Rebellious postmasters storm GPO seeking action

Protestors see the future of the post office inextricably linked to a way of life in rural Ireland, rather than a means to make money, writes Michael Clifford.

MAYBE they thought barrelling through the side door would deliver the element of surprise, but after an aborted attempt at entry, they stormed the GPO by the main entrance.

Just like 101 years ago, the clientele inside didn’t think much of the whole kerfuffle, initially.