Name: ‘Walk with Lelia’ and friends. Walk for Peace from Shannon to Dáil Éireann.
Start: 2026-03-31T13:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-04-15T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Shannon Airport

KEEP IRELAND NEUTRAL

Ireland has a long and proud history as a neutral peace-broker. The vast majority of people all over Ireland are extremely proud of this history and of Irish neutrality; but recently, the government has been trying to scrap our neutrality and get us involved in military alliances such as NATO or an EU army.

KEEP THE TRIPLE LOCK

Our neutrality depends on something called The Triple Lock. This means that in order to send more than 12 troops abroad, you must get permission from the government, the parliament/Dáil (government and opposition) and the UN (Security Council or General Assembly).

The Triple Lock works extremely well by allowing us to take part in peacekeeping missions but keeping us out of unsanctioned wars like the illegal invasion of Iraq.

People all across Ireland are coming together to say no to war and militarism and demand that we keep the Triple Lock and keep our proud and longstanding neutrality

The arms-dealers of the world see Ireland as an untapped market for their profits. They need wars in order to make money.

But we understand that our neutrality and the Triple Lock keeps us safe.

All wars must end through diplomacy and this is where Ireland can play a major role on the world stage and help bring wars to an end.
The world needs neutral peace-brokers now, more than ever and Ireland is in a very special position to help bring wars to an end. Triple Lock Shamrock logo

EVENTS:-

WALK ACROSS IRELAND for PEACE :

‘Walk with Lelia’ and friends from Shannon airport to Dáil Éireann. Starts 1pm TUESDAY MARCH 31st 2026 from SHANNON AIRPORT, COUNTY CLARE. Lelia Doolan and Shannonwatch have organised a peace walk, to be accompanied at various points along the way by activists and members of the public. Walking from Shannon airport through Cratloe, Limerick, Birdhill, Nenagh, Moneygall, Roscrea, Mountrath, Portlaoise, Monasterevin, Newbridge, Naas, Rathcoole, Dublin Castle on to Dáil Éireann on WEDNESDAY APRIL 15th. *All in agreement with the sentiments of the peace walk are invited to join in. *REGISTER to participate in the walk: https://form.jotform.com/260693431913357 *Volunteers sought to drive support vehicles, provide accommodation for those walking, and provide links with local community/solidarity groups along the route. *CONTACT if you want to get involved and offer support: walkwithlelia@proton.me

*MORE INFO: see events page.

**Lelia Doolan,** aged 91, began her ‘Walk for Peace’ across Ireland today,
Tuesday 31st March from Shannon Airport.

To promote discussion and the sharing of facts on Irish Neutrality and the Triple Lock we have launched our Neutrality Roadshow.

Headed by Niamh Ní Bhriain of the Transnational Institute and featuring a host of expert speakers, the Neutrality Roadshow tours the country to create a space for open dialogue and discussion, and be there to answer all your questions and allay your fears. Click above to see all the dates and times and check out when we will be in your nearest venue. All events are free of charge.

The Triple Lock requires approval from the Dáil, the Government, and the United Nations before Irish troops can be deployed abroad. It safeguards Ireland’s neutrality and ensures democratic oversight of military actions.

Why It’s Important

Neutrality Protects Us All

Ireland’s neutrality has kept us out of foreign wars and made us a voice for peace. Dismantling the Triple Lock risks dragging us into global conflicts that are not ours to fight.

A Legacy of Peacekeeping

Irish forces are respected around the world for peacekeeping — not war-making. That reputation is built on neutrality. Without it, that legacy is at risk.

Democracy Under Threat

The push to weaken or remove the Triple Lock is happening without a public mandate. No referendum. No democratic debate. Just quiet manoeuvring by elites behind closed doors. If neutrality is to be abandoned, the people of Ireland — not a handful of politicians — must decide. Anything less is a betrayal of our democracy.

Checks and Balances Matter

The UN requirement is not red tape — it’s a safeguard. It stops us from following NATO or EU military missions without international legitimacy.

What is the Government Planning?

In recent years, the Irish government has deepened its ties with EU military structures and NATO, continued to allow US military aircraft to use Shannon Airport, and permitted flights carrying weapons to Israel through Irish airspace.

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Now, by seeking to dismantle the Triple Lock — removing the requirement for a UN mandate before deploying Irish troops — the government is further undermining our neutrality. This move not only damages Ireland’s hard-earned international reputation but also increases the risk of being drawn into military operations at the behest of the United States and its allies.