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Poll: Are you giving up anything for Lent?

We want to know if the tradition is still alive and well.

AND SO BEGINS the 40 days and 40 nights of suffering or a much-needed reset, depending on how you look at it.

Religious or not, Irish people have historically loved taking part in the Catholic practice of giving something up – or starting something positive – in the weeks before Easter. 

It could be cutting out sweets or takeaways, reducing screen time, or doing a no-spend challenge. We want to know if the tradition is still alive and well.

So, today we’re asking you: Are you giving up anything for Lent?


Poll Results:

No (5288)
Yes  (2793)
I'm instead going to take up something positive (959)

If so, let us know below what it is you’re giving up, or what you’re picking up!

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