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People in Waterford encouraged to discover and explore as part of National Heritage Week.

People in Waterford encouraged to discover and explore as part of National Heritage Week.
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People in Waterford are being encouraged to discover and explore as part of National Heritage Week.

It's underway until Sunday the 23rd of August and includes online talks and exhibitions as well as self-guided tours.

More information can be found on heritageweek.ie

Ian Doyle is Head of Conservation with the Heritage Council. He says the sector has also been affected by the pandemic.

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Meanwhile, coinciding with the celebration, the Office of Public Works is calling for additional apprentices to sign up.

It's looking for people to help maintain Ireland's national monuments, by teaching them skills such as traditional stone masonry.

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