1916 headquarters to be declared a National Monument

Conservationists have won the battle to save 16 Moore Street.

The Taoiseach Bertie Ahern has announced that the historic building is to be declared a National Monument, because it served as the headquarters of the 1916 leaders after they retreated from the GPO.

Campaigner Matt Doyle, from the National Graves Association, said it was about time the building was given the recognition it deserves.