http://www.cici.org.uk/SummaryofEqualityandDiversitytrainingCelticFootballClubsupporters.htm It's too long to fit all of it in, so here's a snippet. "Taking all of this into account we have listed songs that are Irish in nature, which stem from a pride in Irishness, or are themed around Irish patriots, it was around patriotic songs that most clarification was sought. Some of the songs referred to are known outwith traditional Irish circles. For example the song A nation once again featured in the Irish dancing show 'Celtic Tiger' which was seen by millions throughout the globe, as was the song 'Four green fields'. Both A nation once again and Foggy Dew topped BBC radio polls in recent times and several of the songs have been top of and featured in the Irish music charts. The accompanying pictures below illustrate the Irish Government endorsement and recognition as patriots of those who died during the Easter Rising and War of Independence in the former part of the 20th century. The British ambassador to Ireland has attended these commemorations in the recent past. The pictures mirror those of other nations, their political leaders, armed forces and citizens who annually commemorate those who have died for their respective nations fighting against persecution, fascism and tyranny. Below is a list of Irish songs that from an Equality perspective do not infringe any of the outlined legislation. Amhrán na bhFiann ( Irish national anthem ) Fields of Athenry Irish soldier laddie Irish soldier boy Lonesome boatman Boys of the old brigade Merry Ploughboy Broad black brimmer Foggy Dew Let the people sing Meet me at the pillar Bold Robert Emmet Kevin Barry James Connolly Michael Collins James Connolly's ghost Protestant men Henry Joy Dying rebel Boolavogue A nation once again God save Ireland Patrick Pearse Banna strand Boys of Wexford The valley of Knockanure Wearing of the green Only our rivers run free Tri-coloured ribbon Oro Se Do Bhatha Abhaile Save a piece of this island for me On the one road Grace Farewell to Dublin Galtee Mountain boy Flight of earls This land is your land No Irish need apply Lough Sheelin eviction Four green fields Winds are singing freedom Down by the glenside" Click the link above if you want to read the full thing.....Or you could just feel free to sing some of the above tunes at the game. Hail, Hail
