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Wildcard & Vertigo Releasing Launch Official Trailer for Irish horror ‘Boys From County Hell’ coming to Irish cinemas this Summer

22 April 2021

Wildcard Distribution and Vertigo Releasing have launched the official trailer for BOYS FROM COUNTY HELL, the ultimate Dracula ‘origin story’ which will open in Irish cinemas this summer.

‘Housing with Supports offers tangible alternative to nursing home care,’ says ALONE

21 April 2021

The organisation made the comment in welcoming the Department of Housing’s latest Statement of Strategy

Irish Travel Agents Association welcome Ireland’s Aviation Restart Plan 2021

15 April 2021

The ITAA are calling on Government put a plan in place for the reopening of the travel sector later this year

Irish Travel Agents Association disappointed at 10-week closure of Cork Airport for runway upgrades

14 April 2021

The ITAA believe that the upgrade work to runways could have been completed earlier on in the year when flights in and out of the airport were restricted

Irish Travel Agents Association call on Government to process passport applications and renewals amid COVID-19 crisis

14 April 2021

The ITAA believe clearing the backlog now will allow for faster recovery for both the inbound and outbound travel sector

ALONE highlights the importance of physical movement to combat frailty among older people re-emerging into society

12 April 2021

The organisation is encouraging older people to stay active on National Arthritis Week, taking place from the 12th – 18th of April

ALONE stands with the World Health Organisation in building a fairer, healthier world for all

7 April 2021

World Health Day takes place today, Wednesday 7th of April

ALONE urges Government to begin their plans towards a re-emergence programme for older and medically vulnerable groups

31 March 2021

The organisation is disappointed at the lack of planning towards older people in the Government’s announcement.

Irish Society for Autism respond to RTÉ Investigates report on Department of Health

26 March 2021

The Irish Society for Autism has expressed its shock and disappointment at an RTÉ Investigates report on last night’s Prime Time regarding the Department of Health secretly using information from private doctor consultations to build and maintain dossiers on children with autism and families who were involved in legal actions against the State.

FORGET EVERYTHING YOU THINK YOU KNOW ABOUT VAMPIRES

26 March 2021

Wildcard Distribution and Vertigo Releasing are delighted to announce that they will be releasing BOYS FROM COUNTY HELL, the ultimate Dracula ‘origin story’, in Irish cinemas this summer.

ITAA confirm Irish Travel Industry Awards for January 2022

24 March 2021

The Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) have confirmed that the Irish Travel Industry Awards will take place on 27th January 2022 in the historic Round Room of The Mansion House, Dublin.

Dublin Learning City launches their FREE online Learning Festival for 2021!

18 March 2021

The three-day event is free to attend and seeks to promote learning for all through fun and innovative events

Official trailer for new Irish thriller ‘Here Are The Young Men’

12 March 2021

Directed by Eoin Macken based on Rob Doyle’s novel, starring Dean-Charles Chapman, Finn Cole, Anya Taylor-Joy, Ferdia Walsh-Peelo and Travis Fimmel

FCM Travel Solutions Named As One of the Best Workplaces in Ireland for the 14th Year

11 March 2021

FCM were recognised at the 19th annual Great Place to Work Best Workplaces in Ireland awards which, for the first time, took the form of a virtual broadcast on Wednesday evening 10th March 2021.

ACCESS>CINEMA LAUNCHES “GREAT CINEMA DESERVES GREAT AUDIENCES” CAMPAIGN

10 March 2021

access>CINEMA has released a specially commissioned short film to launch its new GREAT CINEMA DESERVES GREAT AUDIENCES campaign.

FCM unveils bold new brand identity and signals game-changing tech offering

10 March 2021

A rapidly evolving business travel landscape has been the catalyst for award-winning global travel management company FCM to transform its brand identity and take a fresh approach to developing a new tech platform.

Father Of The Cyborgs – Official Trailer Released Ahead Of World Premiere This Friday

8 March 2021

The official trailer for the new Irish documentary Father of the Cyborgs has been released ahead of its world premiere at the Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival this Friday 12th March.

“COVID-19 Resilience and Recovery plan, ‘The Path Ahead’ does not address older people”

8 March 2021

ALONE is urgently requesting a long-term re-emergence programme for older people and those within socially and medically vulnerable groups

‘Housing Adaptation Grant falls short of meeting housing needs of older people’, says ALONE

5 March 2021

While the charity welcomed the investment, it falls short of the estimated €84.5 million needed to help older people make their homes age-friendly

The Winter Lake set for digital release on 15th March

2 March 2021

The haunting coming of age thriller The Winter Lake will be available on digital download from 15th March.

