Protest will mark Princess Anne's visit to Croke

The first British royal to visit Ireland’s historic Croke Park stadium next weekend will be welcome despite hardline republican protests, the Minister for Foreign Affairs Dermot Ahern Minister insisted today.

Protest will mark Princess Anne's visit to Croke
Mon, 18 Feb, 2008 - 07:22

The first British royal to visit Ireland’s historic Croke Park stadium next weekend will be welcome despite hardline republican protests, the Minister for Foreign Affairs Dermot Ahern Minister insisted today.

The Princess Royal will make history when she enters the stadium where 14 civilians were massacred by British troops in 1920.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

Benefit image

Limited offer valid for new and returning customers. Annual billed once for first year. Monthly (discount first 3 months) billed monthly, then €12/month. Ts&Cs apply.

WhatsApp logo

Irish Examiner’s WhatsApp channel

More in this section

Department of Children defends Tusla oversight as Kyran Durnin report nears publication Department of Children defends Tusla oversight as Kyran Durnin report nears publication
Carcass of a near-60ft whale washes up on West Cork beach Carcass of a near-60ft whale washes up on West Cork beach
Close-up on school lunches at the cafeteria 'No new legislation' on hot school lunches, says food safety body
CourtsHeathrowPlace: CrokePlace: IrelandPlace: Croke ParkPlace: Hogan StandPlace: ScotlandPlace: Lansdowne Road stadiumPerson: Princess AnnePerson: Minister for Foreign AffairsPerson: Dermot AhernPerson: Princess RoyalPerson: Michael HoganPerson: AnnePerson: Queen Elizabeth IIPerson: TaoiseachPerson: Bertie AhernPerson: MinisterOrganisation: IrelandOrganisation: Scottish Rugby UnionOrganisation: EnglandOrganisation: Republican Sinn Féin party
<p>Subject to deportation orders, a total of 42 people were deported from the State, including 15 serving prison sentences. File picture</p>

Gardaí deport 42 Brazilian nationals in major immigration operation

READ NOW

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited