Last year a commemoration was held at the graveside of Jim Larkin in Glasnevin Cemetery, for the first time in 15 years, to mark the beginning of the 1913 Lockout Centenary year.
This year’s commemoration seeks to reaffirm the continuing relevance of Larkin’s syndicalist gospel today - that trade unions serve their members and the wider community best when they champion social and economic justice for all. It is also to acknowledge Larkin’s unique contribution in bringing the ‘new unionism’ to Ireland, which led to the birth of the modern labour movement and gave working people a voice in how society was ordered.
Jim Larkin Commemoration
Sunday, 2nd February 2014
Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin
11.00 a.m. to 12 noon
PROGRAMME 11.00 a.m.: A wreath will be laid at Jim Larkin’s grave by SIPTU General President, Jack O’Connor on behalf of members, followed by a Lament by a Piper from the Fintan Lalor Pipe Band. Chair: SIPTU National Campaigns and Equality Organiser, Ethel Buckley
Oration: SIPTU General President, Jack O’Connor
Dramatic Performance: This will be followed by an interpretive dramatic performance from award winning theatre company ANÚ Productions.
Tea & Coffee will be served afterwards.
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