Quote by Danny Boyle

My dad was a labourer and my mum had exactly the same job as Noel Gallagher's mum - she was a dinner lady at our local school. Everyone comes over from Ireland and they get the same jobs.

My dad was a labourer and my mum had exactly the same job as

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This quote reflects the speaker's personal background, explaining that their parents held similar jobs to Noel Gallagher's mother, who was a dinner lady. It highlights the idea that people who immigrate from Ireland often find themselves in similar occupational roles. The quote suggests that certain jobs, such as labor work or positions in the education sector, are commonly filled by Irish immigrants, possibly due to limited opportunities or a shared cultural affinity for these occupations.

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By Danny Boyle

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