Garda commissioner challenged over requests to journalists to hand over riot images

The transcript discusses the risks photographers face at events, particularly when their images are shared on platforms like TikTok. It highlights the legal obligations to gather evidence through warrants and the potential consequences of not covering these events, which could lead to a lack of public awareness and reliance on biased media sources. The speaker emphasizes the responsibility to bring offenders to justice by obtaining evidence lawfully.

What is a major concern for photographers when their images are shared on platforms like TikTok?

• Better job opportunities

• Exposure to danger

• Loss of copyright

• Increased popularity

Why is it important to obtain a warrant during investigations?

• To increase media coverage

• To avoid public scrutiny

• To speed up the investigation process

• To ensure evidence is collected legally

What could happen if events are not covered by photographers?

• Media platforms will lose interest

• Photographers will be safer

• Evidence will be incomplete

• The public will have more information

Where might the public turn for information if events are not covered?

• Social media influencers

• Far-right media platforms

• Government websites

• Mainstream news outlets

What is the ultimate responsibility of the commissioner in the context of the video?

• To increase event coverage

• To bring offenders to justice

• To limit media exposure

• To protect photographers