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Scotland gears up for a month of St Patrick’s celebrations
SCOTLAND is gearing up once again for a month of celebration as the Irish community and our friends across the country edge ever closer to the St Patrick’s Day festivities.
Take a detour through Edinburgh's Little Ireland
A BRAND new tour that aims to shine a light on the history and legacy of ‘Little Ireland’ in Scotland’s capital city has been launched by Edinburgh Detours.
New book tells of the Scot who died for the Republic
HISTORIAN and regular contributor to The Irish Voice , Stephen Coyle, is looking forward to the publication of his latest book next month. The Last Gallowglass: The Story of Ian MacKenzie Kennedy who died for the Irish Republic , is about a Scottish Gael who was born into a distinguished Scottish family in 1899. MacKenzie Kennedy (above) came from a long family tradition of service in the British Army, and his father was a major in the Norfolk Regiment. He wore the kilt, play
Features
Darren and Shane know their Blues
GLASGOW Irish Bands and Gigs makes its return to the pages of The Irish Voice, bringing us an interview with Darren Devereux, who along with Shane Quinn make up the band Sciante Blues.
What a life and what a legacy
I LOVE to hear of fierce, strong women, especially ones who can multitask like a superhero—women with a good few strings to their bow. Well, I can tell you something with great certainty, that in finding Margaret Skinnider, (Ní Scineadóra, Máighréad, 1893-1971) I found one hell of a woman.
Visit Clare and you won’t want to leave
IRELAND is famous for its relaxed attitude and warm welcome, making it the ultimate slow-travel destination. A holiday in the Emerald Isle is a laid-back adventure, filled with fun experiences, stunning scenery and the chance to connect with people, culture and traditions handed down through generations.
Comment & Opinion
Bring banners for your ancestors
ON MARCH 14, 2026, the Glasgow St Patrick’s Festival Parade will once again bring colour, music and life to the heart of the city. This year’s theme ‘A Celebration of Irish Immigration to Glasgow’ is more than a commemoration. It is a declaration of who we are, where we come from, and the immeasurable contribution our community has made to Glasgow for almost two centuries.
A great year for Irish-Scottish relations
THE year 2025 was a notable year one for Irish-Scottish relations. The Consulate has seen the highest number of inward ministerial visits from Ireland, with six visits to Glasgow, Edinburgh, Stirling and Aberdeen in areas ranging from special and inclusive education to cultural cooperation.
Time is the most important gift you can give
THIS time of year is known as the season of goodwill and that phrase may be one that, for some, has lost a little meaning in recent times.
As Gaeilge
Céiliúradh i ndiaidh Céiliúradh
BHUEL, a chairde, nach mbíonn na hoícheanta iontach fada na laethanta seo agus nach mbíonn an aimsir gruama den chuid is mò? Bhuel, bíonn, is dócha, ach tá mise ag rá libh gan bac le sin agus gan a bheith gruama ionat féin ag an am céanna. Cad chuige? Bhuel, nach é seo an t-am den bhliain a bhíonn céiliúradh i ndiaidh céiliúradh againn? Is é. Muna chreideann tú mé, smaoinigh ar seo: ní fada uainn an Nollaig, agus ansin tagann na féilte go gasta chugainn ina dhiaidh sin.
Uachtarán Éireannach gan Gaeilge?
MAR is eol duit is dócha, beidh toghchán Uachtarán na hÉireann ar siúl ag deireadh na míosa seo agus muid ag fágáil slán, ar an drochuair, le Mícheál D Ó hUigínn, duine a cheap mé a bhí iontach sa ról—duine a bhfuil an-tóir air agus nach raibh eagla air ábhair dheacra a phlé ó am go ham fosta.
Ag freagairt ceisteanna céannachta
BHUEL, a chairde, is deas a bheith ar ais libh tar éis an tsamhraidh. Tá súil agam gur bhain sibh sult as an samhradh! Tá muid ag druidim le tús théarma nua ranganna Gaeilge agus gníomhaíochtaí eile de chuid Chonradh na Gaeilge Glaschú go luath, i mí Mheán Fómhair—féach thíos le haghaidh tuilleadh sonraí fúthu seo—Chuir seo scéal nuachta ón samhradh i gcuimhne dom.
Sport
Harps aim to continue their success story
FOR those of involved with Tír Conaill Harps GAA Club, it has always been about more than football. Since the club’s foundation in 1994, its members have worked to build something that reflects the very best of community sport—a club where young people thrive, families feel welcome and culture, wellbeing and connection sit alongside competition. Three decades on, the Harps remain a living, growing expression of that original vision.
No Happy New Year so far for United
DUNDEE United’s start to 2026 has been nothing short of abysmal, as Jim Goodwin’s side have lost all four league games so far.
Celtic in need of unity to salvage season
THE soap opera which surrounds Celtic in season 2025/26 has added even more twists and turns since The Irish Voice last went to press, and the drama is such that it would be almost impossible to sum it all up in the space allowed here.
Entertainment
Malones Edinburgh featured in Guinness Harp Guide
MALONES Edinburgh was thrilled recently to have been included in Guinness’s first ever Harp Guide.
Time is the most important gift you can give
THIS time of year is known as the season of goodwill and that phrase may be one that, for some, has lost a little meaning in recent times.
Shane’s spirit and soul have stayed with Victoria
THIS month, I’ve speaking with my dear friend Victoria Mary Clarke, an incredibly successful author, artist and journalist and wife of the late Shane MacGowan of The Pogues.
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