Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Tuesday, 5 December 2017

Seanad Public Consultation Committee

Status, Treatment and Use of the National Anthem

10:00 am

Mr. Raymond Daly:

If we get the Department of Education and Skills on board to have the national anthem taught in primary schools, Amhrán na bhFiann will be known universally throughout Ireland by future generations. James McClean, the footballer, plays 100% when on the pitch. He sings his anthem and wears his heart on his sleeve. We need all players in all sports to do the same.