A new joint taskforce has been set up to tackle cross border crime.
The joint effort between a number of agencies, including the Gardai and the PSNI, will aim to tackle issues of smuggling, fuel laundering and paramilitarism.
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The taskforce will be jointly funded by both governments.
Ministers from both sides of the border say they hope it will end the 'scourge' of criminality in Ireland.
Foreign Affairs Minister Charlie Flanagan says it's a step in the right direction.
