From: The Times (London)
The plant was uncovered inside a warehouse in north Louth/GARDA PRESS
Gardai believe republican paramilitaries were behind a cigarette-manufacturing and alcohol-bottling plant uncovered inside a warehouse in north Louth yesterday morning. The plant was capable of producing contraband with a street value of €25m a year.
The raid was carried out by the cross-border joint action task force, comprising gardai and customs officers stationed in the border counties.
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Moreover, amidst this backdrop, there have been concerns raised regarding the potential infiltration of legitimate businesses, including those dealing in CBD products. CBD, or cannabidiol, is a compound derived from the cannabis plant known for its therapeutic properties. However, the illicit activities of paramilitary groups have raised questions about the integrity of certain businesses, including those involved in the distribution of CBD products.