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ReviewVOLUME 23 - Issue 6, 2010 The SMIRNOFF words and associated logos are trade marks. © The Smirnoff Company 2010. Federation Update

Minutes of the executive meeting Held in H&W Welders FSC on Saturday 11th September 2010

The Chairman, John Davidson, A report was given on the respectively with dates to be A financial report was presented opened the meeting following increasing use of the Federation finalised subject to availability. by the Treasurer with copies which Joe Patterson apologised helplines which has seen advice It is hoped to have the 2011 distributed. The Treasurer on behalf of Philip Mallon who given to resolve a wide range of A.G.M. in the R.A.O.B. HQ, went through them in detail had a prior family engagement. issues for numerous clubs. similar to 2010, if the club finds with the report subsequently that acceptable. The Dinner proposed and seconded by Brian The Secretary, Bob McGlone, We have been approached by Dance will most likely be held in McCartney and Jim Wilson as then read the Minutes of a drinks supplier claiming to the Kings Hall, Belfast. a true record of our financial the last meeting which were offer advantageous pricing standing to date. passed without amendment structures. At this stage however Gerry Gallagher posed a and proposed by Raymond we have not had firm proposals question on a VAT related issue As there was no further Connors and seconded by Gerry presented. The question was in respect of snooker/pool and business the Chairman closed Gallagher. asked, would it not be possible gaming machines. It should be the meeting with thanks being for us as an organisation to noted that in order for clubs to extended to H&W Welders Correspondence was read involve ourselves in a similar qualify for a refund of VAT on F.S.C. for the excellent out which included details of venture? However it would seem snooker/pool (which can be for hospitality following the the invitation the Federation unlikely, as the people involved a period of four years) VAT is meeting. received to meet the DSD have many years experience. required to have been paid on Minister, Alex Atwood membership subscriptions. Bob McGlone, Secretary M.L.A., and his officials. Also A full report was given on the accompanying the Federation at C.O.R.C.A. meeting which the meeting were representatives included the ongoing search on of the N.I. Sports Forum, the mainland UK to secure a similar Golfing Union of Ireland and pricing tariff for Sky Television the Ulster branch of the GAA. to that enjoyed in Northern The Chairman intimated Ireland. The main issue seems that the Minister appeared to to centre around the fact that show more empathy to our clubs throughout the remainder proposals, being made aware of of the UK do not, in the main, the inextricable link between fulfil the requirement of being the social and sporting aspect categorised as a sports club of private member sports, social which is central to qualifying. and recreational clubs. A proposal was made by the A discussion ensued on the Treasurer that consideration proposed voluntary code of be given to appointing a practice which seems to have delegate since the passing of our been placed on the back burner esteemed colleague Joe Elwood. as we have not attended nor The Chairman suggested that it been invited to attend a meeting would seem sensible to indeed on the subject? In more positive look at someone to represent terms North West delegate, that area (South Belfast) due to Gerry Gallagher, has been its size and the high number of attending meetings of the Derry clubs which are located there. It City Centre Initiative which was proposed that this matter seems to be more proactive on be further discussed at the next the issue by focusing on a code executive committee meeting. of practice aimed at reducing alcohol fuelled anti-social The AGM and Dinner Dance behaviour. will be held in March and April

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Gaming machines VAT refund update

