On May 27, 1911, the first edition of 'The Irish Worker' newspaper was published. This influential publication served as the official organ of the Irish Transport and General Workers' Union (ITGWU) and was edited by the prominent labour leader James Larkin. 'The Irish Worker' played a crucial role in advocating for workers' rights, promoting trade unionism, and disseminating socialist ideas throughout Ireland. It became a powerful voice for the working class, particularly during significant industrial disputes like the 1913 Dublin Lock-out. The newspaper's circulation averaged around 20,000 copies per issue, making it a key medium for political and social commentary until its suppression in December 1914.
