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
Updated 22 June 2026 Moore Hall is situated to the south of the village of Carnacon in Co. Mayo, lying on Muckloon Hill overlooking Lough Carra. It was once the home of George Moore and his family. The Moores were originally from Ashbrook House near Straide and were New English in Ireland and Protestant. However,… 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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