Clubs will be aware that there cheque or a credit being placed which arrives from HMRC, or has not applied ‘official has been a long standing case on the Club’s HMRC account. in the case of a credit to offset interest to the amount being in which the NI Federation The amount will relate exactly this amount against future VAT repaid. Over the period that the of Clubs has been actively to the figure which the Club payments. In either case it is claims were made, interest rates involved. The first notice originally claimed. HMRC has important to submit a further were higher than they are today. and advice to Clubs dates decided to pay out these claims claim for interest owed on the We have received advice that back several years when clubs pending a final appeal which is amount claimed. interest on these claims could were first advised that they set to be heard at some future be calculated to as much as 37% should submit a claim for an date. It is widely suspected This involves writing a letter of the final amount. Clubs will overpayment of VAT in relation by most commentators that to HMRC quoting your VAT appreciate therefore that it is to Gaming Machines. this final appeal will not to number, their letter reference well worth submitting a further be successful for HMRC. number and stating that since claim for this interest. Clubs were able to claim VAT However, due to the fact that the original VAT payment paid on the net take from the payments are being made was made in accordance with The NIFC considers this to be Gaming Machines for the three on the basis of ‘protective HMRC guidance, the Club is a significant victory for Clubs years up to December 2005. assessments’, all Clubs receiving entitled to ‘official’ interest on and repayments received will be refunds should note that in the the repayment. You should not a timely help for all Clubs but Clubs which submitted an event of the appeal being won use a ‘Notice of Appeal’ form in particular for those which appeal, under what has become by HMRC, the refunds will have to submit this interest claim. may be struggling. The NIFC known as the ‘Linneweber case’ to be repaid. We suggest placing The Club is not appealing is happy that the majority of its should have received, or will a ‘provision note’ in the Club’s the amount paid; it is simply member clubs acted on their be receiving, assessments from accounts to this effect. We are requesting payment of interest. information and advice and HMRC. These assessments will advising all Clubs in receipt of made protective claims within be accompanied by either a a refund to bank the cheque It is disappointing that HMRC the applicable time limit.

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4 Club Review Issue 6 2010 nifederationofclubs.com Questions & Answers Directory scam warning

Q. We have recently carried the Stewards are reminded Clubs are being warned which, sometimes, result in out a stock check and have of this then they will take a to watch out for the latest repeated demands for payment found that we are missing more proactive approach to “directory scam” involving by phone. In other instances differing amounts of sprits stemming the losses. This bogus invoices designed to attempts are made to get a and beer. Having previously will give them due warning look as if they are connected signature on a fax purporting had no problems with stock of the fact and hopefully with Yellow Pages. As a to confirm the cancellation it is unlikely this can be encourage them to make sure result of complaints Trading of an advert. This is followed down to accidental wastage. no further losses occur. It Standards departments and by the demand for £499. On A committee member feels is unlikely that you would the publishers, Yell Ltd., have some occasions the telephone that we should dismiss our have any recourse to claim teamed up to issue warnings calls become threatening. bar employees, is this an this amount from any about false claims for payment overreaction? employees other than the from firms trying to pass There is also a warning A. You are correct that Stewards. You may also wish themselves off as genuine. that bogus forms are sent dismissing all your employees to consider that if it is just a by e-mail or fax and have a for these stock losses would blip, and stock mistakes do Complaints have been made similar appearance to the be an overreaction and happen, that you are risking about bogus invoices for £499 “Yellow Pages” brand. Yell would place the club at risk an otherwise productive from ‘Yellow Pages 24’ claiming customers are asked to be of unfair dismissal claims. working relationship with to operate from an address particularly alert to any such You may wish to review the the Stewards by pursuing in Riverside, SE1 or correspondence coming from Steward’s contracts; in the them for the losses. It would Oxford Street, London W1. Holland or Germany. NIFC Club Manual Model also be completely in order Contracts the Stewards to send a general letter to The scam involves an attempt Our advice is to ignore any are personally all employees stating that to mislead people into signing communications and don’t responsible for these losses are unacceptable fake advertising contracts pay the invoices. stock losses, if and that the committee are this is the case investigating the losses. Any for the club’s employee caught stealing contracts from the club will face then you may instant dismissal for gross find that if misconduct. Flexible working The Government intends to the age of 17 (19 if a child is extend the right for employees to disabled) or who are carers. The request flexible working hours changes are part of the Coalition to all employees. Currently the Government’s five-year plan right applies to those who have and further information will be one or more children under provided when available.

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Arthur’s Day celebrates the legacy of Arthur Guinness

Thousands of people came together at 17.59 on Thursday, 23rd September to raise a toast to Arthur Guinness, the pioneering brewer and philanthropist who introduced Guinness to the world.

