
President Connolly Acknowledges Past Neglect of London Irish Community
President Connolly praised the London Irish Centre for its support to survivors, while also acknowledging that official Ireland 'looked away' from the plight of the London Irish community during the exodus periods of the 1950s and 1980s. He highlighted the historical neglect faced by this diaspora.
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Connolly praises London Irish Centre for aiding survivors
President Catherine Connolly has said her personal and professional life is "entangled" with the survivors of Irish institutions, as she visited a support centre in London.
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President Catherine Connolly is continuing her trip to the UK with visits to the Chelsea Flower Show and the London Irish Centre in Camden
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