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Protest over Mayo jailings take place

Mayo - Five men jailed
Mayo - Five men jailed

Supporters of the five Co Mayo men jailed for contempt of court in connection with the building of a Shell Corrib pipeline staged another protest in Ballina today.

The five were jailed two weeks ago for their refusal to obey a court order not to obstruct the construction of a gas pipeline through their lands.

Protestors are opposed to the €300 million development on health and safety grounds.

Deputy Jerry Cowley said local people were very angry and concerned that the men were still in prison.