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Irish in Britain
@irishinbritain.bsky.social
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We are a national membership coalition, founded by and for the Irish community in Britain - a progressive voice for community development and representation.

www.irishinbritain.org
Oral history exhibition: https://exhibitions.irishinbritain.org/lookback
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We launched our research into the 2022 Census of Scotland, funded by the Consulate General of Ireland, in Edinburgh earlier this month with Prof Alessio D’Angelo @derbyuni.bsky.social
Read about it here
https://www.irishinbritain.org/news/irish-in-britain-launches-2022-census-of-scotland-research
Irish in Britain launches Census of Scotland research
Our research into the 2022 Census of Scotland was officially launched on Thursday 6 November in Edinburgh.
www.irishinbritain.org
November 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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"A modern Celtic revival"
Interest in Irish language classes is soaring in Britain eg the London Irish Centre has 2K on a waiting list!
Tommy Meskill asks what's driving this thirst for learning & speaking Irish @kneecapceol.bsky.social must take some of the credit☘️💚
www.rte.ie/news/2025/11...
Celtic revival: The growth of Gaeilge in Britain
There's been a significant surge in interest in learning the Irish language in Britain, according to those involved in teaching it. One of the largest online education providers in the UK, City Lit, s...
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November 25, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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Read the full report of our 2025 AGM + a gallery of photos💚

Reflecting on the diverse community representation Irish in Britain’s CEO summed up the day:

“Ní neart go cur le chéile. There is no strength without togetherness”

www.irishinbritain.org/news/irish-i...
Irish in Britain's AGM 2025
Representatives from Irish organisations across Britain gathered at the 2025 AGM of the national charity Irish in Britain, held this year at London’s Irish Cultural Centre.
www.irishinbritain.org
November 24, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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Conradh na Gaeilge i Londain is holding its AGM 7pm, 27 November London Irish Centre
Everyone is welcome, have your say, meet fellow Gaeilgeoirí and help shape what Conradh na Gaeilge i Londain will do in 2026
Tea, biscuits and good humour will be in full supply!
November 23, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Show off your artistic skills & enter the Comhaltas in Britain Christmas Card Competition!
A chance to create artwork that celebrates Irish heritage, choose your theme:
Music
Singing
Dancing
Irish Language
Full details👇
https://www.comhaltas.co.uk/christmascardcompetition
November 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Look out for new feature documentary Testimony, winner of the Best Human Rights Film at the Dublin International Film Festival
It chronicles the fight for justice by survivors of Ireland’s Magdalene Laundries and Mother & Baby Homes, a battle that takes them all the way to the UN
November 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Coming up this Saturday at the Lewisham Irish Centre! @LewishamIrish

Don't miss an amazing line up promising a special night of comedy with Alison Spittle, Eoghan Collins, Martina O’Sullivan, Currer Ball, Onojie Idemudia, Audrey Simmons & MC Siôn James
www.irishinbritain.org/whats-on/com...
Comedy night
Comedy Fundraiser in aid of Lewisham Irish Community Centre!
www.irishinbritain.org
November 20, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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Go raibh maith agaibh to our members & Friends who attended our AGM The Irish Cultural Centre & to Ambassador Martin Fraser for addressing meeting
A packed programme with reports from our team, discussion of Philomena's Law, Irish end-of-life care, safeguarding in our community & impact evaluation
November 19, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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We're pleased to be hosting a panel on Irish End-of-Life Care as part of our AGM with
Dr Mary Tilki
Mark Byrne Woking & Seam Beares Hospices
Shauna Mulligan Irish Community Services
Ellie Rogers @leedsgate.bsky.social
Bernard Lynch former Priest, LGBT activist
Brian Dalton Irish in Britain
November 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Tonight!
The Irish Studies@LivUni presents the 2025 Seamus Heaney Lecture on the topic: ‘Politics and the Poet' by Sir Simon Schama
The evening will open with a reading of Seamus Heaney poems by Liverpool-born actor Leanne Best

Book your free spot👇
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-2025-s...
The 2025 Seamus Heaney Lecture: ‘Politics and the Poet' by Sir Simon Schama
The 2025 Seamus Heaney Lecture by Sir Simon Schama, with readings by Leanne Best
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November 13, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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We are delighted to announce that our new Annual Report is now online!