ALONE, Declan O’Rourke and Bonfire team up for the launch of the charity’s ‘Love is the Way” Advertisement campaign

22 February 2021

The organisation continues to support older people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, among other issues

The Mauritanian Premieres on Amazon Prime Video On 1st April

19 February 2021

STX and Amazon Prime Video announced today that Kevin Macdonald’s highly anticipated thriller The Mauritanian will premiere on Amazon Prime Video in Ireland and the UK on 1st April.

Irish Travel Agents Association call on Government to Save the Travel Industry

17 February 2021

The Association met with Minister Eamon Ryan and Minister Hildegarde Naughton today to discuss urgent business supports needed for the Irish travel industry

Applications open for hosting events as part of the Dublin Learning City Festival 2021!

16 February 2021

Hosts can be individuals, organisations or companies who want to share their knowledge and passion with others.

Chinese New Year ONLINE Community Celebration

10 February 2021

Celebrating diversity in the North East Inner City

Irish Travel Agents Association presents to Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications

9 February 2021

The Association has presented the Committee with an update on airline refunds and supports received by the Irish travel industry

It’s ‘Time to Talk’ with ALONE

4 February 2021

ALONE has highlighted the increased loneliness among older people as COVID-19 pandemic continues

Irish Travel Agents Association refute claims made by Ryanair

2 February 2021

The Association believe that the comments and statement made by the airline are disingenuous and less than honest

Irish Travel Agents Association address issues securing refunds from Ryanair

1 February 2021

ITAA member travel agents have consistently faced problems with the airline when attempting to refund customers bookings

ALONE seeks clarity on Ireland’s vaccination strategy and implementation for older people

25 January 2021

The organisation has reported many callers who are dissatisfied with the information available on the vaccination

Irish Travel Agents Association urges Government to aid travel agents in post-COVID recovery

22 January 2021

The Association is deeply concerned by the impact of COVID-19 on the Irish travel industry and is seeking urgent support from Government for its members.

ITAA notes that many customers are still hesitant to book holidays for Summer 2021

20 January 2021

The Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA) has stated that increases in 2021 bookings have been minimal so far, due in part to the slow rollout of vaccinations and consumers lingering fears surrounding COVID-19.

Bid Adieu to feeling Blue with ALONE

18 January 2021

The organisation encourages older people to reach out and for members of the public to check in on Blue Monday

ALONE encourage public to check in on older neighbours as weather takes a colder turn

8 January 2021

The organisation is also reminding older people to reach out for assistance if they are struggling during the chilly winter months

Irish Travel Agents Association calls on Government to protect consumers under current travel restrictions

8 January 2021

The Association are asking Government to ensure that affected customers are not out of pocket when abiding by Government Travel Advisories

Irish Travel Agents Association call for uniformity of COVID-19 testing across Europe

6 January 2021

The ITAA support the decision that travellers into Ireland will be required to produce a negative COVID-19 test

Irish Travel Agents Association seek clarification regarding CRSS for member travel agents

23 December 2020

The Association are seeking clarity from the Government regarding supports available for member travel agents in Level 5

WOLFWALKERS WINS AT THE NEW YORK, LOS ANGELES AND BOSTON FILM CRITICS CIRCLE AWARDS

22 December 2020

The news comes after the animation picked up the Best Irish Film Award from the Dublin Film Critics Circle on Friday.

STX FILMS PRESENTS SONGBIRD, RELEASING TO IRISH CINEMAS AND VOD ON 11th DECEMBER 2020

10 December 2020

Four years into quarantine the virus has changed and so have we…

Saint Maud leads the list of nominations for the 2020 British Independent Film Awards (BIFAs) with 17 nominations

9 December 2020

Winners will be announced in early February 2021

WOLFWALKERS IS THE NUMBER 1 FILM AT THE IRISH BOX OFFICE

8 December 2020

Cartoon Saloon’s animated feature WOLFWALKERS has charted as the No. 1 film at the Irish box office this weekend and placed 3rd overall in UK/Ireland.

WILDCARD ACQUIRES IRISH COMEDY ‘DEADLY CUTS’ FOR IRELAND AND THE UK WITH A THEATRICAL RELEASE SET FOR SUMMER 2021

4 December 2020

Wildcard Distribution have launched a teaser poster for DEADLY CUTS to coincide with the announcement that they have acquired the films Irish and UK rights and are planning a theatrical release in summer 2021.

