Kildare people thanked for Trocaire box donations

Aid agency Trocaire has thanked Co Kildare people for their loyal support of its work over the past year.

The traditional Trocaire donation boxes were filled with money by families in many homes during Lent in 2016.

Trocaire boss Eamonn Meehan said: "2016 was a year that saw Trócaire supporting people caught up in war in the Middle East, families trying to survive food shortages in east Africa and communities around the world denied their basic human rights.

"The year has seen the continued bloodshed in Syria and millions of Syrians having to take refuge in camps in the Middle East and Europe.

"Your donations have enabled us to support these people, who fled with nothing and are desperate. People are getting essential shelter, food and healthcare and also longer term assistance including training schemes, housing refurbishments and education so families can provide some normality for their children."

"On behalf of those we work with, and the families and communities on the ground whose lives you have helped change, I would like to again thank all from Co Kildare and wish you a very happy and peaceful New Year."