Irish Equity
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Vice President Jessica Freed and Equity Trustee Ann Russell were delighted to meet all the #BlueTeapotTheatreCompany actors and facilitators today in Galway.
What a fantastic, talented group, every one of them a member of Irish Equity.
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What a fantastic, talented group, every one of them a member of Irish Equity.
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January 21, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Vice President Jessica Freed and Equity Trustee Ann Russell were delighted to meet all the #BlueTeapotTheatreCompany actors and facilitators today in Galway.
What a fantastic, talented group, every one of them a member of Irish Equity.
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What a fantastic, talented group, every one of them a member of Irish Equity.
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Huge congratulations to Jessie Buckley, on her Golden Globe award for Best Female Actor in HAMNET - an extraordinary performance from a truly exceptional actor.
January 12, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Huge congratulations to Jessie Buckley, on her Golden Globe award for Best Female Actor in HAMNET - an extraordinary performance from a truly exceptional actor.
On behalf of the executive and membership of Irish Equity we would like to extend our sincerest condolences to the family of our beloved colleague David Heap.
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December 31, 2025 at 6:06 PM
On behalf of the executive and membership of Irish Equity we would like to extend our sincerest condolences to the family of our beloved colleague David Heap.
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Members of Irish Equity at our recent Christmas get together.
Thank you so much for coming!
Thank you so much for coming!
December 20, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Members of Irish Equity at our recent Christmas get together.
Thank you so much for coming!
Thank you so much for coming!
"At Irish Equity's Christmas drop-in at the #PeacockTheatre last night, these three amigos got together.
Frank Melia, Gerry O'Brien, & Laurence Foster first got together in 1971 as part of the cast of 'The Barrett's of Wimpole Street' in the Gate Theatre.
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Frank Melia, Gerry O'Brien, & Laurence Foster first got together in 1971 as part of the cast of 'The Barrett's of Wimpole Street' in the Gate Theatre.
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December 19, 2025 at 9:09 AM
"At Irish Equity's Christmas drop-in at the #PeacockTheatre last night, these three amigos got together.
Frank Melia, Gerry O'Brien, & Laurence Foster first got together in 1971 as part of the cast of 'The Barrett's of Wimpole Street' in the Gate Theatre.
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Frank Melia, Gerry O'Brien, & Laurence Foster first got together in 1971 as part of the cast of 'The Barrett's of Wimpole Street' in the Gate Theatre.
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It’s a landslide! The results are in, and Equity members have made their position clear with a 99.6% YES vote. They are prepared and ready to take action to secure AI protections.
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/pe...
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/pe...
Film & TV performers say they would be prepared to take industrial action over AI in LANDSLIDE 99% vote | Equity
Results of Equity's indicative ballot on AI protections for performers announced.
www.equity.org.uk
December 18, 2025 at 1:40 PM
It’s a landslide! The results are in, and Equity members have made their position clear with a 99.6% YES vote. They are prepared and ready to take action to secure AI protections.
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/pe...
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/pe...
This THURSDAY is the Equity Christmas Party.
REMEMBER:
We are in the *Peacock* Bar, NOT the usual place (owing to electrical work).
Please make sure you registered at the link in the email you were sent about it.
Give us a shout if you need help.
REMEMBER:
We are in the *Peacock* Bar, NOT the usual place (owing to electrical work).
Please make sure you registered at the link in the email you were sent about it.
Give us a shout if you need help.
December 15, 2025 at 2:09 PM
This THURSDAY is the Equity Christmas Party.
REMEMBER:
We are in the *Peacock* Bar, NOT the usual place (owing to electrical work).
Please make sure you registered at the link in the email you were sent about it.
Give us a shout if you need help.
REMEMBER:
We are in the *Peacock* Bar, NOT the usual place (owing to electrical work).
Please make sure you registered at the link in the email you were sent about it.
Give us a shout if you need help.
This THURSDAY!
Have you registered?
Have you registered?
A date for your diary! 18th December, details to follow!
December 15, 2025 at 9:23 AM
This THURSDAY!
Have you registered?
Have you registered?
