Anti-terrorism measures will be implemented in Dublin on Sunday aimed at protecting the safety of the more than half a million people expected to take to the streets for the St Patrick’s Day festivities. For the second year running, additional security measures will be in place during the Dublin St Patrick’s Day parade, with more than 850 gardaí patrolling the streets. Photographer Eamonn Doyle (above): The Royal Hibernian Academy and St Patrick’s Festival, in association with Fundación Mapfre, are presenting a major exhibition of his work, at the RHA, Dublin, from March 14th to April 22nd. The programme includes numerous musical and artistic events, including a major exhibition opening on Friday at the Royal Hibernian Academy, Ely Place, Dublin of the work of acclaimed photographer Eamonn Doyle (pictured). Sunday’s parade will kick off at 12pm from Blackchurch at Parnell and make its way through the city to Kevin Street.

Source: The Irish Times March 13, 2019 20:45 UTC