Trade unionism in Ireland stretches as far back as the 1700s. By 1800 the labour organisations of Irish workers had taken root, but many attempts were made by employers and local and central governments to stop the Irish workers’ efforts. Despite this, improvements in the working conditions for certain skilled workers were seen. One such… Continue reading Ireland | The Challenges in Unionising Women Workers in the Late 19th and Early 20th Centuries
A few years ago I shared some photographs I took of Moore Hall in my Moore Hall Photo Essay. I'm very lucky to live only a few miles from this beautiful 'Big House' and I have fond memories of walking around the estate and having picnics as a little girl with my family. I thought… Continue reading Ireland | A Short History Of Moore Hall
Inchagoill Island is a small island on Lough Corrib in Co. Galway. Inchagoill comes from the Irish 'Inis an Ghaill' meaning 'Island of the Stranger'. This special island is home to a number of ancient monastic ruins, some of which date back to the 5th century. Teampall na Naoimh (Church of the Saints) and St.… Continue reading Ireland | Inchagoill Island
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