Chernobyl walkers aim to raise €500,000

HEAVY persistent rain failed to dampen the generous spirit of thousands of students who turned out yesterday in towns and cities around the country to raise funds for the Chernobyl Children’s Project.

Colm Jordan, president of the Union of Students of Ireland (USI), said the rain was no bother for the students who took part in the charity walk.

“They know that at least they can walk in the rain in Ireland. In Chernobyl it is another story - people have to stay in because the rain is poisoned,” he said.