With a foreword from Ambassador Martin Fraser

'The Year of the Meitheal'

Click here👇
https://bit.ly/IIBAnnualReport2025
November 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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We congratulate & welcome Catherine Connolly as Ireland's new President
This presidency presents an opportunity to deepen Ireland's relationship with its diaspora & the Irish in Britain look forward to supporting this next chapter in the global Irish story
www.irishtimes.com/politics/202...
‘Dignity, determination and courage’: President Catherine Connolly sets out aims in inauguration speech
Connolly has pledged to focus on peace, neutrality and climate change during her term
www.irishtimes.com
November 11, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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Fantastic to visit Coventry Irish Society & their lively & welcoming community lunch club
A West Midlands BBC journalist was also present to hear more about the group's work + we enjoyed an insightful talk from Chris Egan from the Irish Post on the history of Coventry's Irish community
November 11, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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We partnered with Irish Network Stevenage to put on a Health Event focussed on Healthy Ageing
15 stalls included Age UK, Memory Support, Stevenage Council, Archer Pharmacy, Green Hearts, ARK Powers & health walks
Over 70 joined a day filled with talks, brunch & questions💚
November 10, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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An opportunity to be part of a diverse, multi-disciplinary team
Join Causeway Irish Housing Association as a Compliance Officer providing health & safety monitoring support to housing team
https://www.irishinbritain.org/vacancies/compliance-officer1-causeway-irish-housing-association
Compliance Officer Causeway Irish Housing Association
Irish in Britain is the national charity supporting a wide network of diverse Irish organisations that make up its membership across Britain.
www.irishinbritain.org
November 9, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Job opportunity!
Do you want to work for an organisation that makes a real difference, every day, to people from all walks of life?
Brent Irish Advisory Service is looking to recruit a Welfare & Housing Adviser to work in its Haringey service
www.irishinbritain.org/vacancies/we...
November 6, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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The Embassy of Ireland is currently hosting an exhibition of works by artist & architect Angela Brady titled 'Horizon' till 13 November

The exhibition is available for public viewing during limited times, please book a slot👇
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Art Exhibition ‘Horizon’ by Angela Brady OBE
Visit the exhibition of 'Horizon' by Angela Brady OBE at the Embassy of Ireland, London
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November 5, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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Reminder!
The Ireland Funds Great Britain 2026 Community Impact Fund is open for applications until 28 November

Access the application link and all the information on their Annual Grant Round 👇
https://irelandfunds.org/chapters/worldwide/great-britain/grants/
Grants - The Ireland Funds, Progress through Philanthropy
Community Impact Fund 2026 The Ireland Funds Great Britain Community Impact Fund is open for online applications from 28th October 2025 – 28th November 2025. You can find the online grant application form here: Community Impact Fund 2026 – Application Form The opportunity to apply is not a guarantee of funding. Please ensure to read the . . .
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November 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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We're very pleased to welcome the London Irish Business Society as the newest member to join Irish in Britain

We look forward to working together & connecting Irish professionals to a diverse & impactful community network

www.irishinbritain.org/who-we-are/o...
London Irish Business Society
The London Irish Business Society (LIBS) is the largest network for Irish professionals in London
www.irishinbritain.org
November 3, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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Our Cuimhne 'My Story Memory Book' has been created to help carers and family members support people with memory loss and dementia.
We have now updated it - take a look at our online page turner version on our website
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https://view.publitas.com/moynihan-design/irish-in-britain-memory-book/page/1
November 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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👉A unique collaboration between choreographers & composer Sadler's Wells: three new commissions by Jules Cunningham, Irish choreographer & dancer Michael Keegan-Dolan & Maud Le Pladec
https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/nico-muhly-michael-keegan-dolan-maud-le-pladec-jules-cunningham-marking-time/
November 2, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Echoes of an Irish Lifetime: a beautiful short film by Frances Maguire on her late Uncle, Owney McGoldrick
He lived in same Donegal home for 94 years & said
"Live while you can, love while you can & leave the world a little tenderer than you found it"
https://youtu.be/kwjRoUmZH7Q?si=muA9HLHTBAAcjZeK
November 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Don't forget as you dress up or go trick or treating that Halloween was born in Ireland 2K years ago!
The Samhain festival marked the move into darkness of winter - many traditions are rooted in ancient Celtic rituals
https://www.ireland.com/en-gb/things-to-do/themes/culture/halloween-in-ireland/
October 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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👉Age UK London is preparing a campaign looking at ageism in London & would love to hear from people about their experiences & if they have experienced ageist attitudes & how it has made them feel
All voices matter!
Survey👇
https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/AgeismSurvey/?dm_i=47X,90LPE,U2XWJN,11U710,1
October 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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We recently facilitated the first-ever Walking Gaelic Football sessions in Britain with Gaelic Games Council of Britain & Herts GAA
It's a wonderful way to stay active, social & connected
A great time was had by all!
https://www.irishinbritain.org/news/walking-gaelic-football-pilot-a-success
Walking Gaelic Football Pilot a Success!
Irish in Britain recently facilitated the first-ever Walking Gaelic Football sessions in Britain, in partnership with Britain GAA and Hertfordshire GAA.
www.irishinbritain.org
October 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM