
Mairi Boyle
Mairi Boyle, 64, is the daughter of a Donegal laborer known as a 'Tunnel Tiger' who worked on the underground sections of the British road and rail network. At a recent exhibition, Boyle reflected on her father's experiences and the significant contributions of Donegal emigrants in Scotland, emphasizing the emotional and cultural impact of their journeys.
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Mairi Boyle spoke emotionally about her father, a Donegal labourer known as a 'Tunnel Tiger'.
Catherine Connolly meets the Donegal diaspora in ScotlandThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2026-09-19








