Buildings across Ireland lit up in honour of mother and baby home survivors

The names of children who died at Bessborough mother and baby home are projected onto Athlone Castle in Co West Meath as part of the Herstory Light Show to celebrate St Brigid’s Day. Picture: Monday February 1, 2021.

Landmarks across Ireland have been lit up to honour survivors of mother and baby homes as part of an event to mark St Brigid’s Day.

A light show took place at various locations across the country, including Athlone Castle and Sean Ross Abbey in Roscrea.