This report is dedicated to the late Fr John Fahy (1893-1969).
It was a great honour to be in Loughrea earlier as over 800 people turned up in solidarity with the four turf cutters, who are standing up for what is right and oppose what is wrong. Many turf cutters attended as well as people showing solidarity with the four men and upholding the right to cut turf on private property. Many travelled long distances to attend. Well done in particular to the group from Kerry.
Thought and Action wishes to thank the four men. Before court they were calm and composed. These four men are no criminals and an example to us all. They are standing up for the right thing. In the days ahead may they stay strong and as demonstrated today their morale is strong and people support them.
After the court case everybody marched through the streets of Loughrea. A bodhrán player lead the march and there was some song on the march. There was fantastic support from people. People waved and cheered from the doorways of shops and car horns were in use. School children waved from buses that passed by.
The case has been adjourned to the Galway Circuit Court on 10th April.
A cheer went up as the men left the court and were met with applause as they drove away. A sincere word of thanks to the organisers of today’s very successful solidarity protest. Do continue to support the four men and the turf cutters.
Here are some photographs.
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