Trinity College Examines Its Colonial Past

Published: Feb. 18, 2021, 8:05 a.m.

One of the world’s oldest Universities, Trinity College Dublin, is embarking on an extensive project to examine, interrogate and reflect on its complex colonial legacies.  The project was sparked by the Black Lives Matter protests and Trinity’s financial and other connections to the slave trade.  Joining Shane to discuss the project is Dr Patrick Prendergast, Provost of Trinity College Dublin. Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.     Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.    You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.