Historic and Archaeological Heritage and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2023 [Seanad]: Report and Final Stages
Dail Éireann — 2023-09-27
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Martin Browne (SF), Tipperary

I raise the case of St. Cualan's bell, which was found in the late 18th century in Borrisoleigh and dates back many centuries before that. As has already been said, like so many items of its nature from this country, it is no longer found here. It was sold to the British Museum, where it forms part of its religious displays. It is not right that items such as this, which have such historical significance, no longer grace our museums here. We have a duty to ensure that we can, through legislation, commit the Government to seeking the return of St. Cualan's bell and other historical items that have been removed from this country.

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Sitting date: 2023-09-27