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Why does Dublin’s Luke Kelly statue continue to get vandalised?

Why are statues being vandalised? It was reported this week that repairs were being done on the L...

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12.01 29 May 2026


Why does Dublin’s Luke Kelly statue continue to get vandalised?


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12.01 29 May 2026


Why are statues being vandalised?

It was reported this week that repairs were being done on the Luke Kelly statue on Guild Street because of damage done by tourists...

So, should statues be better protected?

Joining Andrea to discuss this is Mark Fay, North Wall Community Representative, John Coll, who is the sculptor of the Luke Kelly Statue on South King Street and listeners.


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