Shell to Sea campaign represents a determined force for change

“The growing Shell to Sea campaign represents a formidable and determined force for change that is growing in size and confidence.” said Cllr Declan Bree when he welcomed those attending the Shell to Sea Fundraising Concert in the Hawks Well Theatre, on Sunday 11^th February.

“This essentially is a case of the people versus corporate power. It is about our values and our natural resources; it is about our rights and our natural heritage. It is about the right of communities to live in a safe, peaceful and healthy environment.

“Tonight, you stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Erris and Rossport. Tonight, by your presence here, you show your solidarity with the people of the Rossport community – a community under siege.” he said.

Those taking part in the concert included musicians John Carty and Francis Gaffney; the Kane sisters from Galway; Oisín Mac Diarmada; Seamie O’Dowd; PJ Hernon; singer/ songwriter, John Hoban; fiddle player, Jesse Smith and flute players, Gregory Daly and Fintan Vallely. There were readings from local poet Michael Gorman and Sligo based novelist Dermot Healy.

Actor Sean McGinley acted as Master of Ceremonies for the occasion and Dr Mark Garavan, PRO of the Shell to Sea Campaign also spoke at the event.