Great Famine yearly tribute

A WEEKEND will be set aside every year to commemorate the Great Famine and celebrate the contribution millions of Irish immigrants made around the world after fleeing starvation.

Great Famine yearly tribute

The Government is examining the possibility of holding such an event in May and the Department of Foreign Affairs will discuss with other countries how they can become involved in events for the descendants of those who emigrated.

A committee was announced yesterday by Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs Eamon Ó Cuív to decide arrangements for a future annual commemoration.

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