2001

New Stephen Rea film on show for Christmas

21 Dec 2001

A new production, featuring Stephen Rea will be on the Silver Screen throughout Christmas.

IR£150 million needed to assist 40 million people worldwide in 2002

4 Dec 2001

Close to IR£150 million is needed to help 40 million people next year in Red Cross/Red Crescent long-term health and disaster related programmes, said the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies today in Geneva as it launched its global appeal.

Irish Red Cross Chairman, David Andrews TD, to visit Ground Zero

29 Nov 2001

The Chairman of the Irish Red Cross, David Andrews TD, will tomorrow visit the site of the former Twin Towers that were destroyed in the September 11 airplane attacks to see first hand the work of the Red Cross, and other agencies, at Ground Zero.

Irish Red Cross delegates lead Red Cross mission to Afghanistan

21 Nov 2001

Irish Red Cross Delegate, Seamus Meagher is today beginning a two-day journey, bringing thousands of tonnes of food into the western Afghan city of Herat.

Big-hearted "Mrs O' " wins Presidential praise at surprise ceremony

21 Nov 2001

Big-hearted Mrs Maureen O'Sullivan, who is affectionately known as Mrs O won herself some serious Presidential plaudits at the Irish Red Cross celebration marking International Year of the Volunteer 2001.

Irish Red Cross Celebration of the International Year of the Volunteer

16 Nov 2001

Irish Red Cross volunteers from across the country will come together tomorrow to celebrate the International Year of the Volunteer 2001 with President Mary McAleese.

New Red Cross Ambulance launched.

10 Nov 2001

A new ambulance with vital life-saving equipment for use at Dublin's Point Theatre and other locations where the Red Cross provides First Aid services, will be launched tomorrow.

David Andrews calls for halt to Afghanistan bombings

9 Nov 2001

The Chairman of the Irish Red Cross, David Andrews TD, has expressed concern at the continued bombing of Afghanistan and has called for a cessation of attacks during the holy period of Ramadan.

New Irish Red Cross infofilm starring Stephen Rea

5 Nov 2001

A new short information film is set to hit the Silver Screen, with actor Stephen Rea playing a leading role.

3,000 Afghans arrive in Iran Red Crescent border camps over last 48 hours

26 Oct 2001

The need for funds remains strong, according to the Chairman of the Irish Red Cross, David Andrews who is appealing to Irish people to support Red Cross/Red Crescent operations there as the number or people fleeing Afghanistan into neighbouring countries continues to grow.

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