The Irish in Britain, including those of Irish descent, make up a significant part of the UK population. Here, you will find news, entertainment, events, sports and features from the local Irish Post newspaper.

Irish evoke memories from the Elephant and Castle

London’s Elephant and Castle is now the subject of a £1.5billion redevelopment plan. A substantial amount of post-World War II social housing will be demolished — including the Heygate Estate which has been home to a large Irish community for over 30 years. In June The Irish Post revealed how some residents had united to oppose council plans to empty the estate by September 2009 and here they tell SALLY FITZHARRIS what has made the area such a unique home away from home.

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