Broadcaster, Joe Duffy, was presented with a specially commissioned trade union badge from 1913 to mark his contribution to the commemorations of the Dublin Lockout.
The badge, based on the design of the 1913 version issued to union members by Jim Larkin and the Irish Transport and General Workers Union, was presented to the broadcaster by SIPTU General Secretary, Joe O’Flynn, in Liberty Hall on Tuesday, (21st January).
Joe O’Flynn said that Joe Duffy had made a significant contribution during last year through his participation in several events and his coverage of the Lockout centenary on his RTE radio programme.
In reply Joe Duffy said: “It is a great honour to receive the special 1913 badge. I was very struck by the inclusivity of the commemorations and delighted to be involved.”