Arthur’s Day is a fitting tribute to Arthur Guinness and his legacy, with all ticket proceeds from the day going directly to the Arthur Guinness Fund. The Arthur Guinness Fund has already distributed €1 million to Irish Social Entrepreneurs who are making a positive and sustainable impact on Irish communities.

Over 1,500 planned events Imelda May leads Guinness fans in a toast ‘To Arthur’ for the 2010 Arthur’s Day Celebration held in Galway. took place across the island

6 Club Review Issue 6 2010 nifederationofclubs.com Sharon Corr performing on stage as part of the Arthur’s Day Celebration held at the Savoy Theatre in Cork, Ireland. of Ireland, with over 150 The official Arthur’s Day confirmed artists and 200 hours iPhone app provided people of live music performances. with an opportunity to come together at 17.59 to share in the Speaking at Arthur’s Day, Tanya celebration. Within 72 hours Clarke, Head of Guinness after launch, it had gone to number one in the Apple App said, “Arthur’s Day is all about Gary Lightbody of Snow Patrol at the Hop Store, Dublin. celebrating the legacy of Arthur Store. It offered information on Guinness and the iconic brand events taking place throughout he created, with all ticket the country and allowed users proceeds benefiting the Arthur to share toasts with friends and Guinness Fund. Thousands on live TV and also track where of events are taking place all their friends were toasting on around the country today the night via a geo locater and a as a fitting tribute to Arthur Facebook link up. Guinness.” Arthur’s Day was also celebrated Speaking at the Arthur’s Day in other countries with live celebration, Westlife said, music events in the USA, the “Arthur’s Day is the first time Caribbean and Asia, as well as we have performed in a pub. It other countries all across the has been incredible, we are so world. excited to be involved. Here’s to Arthur and a brilliant day!”.

Snow Patrol added, “We’re really excited to be involved with Arthur’s Day this year. It’s great that our fans get to enjoy us up close. It’s also really great that some of Ireland’s best up and coming acts get a chance to join in”. Guinness fans raise a toast ‘To Arthur’.

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A great night with Guinness Black Lager

Guinness Black Lager offered people across the chance to experience a new evolution in lager at sampling events during August.

The Master Brewers of Guinness have built upon 250 years of rich brewing heritage to create this new Black Lager. Hailed as ‘lager evolved’, it takes lager enjoyment to a new level by combining the refreshing taste of lager with a unique flavourful character.

On offer was the chance of winning an incredible trip to Ibiza courtesy of Guinness Black Lager and Cool FM, simply by posting a photo of themselves enjoying their night to the Cool FM Facebook page. Mark McQuillan with the Guinness Black Lager Crew. The Harp Ice Cold Big Gig goes above ground

September’s Harp Ice Cold album The Roamer. Big Gig saw one of the biggest artists ever booked for the show If that wasn’t enough to get arriving in Belfast for a very excited about, the band all of special appearance – Rarely Belfast is talking about, The Seen Above Ground. The gig’s Continuous Battle of Order, organisers were thrilled to be were supporting on the night. presenting one of the most exciting breakthrough Irish acts, Opening the who has been thrilling crowds night was exciting in Ireland, UK and France. new act Pixel Vs The solo performer, who Nanobot. A simultaneously plays drums and female fronted sings, arrived with his critically three-piece with acclaimed visual show on the experimental, back of the release of his second dark and moody album – Be It Right Or Wrong. music. With rave reviews already The multi-instrumentalist, who under their belt, was rated 13th in last year’s Irish the future looks Times top 50 best contemporary exciting for this Irish acts, was a Choice Music unpredictable Prize nominee for his first outfit.

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Tennent’s goes Gign’ the Bann!

