We were joined on The Agenda this morning by Independent Ireland TD Ken O’Flynn in Cork, who took to social media yesterday to have his say on an event being held in Shannon on St Patrick’s Day called “Celebrate the Cultures of Shannon”.
On his social media platforms Deputy O’Flynn wrote:
“St Patrick’s Day is Ireland’s national day. It marks the feast of our patron saint and celebrates Irish history, Irish music and Irish culture.
Everyone is welcome to celebrate with us.
Ireland has always been welcoming… But the day should remain about Ireland.
Turning St Patrick’s Day into a global “celebrate every culture” festival misses the point. Every nation deserves one day each year that honours its own heritage. Ireland deserves the same”.
Deputy O'Flynn told us exactly why this event struck him and why he has called it out.
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