Saint Maud | in Irish cinemas from Friday December 4

27 November 2020

Rising star Morfydd Clark, in a breakout performance, and BAFTA and Tony Award-winner Jennifer Ehle come together in this electrifying psychological horror from debut writer/director and Screen ‘Star of Tomorrow’, Rose Glass.

‘Give a Helping Hand’ with ALONE this Christmas

27 November 2020

Kathryn Thomas is asking the public to reach out and give a helping hand to older people who may be struggling during the festive season

Dublin City Council presents ‘Sustainable Days’, an ONLINE event promoting sustainability and greener living

27 November 2020

A free online event for the whole family to explore a range of eco-friendly practices that are easy to incorporate into everyday life.

WOLFWALKERS TO OPEN IN IRISH CINEMAS FROM FRIDAY 4th DECEMBER WITH PREVIEWS FROM WEDNESDAY 2nd DECEMBER

26 November 2020

Wildcard Distribution is delighted to be bringing Cartoon Saloon’s highly anticipated animated feature WOLFWALKERS to Irish cinemas next week from Friday 4th December with previews from Wednesday 2nd December.

HERE ARE THE YOUNG MEN SET FOR 2021 CINEMA RELEASE IN IRELAND, UK AND NORTH AMERICA

20 November 2020

The Irish coming-of-age drama Here Are The Young Men is set for a theatrical release in Ireland, UK and North America next year.

Crock Of Gold: A Few Rounds With Shane MacGowan to be released in Irish cinemas from December 4

17 November 2020

The much-anticipated new film by Julien Temple, Crock Of Gold: A Few Rounds with Shane MacGowan is set to open in Irish cinemas from December 4th.

Dublin City Council presents ‘Sustainable Days’, an ONLINE event promoting sustainability and greener living

16 November 2020

A free online event for the whole family to explore a range of eco-friendly practices that are easy to incorporate into everyday life.

ALONE encourages older people to stay positive as halfway mark of Level 5 restrictions is reached

12 November 2020

The organisation is reminding members of the public to maintain contact with older people in the community

ALONE launches Gratitude Campaign thanking older people, staff and supporters

3 November 2020

The campaign celebrates the organisation’s work to improve the quality of life for older people across the country

Elisha Cuthbert and Eoin Macken to star in Irish Horror ‘The Cellar’ which starts shooting in Ireland next month

30 October 2020

Elisha Cuthbert and Irish actor Eoin Macken have been cast to star in the upcoming Irish feature film, The Cellar

Wildcard & Altitude Announce Julien Temple’s ‘Crock Of Gold: A Few Rounds With Shane Macgowan’ Coming to Irish Cinemas Soon

27 October 2020

Wildcard Distribution & Altitude Films have released the official trailer for the eagerly anticipated new film by Julien Temple, CROCK OF GOLD: A FEW ROUNDS WITH SHANE MACGOWAN which will open in UK cinemas on November 20th with an Irish theatrical release scheduled once Irish cinemas reopen.

Vertigo Releasing presents The Racer in Irish cinemas from 13th November

16 October 2020

Feel the pressure in The Racer, an intense and thrilling story of sporting highs and lows at the world’s most prestigious cycling event.

ALONE response to measures in Budget 2021 for older people

13 October 2020

The organisation has highlighted failings for older people in Budget 2021.

STX Films proudly presents ‘Horizon Line’, in Irish cinemas 6th November 2020

9 October 2020

Trailer and teaser artwork launched today

Wildcard & Altitude announce Julien Temple’s ‘Crock Of Gold: A Few Rounds With Shane MacGowan’ will be released in cinemas in the UK & Ireland on November 20

8 October 2020

Wildcard Distribution & Altitude Films announce the release of the eagerly anticipated new film by Julian Temple, CROCK OF GOLD: A FEW ROUNDS WITH SHANE MACGOWAN, will open in cinemas in Ireland and the UK from November 20.

ALONE call on members of the public celebrate the contribution of older people on National Grandparents Day 2020

5 October 2020

The organisation is encouraging members of the public to reach out and celebrate older people in their lives who would enjoy some company.

Great Danes win this year’s Busker Fleadh Online

5 October 2020

For the first time this year, the Busker Fleadh was a virtual event, in accordance with current COVID-19 safety guidelines.

Irish Gerontological Society & ALONE Willie Bermingham Lecture to take place virtually on UN International Day for Older Persons

29 September 2020

ALONE and The Irish Gerontological Society proudly welcome key speaker Executive Director at the World Health Organisation Health Emergencies Programme, Dr Michael Ryan.

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