Leinster House has been evacuated as a precaution this evening - because of what is being referred to as a "power surge".
The newest wing of the complex, named 'LH 2000', was evacuated at around teatime this evening.
However it is understood that there was no danger to anyone present, and the measure was simply as a precaution.
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It is believed the electrical facilities in the building have been undergoing renovation in the last few days.