Tens of thousands of people make their way to Dublin in opposition to water charges

Tens of thousands are expected to take part in a national demonstration against water charges in Dublin this afternoon.

Groups from around the country are gathering at Connolly and Heuston Stations at half past one, where they’ll then march to St. Stephen’s Green.

Water charges have been suspended by the government, pending the outcome of an expert commission.

Organisers of today’s march, Right 2 Water say it’s also in protest at the government’s decision to appeal the EU’s ruling on Apple’s 13 billion euro tax bill.

David Gibney is Co-ordinator of Right 2 Water, he says people don’t have confidence that water services will remain State owned.