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New national anthem for a united Ireland 'would be a tricky one' - Phil Coulter

There were conversations on the station this week around the new ‘Learn Our Anthem’ campaign, aimed renewing efforts around teaching Amhrán na Bhfiann in schools. One man who has been centrally involved in penning another national anthem is Phil Coulter, whose song ‘Ireland’s Call’ makes its return to the Six Nations stage this weekend. Phil joined Kieran on the show to discuss the different considerations around national anthems, and what they entail...

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17.21 2 Feb 2023


New national anthem for a united Ireland 'would be a tricky one' - Phil Coulter


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There were conversations on the station this week around the new ‘Learn Our Anthem’ campaign, aimed renewing efforts around teaching Amhrán na Bhfiann in schools.

One man who has been centrally involved in penning another national anthem is Phil Coulter, whose song ‘Ireland’s Call’ makes its return to the Six Nations stage this weekend.

Phil joined Kieran on the show to discuss the different considerations around national anthems, and what they entail...


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