Up the Banner in a safe way, warns road safety watchdog

The National Roads Authority has been accused of being ‘party poopers’ for removing flags and banners from motorways erected by Banner supporters as they prepare to move en-masse to Dublin for tomorrow’s All-Ireland replay.

Senior member of Clare County Council, Patricia McCarthy (Ind) made the claim as NRA-employed contractors continued their work of removing banners and flags erected by Clare supporters at fly-overs along the county’s motorway system.

“The NRA must learn to respect and take account of local traditions and customs when counties are participating in major events like an All-Ireland hurling final.