500 people have gathered in Strokestown, Co Roscommon calling for an end to forced evictions.
The protest follows violent clashes last week after a family was evicted from their farm on the outskirts of Strokestown.
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Two men were arrested as part of the garda investigation into alleged criminal damage and assault.
The men were later released and a file is being prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Meanwhile, the Financial Services Union is seeking an urgent meeting with KBC management to discuss staff security measures following a number of suspected arson attacks on KBC banks.
The Union also wants to discuss the bank's handling of arrears cases in light of the recent eviction of a family in Strokestown.
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