Dublin's statues fail to honour historic Irish women - how do I explain this to my daughters?

Bridges, parks, buildings, streets and statues in Dublin virtually all commemorate historical men... is it time for change?

Simon Tierney with his children Daniela, 1, and Giovanna , 3, in Merrion Square. Photograph Moya Nolan

Our capital city belongs to men. The office building where I work is named after a man. The same building is surrounded by William, George and Stephen… streets all named after men. Bridges, parks, buildings, streets and statues in Dublin virtually all commemorate historical men. The city centre is a penis parade. How do I explain this to my daughters?

Since I became the father to two young girls, I have come to realise just how male our built environment is. As they grow up, will they be able to see themselves reflected in the city in which they live?