Thousands of people, some Aisling Duffy, from as far afield as Florida and Tennent’s Canada, flocked to Portglenone Marketing for the Gign’ the Bann festival, Manager NI, sponsored by Tennent’s Lager. said, “Tennent’s is an avid The cross cultural programme supporter of included a Gospel Concert, music events, Lunasa, Liadan, The Rapparees, but not just the More Power to Your Elbow and big ones! We the Thiepval Memorial Pipe were delighted Band. There was also a dance to lend our workshop, 5k run, junior disco support to and ‘Wee Bard’ competition. Gign’ the Bann as a great event Brian McCart, festival vice- for Portglenone chairman, said, “It was a as well as for fantastic success – the festival the whole south just gets bigger and better and Derry area.” this year we were especially Joan Kelly of Tennent’s Lager, raises a glass to musicians Heather Frew of McNeillstown Pipe pleased to have Tennent’s Lager Tennent’s have Band, banjo player Justin Graham and fiddler and festival secretary Siobhan McCormack. on board. It’s really nice to see a whole upcoming programme These include original events, particularly at students, gig that sort of support coming of musical events ‘on tap’ sponsorships, partnerships lovers and talented young right down to community level.” over this autumn and winter. and pouring rights, aimed bands. Hugh’s fabulous funfair

Ranked by Chambers UK 2009 as the top licensing solicitors in Northern Ireland Tennent’s girls Nicki Cartmill and Finola Guinnane, along with Premiere Circus performers Paul Quate and Richard Geddis were getting into the mood for Hugh Tennent’s Fabulous Funfair in Belfast. The Victorian themed promotion was the first of 80 which Tennent’s will roll out around the province over the next 12 weeks, continuing the celebration of Tennent’s 125th anniversary. Photo John Harrison.

10 Club Review Issue 6 2010 nifederationofclubs.com Bulgarian lifeguard lifts whiskey lovers’ ultimate dream prize in global competition

A 28-year old lifeguard from distillery to Svishtov Bulgaria has won a create their own global Bushmills Irish Whiskey blend of one competition with a prize of the world’s described as ‘the whiskey lover’s best-loved ultimate dream’. Irish whiskeys. Their prize Ivan Ivanov was chosen from also includes a finalists from nine countries month’s luxury as the winner of the Make it penthouse at Bushmills challenge at a accommodation gala in the village of Bushmills in Ireland and in September. The historic £5,000 spending area has a history of whiskey money. production stretching back more than 400 years. Make it at Bushmills has He will now spend 30 days attracted interest working alongside Bushmills’ from around Master Distiller Colum Egan the globe since with the aim of becoming the its launch in Make it at Bushmills winner, Ivan Ivanov from Bulgaria, celebrates his win with Master first ever person outside the the New York Distiller, Colum Egan.

Stock Exchange on St Patrick’s Ireland’s most respected singer- day on March 17. The nine songwriters and Joel Harrison, a finalists from Ireland, the regular contributor to a number , the United of leading whiskey publications. States, Northern Ireland, South Africa, France, Belgium, Ivan said, “Winning the public the Netherlands and Bulgaria vote to represent Bulgaria in the were chosen by public vote to final phase of the competition represent their countries in was a real honour. But to this week’s two-day ‘Bushcamp’ be the overall winner is just finale, set by Bushmills’ Master incredible - I still can’t believe Distiller, Colum Egan. I’ll spend a month making whiskey with the world’s best. The contestants included a It’s the whiskey lover’s ultimate head sommelier from a French dream.” three-star Michelin restaurant, a former Wall Street broker Colum Egan said, “Throughout as well as a drumming world the competition, Ivan has record holder from Lisburn, shown that he has the passion Allister Brown, aged 33 years and personality to Make it at old. Bushmills. This is a fantastic opportunity for him to learn Following a series of mental, how great whiskey is made physical and skills-based and I know he’ll grasp this challenges, the performance of opportunity with both hands.” the individual contenders was assessed by a judging panel that Follow Ivan’s progress at the included Irish rugby legend, Old Bushmills Distillery on Keith Wood, Foy Vance, one of facebook.com/bushmills1608.

