'It is ugly!' - Is it time to get rid of the Spire?

Standing at 120 meters tall in the heart of the capital, The Spire is a source of contention among the Irish public. For some, it is an impressive piece of art that’s both stylish and elegant. For others it is an ‘uninspiring’ waste of space. Kieran was joined by Michael Kelly, Editor with the Irish Catholic and Documentary Maker, Luke McManus to discuss...

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'It is ugly!' - Is it time to get rid of the Spire?

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Standing at 120 meters tall in the heart of the capital, The Spire is a source of contention among the Irish public.

For some, it is an impressive piece of art that’s both stylish and elegant. For others it is an ‘uninspiring’ waste of space.

Kieran was joined by Michael Kelly, Editor with the Irish Catholic and Documentary Maker, Luke McManus to discuss...

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