Calls are Growing for Amhran na bhFiann to be Made Compulsory Part of School Curriculum - 16/09/2026
Should every schoolchild in Ireland be taught and regularly sing the national anthem?That’s the call from Aontú councillor in Cork Peter O’Donoghue, who wants Amhrán na bhFiann to become a compulsory part of the curriculum in both primary and secondary schools.He says too many people don’t know the national anthem, and believes children should learn it as part of their education and connection with Irish history and culture.His call comes in the year marking 100 years since Amhrán na bhFiann was officially adopted, and he has criticised the Department of Education for failing to respond to an…
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