Who are The Forgotten Irish?

Most of the ‘forgotten Irish’ came to Britain in the second half of the twentieth century, during one of the darkest and most impoverished periods of Ireland’s history.  The majority came to find work, and sent billions of pounds home to their families- thousands of others came to escape the hardship, marginalisation and all too often, the abuse of institutional life.

They paved the way for more recent generations of Irish immigrants to Britain – for people like us.

At the end of their working lives, many had the means to go home however many are still here, often living in isolation, poverty and deprivation – without the support of friends or family.  Given the age of those involved and the hardships they have faced, it is likely that many will not survive the next decade.

Help us to Remember The Forgotten irish

In troubled climates, our Campaign is needed now more than ever. This changing financial climate affects us all – and none more than those already vulnerable.  Please make a donation to The IFGB for the forgotten Irish so we can help those that need it most.

The Forgotten Irish Campaign

Peter Sutherland KCMG launched our campaign for the ‘forgotten Irish’ in London with President Mary McAleese in June 2007 to raise awareness and substantial funds for the vulnerable and elderly Irish community in the UK.  It is a five year multi-million pound project, reaching over £2 Million pounds to date.

We have produced two short films that highlight the needs of the ‘forgotten Irish’ and how The IFGB is tackling this urgent need.

Video - The Forgotten Irish

Forgotten Irish Southwark 2007