History talk on development of factories in Kildare takes places in Newbridge next week

Newbridge Local History Group are hosting a talk by Professor Frank Barry titled 'Industry & Policy in Independent Ireland 1922-72: the County Kildare connection' in Newbridge Parish Centre on Wednesday, June 12 at 8PM.

In his talk, Frank will explore the pivotal role that the development of local firms and factories, including Newbridge Cutlery & Irish Ropes factories, played in providing employment and goods across County Kildare in the early decades of the new State.

This event is supported by Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media and Kildare County Council. All welcome!