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Miller Genuine Draft reveals the extraordinary through heavyweight campaign

Miller Genuine Draft has dirt from walls and buildings to ever real clean art advertising for the process of cold filtration. announced plans to launch a reveal extraordinary designs. campaign that will involve heavyweight through-the-line using clean art to communicate “We’re creating a talking campaign that focuses on its The advert features a group the campaign message on point for our consumers, unique brewing process and is of artists that go out at night pavements, walls and bars in capturing their imagination breaking new ground in beer and create, using clean art, a key urban areas. The campaign and communicating with advertising. spectacular natural scene on a also includes digital advertising, them in a way that we feel is drab, grey city building, as the On and Off trade POS, and a category-breaking Miller Genuine Draft is cold voiceover explains “Sometimes Facebook page. for the beer filtered four times to reveal the it’s what’s underneath that industry.” extraordinary – a beer that’s counts, you just have to reveal Richard Ingram, Marketing distinctively light, smooth and it.” Manager for Miller refreshing. Genuine Draft said, “Our The advertising campaign will aim is to change the way To communicate and bring the be screened in cinemas and TV people think about cold filtration process to life across Ireland from September beer and that aim in an engaging and captivating and will reach 90% of all 18-34 is brought to way, Miller Genuine Draft’s year olds in Ireland. life through this new campaign utilises clean campaign. The art as a metaphor – a form of To support the launch, Miller process of reverse street art where the artists use Genuine Draft has also art is used as a high pressure hoses to remove commissioned the biggest vivid metaphor

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12 Club Review Issue 6 2010 nifederationofclubs.com Miller Genuine Draft is cold fi ltered. The This September, a new Miller Genuine result is a great tasting, refreshing and Draft marketing campaign commences easy-drinking beer that is perfect for all with a heav y weight T V and cinema occasions. And because of this, you can campaign, suppor ted by outdoor and expect increased lager sales in your bar. online adver tising over the same period. By stocking Miller Genuine Draft you To bring this campaign to life in -bar our will be off ering your customers a comprehensive new range of point-of- genuinely diff erent lager experience. sale is available right now.

For more details, or to order Miller Genuine Draft, contact Richmond Marketing on (01) 623 3222.

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Magners ‘pulled a winner’ with consumers

Some extra sparkle was added to on trade venues across Northern Ireland, courtesy of Magners, the original draught Irish since 1935.

The promotion which was part of a significant, wider draught initiative brought a fun and innovative ‘pull a winner’ promotion to locations throughout Northern Ireland. Customers of the venues had the chance to sample complimentary Magners and even luckier ones won great national TV and prizes from tee-shirts and pints outdoor advertising campaign, of Magners to tickets to various participants were simply asked to events. pull a tap on a giant apple - not unlike the action of pulling a For further information on Complementing Magners pint - to reveal what they’d won. Magners activities visit www.magners.com. WKD supports industry’s responsible drinking campaign

Leading drinks manufacturer to the end of October. The logo Beverage Brands is actively appears in the brand’s TV ads supporting an industry-wide and is shown on all promotional responsible drinking initiative communications, websites and by featuring Drinkaware’s ‘Why online communications, and on Let Good Times Go Bad?’ key multipacks. In addition, a campaign logo on all WKD Beverage Brands’ initiative will brand communications and key see 100,000 campaign flyers multipacks. The Drinkaware distributed across universities. campaign aims to promote a sensible approach to drinking Karen Salters, joint Managing amongst young adults through Director for Beverage Brands, communicating a series of tips owner of WKD, said, “The and advice. The campaign key consumer messages of the creative will be seen across both Drinkaware campaign are to: eat on-trade and off-trade outlets before you go out, pace yourself this autumn, and via a wide with soft drinks, and look out range of outdoor media. for one another.

To demonstrate Beverage We fully support this guidance Brands’ commitment to the and are happy to link the activity, the ‘Why Let Good campaign logo with WKD as Times Go Bad?’ logo is featuring widely as possible so as to really prominently on WKD materials make an impact.”