The Emma O'Kane Bursary is an award for independent artists who want to think beyond the boundaries of their art form and practice and to explore dance or a physical language in their work.
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December 11, 2025 at 4:33 PM
The Emma O'Kane Bursary is an award for independent artists who want to think beyond the boundaries of their art form and practice and to explore dance or a physical language in their work.
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In 2021 #IrishEquity applied to our sister org. #SIPTU & got their promise that every #InternationalDisabledPeoplesDay from then on, the pagoda roof of liberty hall will be lit purple in support of the #PurpleLights campaign.
We are proud to be able to support #PurpleLights25 again tonight.
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We are proud to be able to support #PurpleLights25 again tonight.
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December 3, 2025 at 3:37 PM
In 2021 #IrishEquity applied to our sister org. #SIPTU & got their promise that every #InternationalDisabledPeoplesDay from then on, the pagoda roof of liberty hall will be lit purple in support of the #PurpleLights campaign.
We are proud to be able to support #PurpleLights25 again tonight.
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We are proud to be able to support #PurpleLights25 again tonight.
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Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities and we are focusing on the importance of access, inclusion, empowerment, pride, dignity and acceptance. Join us in celebrating the achievements and contributions of performers with disabilities to our industry and world.
December 3, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities and we are focusing on the importance of access, inclusion, empowerment, pride, dignity and acceptance. Join us in celebrating the achievements and contributions of performers with disabilities to our industry and world.
A date for your diary! 18th December, details to follow!
November 21, 2025 at 4:24 PM
A date for your diary! 18th December, details to follow!
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It is a huge relief that the European Court of Justice has rejected the demand by Denmark and Sweden to annul the Adequate Minimum Wage Directive.
A resume of the judgement in FR is here: curia.europa.eu/juris/docume...
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A resume of the judgement in FR is here: curia.europa.eu/juris/docume...
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CURIA - Documents
curia.europa.eu
November 11, 2025 at 11:57 AM
It is a huge relief that the European Court of Justice has rejected the demand by Denmark and Sweden to annul the Adequate Minimum Wage Directive.
A resume of the judgement in FR is here: curia.europa.eu/juris/docume...
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A resume of the judgement in FR is here: curia.europa.eu/juris/docume...
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Irish Equity Exec Shane Griffin speaking at this week's SIPTU conference.
November 15, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Irish Equity Exec Shane Griffin speaking at this week's SIPTU conference.
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FIA World Conference '25
Marie Kelly gives an update on the commercial negotiations in Canada. For over two years the professional advertising body comprised of some of the biggest International ad agencies refused to come to the negotiating table.
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FIA World Conference '25
Marie Kelly gives an update on the commercial negotiations in Canada. For over two years the professional advertising body comprised of some of the biggest International ad agencies refused to come to the negotiating table.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:54 AM
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FIA World Conference '25
Marie Kelly gives an update on the commercial negotiations in Canada. For over two years the professional advertising body comprised of some of the biggest International ad agencies refused to come to the negotiating table.
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FIA World Conference '25
Marie Kelly gives an update on the commercial negotiations in Canada. For over two years the professional advertising body comprised of some of the biggest International ad agencies refused to come to the negotiating table.
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Irish Equity President, Gerry O’Brien with recently elected SAG/ Aftra president Sean Astin at the 23rd FIA congress in Birmingham.
Both organisation will be discussing issues affecting both unions. Especially US productions filming in Ireland.
#UnionStrong #FIA #JoinYourUnion
Both organisation will be discussing issues affecting both unions. Especially US productions filming in Ireland.
#UnionStrong #FIA #JoinYourUnion
November 12, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Irish Equity President, Gerry O’Brien with recently elected SAG/ Aftra president Sean Astin at the 23rd FIA congress in Birmingham.
Both organisation will be discussing issues affecting both unions. Especially US productions filming in Ireland.
#UnionStrong #FIA #JoinYourUnion
Both organisation will be discussing issues affecting both unions. Especially US productions filming in Ireland.
#UnionStrong #FIA #JoinYourUnion
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“At a basic level, it should not be too much to expect recipients of tax relief to comply with copyright law".
