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SIPTU Construction Sector calls for talks on future of Moore Street

Talks should be convened between the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht and groups representing all interested parties concerning the development of Moore Street, Dublin, according to the SIPTU Construction Sector. The aim of the talks would be to ensure that development of the Moore Street site adequately respects the role the area played in the 1916 Rising.

“The commemoration of the centenary of the Rising is not in the sole ownership of the Government or the State, rather it must be inclusive and for all citizens”, said SIPTU Construction Sector President, Eddie Gunnery.

“We believe an agreed way forward can be found in relation to the Moore Street site as long as the Minister consults with the relevant representative associations and groups who wish to honour those who fought in 1916.”

The call followed controversy over building works being carried out on the Moore Street site, which was the location of the last meeting of the rebel leaders prior to their surrender and the end of the 1916 Rising.

Protesters occupied the site in early January. They left after works were halted on foot of a High Court order until a judicial review requested by a group representing families of those involved in the 1916 Rising is completed. A High Court hearing has been set for 2nd February and the protesters said they would vacate the properties until they hear the outcome of the proceedings.

Several buildings on Moore Street and Moore Lane are national monuments which must be preserved. However, several groups have expressed concerns about a proposed development of the area which will see several other buildings demolished.

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