14 Club Review Issue 6 2010 nifederationofclubs.com Magners ensures a ‘Pear-fect’ pairing for comedy

Magners Pear has announced Waterfront which has already it is taking over the helm of proved its credentials as a home Magners Waterfront Comedy of comedy.” Club, as of this new season. Now known as the Magners “The association gives us Pear Waterfront Comedy Club, an important showcase for it is renowned for hosting a line our brand, complementing up of today’s greatest stand- its association with relaxed James up stars and the finest new sociability and craic. So, here’s Simpson, emerging talent. to another season of evenings Magners filled with laughter all rounded Marketing Announcing details of the new off with a sociable Magners Manager programme for the Magners Pear over ice! The Magners (left) Pear Waterfront Comedy Pear Waterfront Comedy club and Tim Club, James Simpson, Magners relationship reinforces the Husbands, Marketing Manager said, “I’m leading role that Magners plays Managing looking forward to seeing in nurturing comedy talent Director fans of stand-up, like myself, and delighting audiences in of Belfast enjoying what promises to Northern Ireland.” Waterfront be another great programme. and The Once again the Magners Pear To celebrate the success of Ulster Hall Waterfront Comedy Club Magners Pear Waterfront (centre, will be showcasing the big Comedy Club the Waterfront right) is pictured assisting the double act of Groucho Marx and Charlie names from the national and is offering comedy fans the Chaplin in launching the all new Magners Pear Waterfront Comedy Club. international comedy circuit chance to win a pair of tickets as well as the finest emerging to EVERY Comedy Club event talents. As a brand we know taking place in the Waterfront the importance of investing in Auditorium between 1 January success and we are delighted to and 31 December 2011! Visit bring that attitude to comedy www.waterfront.co.uk to enter with our substantial investment the competition to be in with a in stand up at Belfast’s chance of winning. Magners Light Fall for Fashion launch

Pictured at the recent launch of Magners Light Fall for Fashion in Belfast is Magners Marketing Manager, James Simpson, with models Dearbhla Hogan (left) and Julie Doherty.

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Beck’s Vier music inspires art Be PART of something special

Beck’s Vier celebrated in its Imported from Bremen, characteristically unique way Germany, Beck’s Vier is at a launch event hosted by brewed with precision to the Tennent’s Northern Ireland Reinheitsgebot purity law, and attended by an audience of which ensures that only four distinguished guests including pure ingredients are ever media, local drinks industry involved. This unique blend of representatives and VIPs. golden barley, Bavarian hops, pure glacier water and yeast The evening provided guests gives Beck’s Vier its clean, crisp, with an opportunity to witness full bodied taste and exceptional why exactly Beck’s Vier is refreshment. ‘Different By Choice’ and experience the brand’s new The ‘Music Inspires Art’ platform of ‘Music Inspires Art’. event showcased the very best in music talent and visual The surprise night united wizardry and saw Beck’s Vier leading Irish art and music team up with some remarkable talent to create original and local artistes to portray the (L-R) Beck’s Vier Model Lee Rush; Niki MacCorquodale, Brand Manager exhilarating performances based uniqueness of the beer brand. for Beck’s Vier; Nicola McCleery, Marketing Manager for Tennent’s NI around the four key ingredients and Beck’s Vier Model Zara Shaw. of the premium brewed pilsner A highlight of the night was a lager. performance by a group of free- runners from Dublin, known standing series of collaborations as ‘Displacement’. Specialising with musicians and artists to in L’Art du Deplacement or create electrifying audio-visual Parkour as it is better known, performances. Tonight we the group created a dynamic have unveiled new, limited and diverse show choreographed edition Beck’s Vier fonts and specifically for the Beck’s Vier uniquely designed glassware, event. all showcasing designs by celebrated emerging artists who Niki MacCorquodale, Brand have been inspired by some of Manager for Beck’s Vier said, their favourite music. “We are delighted to be hosting this fabulous event which “This entire campaign, and not only showcases some of these limited edition designs in Ireland’s most exciting artistic particular, will be amplified by a talents, but is also a firm sign major advertising campaign for of Beck’s Vier’s commitment Northern Ireland including 48 to investing in the local drinks and 6 sheets, as well as radio. industry. A major consumer recruitment campaign targeting over 10,000 “Our Music Inspires Art event consumers will also be rolled is just the latest in Beck’s long- out across the province.” N.I.F.C. HELPLINES O7889 800329 07889 800331 07889 681714 07889 800325 E-mail: [email protected]

