Song For Ireland

Ah, yes. Forgot I had something to say about this.
Phil & June Colclough from Staffordshire wrote this. They are not Irish but had a great love for the country and considerable insight into the Irish political situation.
Dick Gaughan (who is half Irish) has said that an Irish person could not have written it because it needs some distance to get that sort of perspective and, likewise, to sing it effectively and with conviction.
What evidence is there that this Caledonian warbler is not a raving, orange-clad Rangers fan?

Still not even contemplating "easing up". Pah. No chance.
Oh, and when you take your sopping dog for a walk, don't forget the pooper-scooper.