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Sinn Féin’s Film Tax Relief Bill would ensure Irish workers would not be second-best or denied rights - Aengus Ó Snodaigh TD - Sinn Féin
Sinn Féin spokesperson on Gaeilge, Gaeltacht, Arts and Culture, Aengus Ó Snodaigh TD, has been granted leave to introduce a new Bill to make film tax relief conditional on respect for the rights of Ir...
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October 30, 2025 at 1:48 PM
“At a basic level, it should not be too much to expect recipients of tax relief to comply with copyright law".
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In the coming week Sinn Féin TD Aengus Ó'Snodaigh's amendment to the Taxes Consolidation Bill (Rights of Performers & Film Workers) 2025 will be debated by government.
If passed, it'd be a huge step forward in securing fair pay for Irish performers.
Pls contact your TDs & ask for their support.
If passed, it'd be a huge step forward in securing fair pay for Irish performers.
Pls contact your TDs & ask for their support.
October 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
In the coming week Sinn Féin TD Aengus Ó'Snodaigh's amendment to the Taxes Consolidation Bill (Rights of Performers & Film Workers) 2025 will be debated by government.
If passed, it'd be a huge step forward in securing fair pay for Irish performers.
Pls contact your TDs & ask for their support.
If passed, it'd be a huge step forward in securing fair pay for Irish performers.
Pls contact your TDs & ask for their support.
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***Five questions Spotlight needs to answer ***
This morning Equity members were outside Spotlight’s conference demanding answers on its purpose, its fees and its owners 👇
#TaxOnHope
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/fi...
This morning Equity members were outside Spotlight’s conference demanding answers on its purpose, its fees and its owners 👇
#TaxOnHope
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/fi...
Five questions for Spotlight | Equity
Equity members were outside Spotlight’s conference in central London on Tuesday morning, 21 October, demanding answers on its purpose, its fees and its owners.
www.equity.org.uk
October 21, 2025 at 11:55 AM
***Five questions Spotlight needs to answer ***
This morning Equity members were outside Spotlight’s conference demanding answers on its purpose, its fees and its owners 👇
#TaxOnHope
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/fi...
This morning Equity members were outside Spotlight’s conference demanding answers on its purpose, its fees and its owners 👇
#TaxOnHope
www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/fi...
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Videogames performer? Join our open meeting at the National Videogames Museum Sheffield, 4 November.
Whether you’re an Equity member or not, join us to make a plan for how to change the games industry for the better.
#VideoGames
www.equity.org.uk/get-involved...
Whether you’re an Equity member or not, join us to make a plan for how to change the games industry for the better.
#VideoGames
www.equity.org.uk/get-involved...
Videogames Network Roadshow: Sheffield | Equity
Whether you’re an Equity member or not, we want to hear about your stories of working in the industry, and make a plan together for how to change things in the videogames industry for performers.
www.equity.org.uk
October 28, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Videogames performer? Join our open meeting at the National Videogames Museum Sheffield, 4 November.
Whether you’re an Equity member or not, join us to make a plan for how to change the games industry for the better.
#VideoGames
www.equity.org.uk/get-involved...
Whether you’re an Equity member or not, join us to make a plan for how to change the games industry for the better.
#VideoGames
www.equity.org.uk/get-involved...
Irish Equity endorses and approves the use of the UK agreement on co pro shooting in ROI. Equal T+C’s for all performers in our heavily state subsidised Fim and TV industry. www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/op...
Open Letter to the Screen Industry in Ireland: Don't Undermine Union Agreements
As the screen sector in Ireland continues to grow in size, talent, and global recognition, it is more vital than ever that we uphold the standards, protections, and rights that underpin fair and susta...
www.megaphone.org.uk
October 24, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Irish Equity endorses and approves the use of the UK agreement on co pro shooting in ROI. Equal T+C’s for all performers in our heavily state subsidised Fim and TV industry. www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/op...
Ann Russell and Gerry O'Brien at the unveiling of the plaque to the late Deirdre O'Connell at the former Focus Theatre.
October 18, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Ann Russell and Gerry O'Brien at the unveiling of the plaque to the late Deirdre O'Connell at the former Focus Theatre.
