Senator Maria McCormack to address Easter 1916 Commemoration in Errill

Errill venue for Sinn Féin Easter 1916 Commemoration in Laois

Sinn Féin Senator for Laois, Maria McCormack, will be the main speaker at this year’s Easter 1916 Commemoration taking place in Errill on Easter Sunday, April 5th at 2pm.

The event will assemble at Errill Church before proceeding to honour Ireland’s patriot dead, remembering the men and women who gave their lives in the fight for Irish freedom.

Speaking ahead of the commemoration, Senator McCormack said:

“This year also marks 100 years since the creation of the Easter Lily by Cumann na mBan. For generations, Irish Republicans have worn it in honour of the 1916 Easter Rising and all those who gave everything for Irish freedom.

“Easter is a time of deep reflection and pride. It is a time when we honour those who stood up for Ireland and made the ultimate sacrifice so that future generations could live in a free and independent nation.

“In towns and villages across Laois, people will gather once again to remember not just the history of 1916, but the ideals that inspired it – equality, unity, and national sovereignty. Those ideals are as important today as they were then.

“I am honoured to speak in Errill this Easter Sunday and to stand with the community in paying tribute to our patriot dead. Their courage and vision continue to guide us, and it is up to all of us to carry that vision forward.”

Senator McCormack also encouraged people from across Laois to attend:

“I would encourage everyone to join us on Easter Sunday, to take a moment to reflect, to remember, and to recommit ourselves to building the Ireland that was envisioned in 1916 – a united Ireland that cherishes all its people equally.”

The commemoration will be chaired by Lorna Holohan Garry and attendees are encouraged to wear an Easter Lily as a mark of respect.