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Does the Catholic Church in Ireland give special Lenten dispensation to eat meat on St. Paddy’s day, like in North America? Does it make any difference either way?

To be fair, Americans are happy to celebrate other stuff too. Cinco De Mayo, a battle in Mexico’s war for independence from France. Mardi Gra, French version of the start of Lent. Columbus Day. If it sells alcohol we celebrate.