Fenit Island protest march

HUNDREDS of people took part in a protest march to assert what they say is a traditional right of way on Fenit Island, a scenic and historic island off the coast of Kerry, yesterday.

Gardaí accompanied the marchers and private security was also employed on some property.

Organisers said up to 350 people assembled yesterday on the walk which was stewarded by the Fenit Island Access campaign group which oversaw the first march at Christmas.