Kerry chef Paul Treyvaud expressed his views on the recent riots in Ballymena, County Antrim, attributing them to failed immigration policies in Ireland and warning that they could be a sign of things to come.

In a recent Facebook video, Treyvaud stated that the unrest in Ballymena was a result of the government's treatment of its people, labeling them as 'far-right, racists, and Nazis.'

He criticized the practice of bringing in large numbers of men and placing them in small towns and villages, which he believes is negatively impacting tourism.

As the owner of Treyvaud Restaurant in Killarney, Treyvaud has been vocal about his opinions on immigration and was a strong critic of lockdown measures during the COVID-19 pandemic due to their effects on businesses.

While condemning discrimination based on religion or skin color, Treyvaud emphasized the importance of addressing the concerns and fears of the public regarding immigration policies.

Despite acknowledging the wrongfulness of attacking individuals based on their identity, Treyvaud did not explicitly denounce the property damage caused by the riots in Ballymena in his video message.

He warned that the current situation in Ballymena is a consequence of disregarding the voices of the Irish people and prioritizing the interests of newcomers over locals, potentially leading to more incidents like the one in Ballymena.

Expressing uncertainty about his predictions, Treyvaud urged authorities to reconsider their approach to immigration to prevent further unrest.