Cairde na hÉireann (Friends of Ireland) is the main republican organisation in Scotland. Please read the About Cairde section for some background information on the organisation and its activities. You can also keep up to date, with various forthcoming events that will be organised by Cairde by visiting out events page. Or if you prefer you can use facebook or twitter to get more frequent updates and news.

The parcel bomb sent to Cairde na hÉireann recently is yet another menace our group faces. Since its inception Cairde na hÉireann has campaigned to highlight Anti Irish Racism. Over the years, as the campaign grew, so did the protests against it. This has manifested as verbal, postal, internet and physical attacks against our members and indeed the wider Irish community.

We urge everyone to be vigilant in the coming weeks and to report anything suspicious to the police. We also appeal to local councils, politicians and police forces throughout Scotland to recognise these attacks for what they are ~ Anti Irish Racism!!

For too long now people in authority have refused to recognise any attacks on the Irish community as Anti Irish racism and indeed some councils, like Kirkintilloch and Falkirk deny it even exists. People in positions of power need to stop burying their heads in the sand and stand up against racists.

"One Scotland, Many Cultures" Unless you’re Irish! We at Cairde na hÉireann will continue to fight against racism and sectarianism wherever we encounter it, nothing will deter us from doing so.