Ahead of the G8 summit in Scotland a march in Dublin supports the 'Make Poverty History' campaign.
An estimated 20,000 people from around the country turned out in Dublin for the 'Make Poverty History' rally and to send a clear message to the Irish government.
The demonstration is part of a series of international events including the Live 8 concert and a protest at the G8 summit at Gleneagles in Scotland.
The Dublin Make Poverty History march began at Parnell Square and made its way through the city to Merrion Square, culminating in a concert with bands such as Hothouse Flowers, The Walls and Mundy performing. The rally had the support of 40 different organisations, trade unions, aid organisations and religious groups.
The protest called for the debt to be dropped. One person taking part put it clearly.
We're on the march because we want to end poverty.
The protesters were led by eight masked men dressed in kilts made from tartan, which was specially designed for next week's G8 summit. Also in the march was Nessy the monster, which organisers said symbolised the challenges for the developing world of trade reform, aid and debt relief.
An RTÉ News report broadcast on 30 June 2005. The reporter is Will Goodbody.
