This Saturday, 3rd September, the HSE is marking National Services Day which aims to recognise the important work that our Frontline, Emergency and Security Services personnel do in keeping us all safe and well. To mark this important day there will be a vehicle display and parade taking place in a number of areas in Cork both on Saturday and Sunday (3rd and 4th of September).
A number of agencies will be involved including the National Ambulance Service (NAS), Fire Service, Gardaí, Coastguard, Civil Defence, Order Of Malta, Irish Red Cross, Defence Forces, Search and Rescue agencies, Irish Prison Service and Road Safety Authority among others. In 2018 the then Taoiseach, Mr. Leo Varadkar set out the Government's commitment to our organisation by officially designating the first Saturday in September as National Services Day.
Speaking about this year's event Ger O'Dea, Community Engagement Manager, NAS says;
"This year is particularly important for us as it is the first set of unrestricted events since the COVID-19 pandemic struck. So, on Saturday 3rd September we want to use this year's events to especially remember all those that we lost and those who were affected in so many ways. Plans are well under way for this year's events which are due to take place in Castlebar, Castleblaney, Cork, Dublin, Kilkenny, Limerick and Wexford. It is really fantastic to see our national dimension growing, and we anticipate that we will continue to expand our schedule of events further
"National Services Day is a day of remembrance and celebration and we are asking the public to come out on the 3rd September and show their support for our Frontline, Emergency and Security Services personnel. I have no doubt that they will enjoy our parades and displays and there will be something for everyone to enjoy."
We are encouraging members of the public to come out and support our frontline and voluntary services along the route on footpaths and flyovers (where safe to so) as the parade of vehicles travels from east to west and back to the city centre.
Vehicle Parade details:
Saturday 3rd September - Vehicle Parade
The agencies taking part include, among others: National Ambulance Service, Fire Service, Gardaí, Coastguard, Civil Defence, Order Of Malta, Irish Red Cross, Defence Forces, Search and Rescue agencies, Irish Prison Service and Road Safety Authority
East Cork
1030 - 1130 Static display of vehicles at Midleton Fire Station.
1130 - Depart Midleton.
1145 - Through Carrigtwohill
Cork City
1200 - approaching the city via Dunkettle
Deputy Lord Mayor Damian Boylan joining the vehicle parade.
1205 -Travelling along Lower Glanmire Rd, Horgan's Quay, Merchant's Quay.
1215 - St Patrick's St, West along Washington St, Western Rd to Dennehy's Cross.
1230 - Cork University Hospital, Bishopstown Rd, Bandon Rd Roundabout, West on the Ballincollig Bypass, first exit for Ballincollig to Poulavone Roundabout at 1245.
1245 - West through Ballincollig Main St to Classis, Ovens
1305 - return to Ballincollig Bypass traveling east on South Ring Rd
1320 - exit at Kinsale Rd Roundabout and in the South Link.
1330 -1400 - ending at Kennedy Quay.
(all timings once the parade is mobile are approximate to allow for any eventualities along the route).
Static display of vehicles including the Road Safety Authority safety truck where visitors can test their driving skills and learn about road safety from 2pm - 5pm.
Wreath laying at Cork City Hall with Deputy Lord Mayor at 3pm.
Sunday, 4th September
Services Day static display of vehicles and equipment.
Camden Fort Maher, Crosshaven (12pm to 5pm)