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New regional group gives ‘voice’ to families bereaved by suicide

A new group representing of the group, Dr Eddie Rooney, families and individuals Chief Executive of the Public who have been bereaved by Health Agency said, “Men and suicide was launched on 10th women of every age group and September - World Suicide every walk of life in Northern Prevention Day. Families Voices Ireland die by suicide and these Forum has been set up to ensure deaths impact upon all of the that the voices of those affected community. With a collective by suicide are heard. effort, the tragic deaths of many people can be reduced and can Members of the Forum feel prevent the sorrow and pain there is a need for the interests felt by those bereaved. Suicide and experiences of those family prevention is the business of members who have lost a loved each and every one of us.” one through suicide to be heard. The group intends to champion Mary Creaney, spokesperson for rights and to challenge and Families Voices Forum added, contribute to change within “We want to establish what suicide and self-harm policy is working and what needs to through their involvement in be improved to benefit those the delivery of the ‘Protect Life bereaved by suicide. We also Strategy: A Shared Vision: want to increase awareness of Dr Eddie Rooney and Mary Creaney from Families Voices Forum. the Northern Ireland Suicide the impact of suicide across Prevention Strategy and Action all communities in Northern Plan 2006-2011. Ireland and for anyone feeling suicidal to know that there is Welcoming the establishment help out there for them.” ‘Kids in Need’ Gala Ball

The familiar Stenaline Showboat, hosted by Kids in Need in August each year, took on a new format in 2010 in the form of a Gala Ball held in Belfast’s Hilton Hotel.

Needless to say it was a tremendous success with the N.I. Cancer Fund for Children and Fleming Fulton School each (L-R) Lisa McNaught, Roy McNaught, Donna receiving £3,000. Duffin, Harry Beckinsale and Kerri McNaught.

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“Albania to America… with Belfast in between” by Shaun Schofield

Shaun Schofield began watching two Ulster charities: Heartbeat Ireland defender Northern Ireland play football and Action Concern. Stephen Craigan by chance in 1993, by taking have written in a trip to Albania, bizarrely ‘Albania to America…with forewords to realising a childhood ambition Belfast in between’ is the sequel the book and it to visit this almost unknown to ‘There’s Always One’. The is hoped other country. book covers the period August contributions will 2005 to August 2010, when the be forthcoming A conversation in Tirana airport Northern Ireland team played from present with a group of NI supporters 44 full internationals. It details Northern Ireland led to him purchasing a season the sights and scenes from the players and ticket for Northern Ireland’s events surrounding those games, broadcasters. home international series plus an insight into Shaun’s for the Euro ’96 qualifying thoughts on life in general. The launch date is campaign, having previously There are also various chapters 15th November at always watched the England on the fledgling women’s team, 1pm and the IFA, national team. including a guest chapter from Chief Executive, Patrick Nelson The foreword and sample another supporter, who took has kindly allowed it to be held chapters are available should Since June 1995, Shaun has not in an arduous trip to watch the at the IFA HQ. Requests for anyone wish to peruse. missed a single full Northern women in Belarus. However, invitations should be made via However, as with the previous Ireland international either a constant theme throughout the contact points listed below. project, given that all the profits at home or abroad, taking in concentrates on the infinite The launch, which should take are going to charity, we ask that visits to all parts of Europe, growth of Northern Ireland’s around 45 minutes, will be purchases be made, unless a plus far off destinations such as support; commonly known as followed by a light lunch and proposed review of the book the Caribbean, Chile and even the ‘Green and White Army’. refreshments. is to take place, in which case Thailand. Up until August a full JPG file will be made 2010, this has totalled 122 Once again, the project is a Confirmed outlets for sales at available. games. charity fundraising venture, present are the Irish F.A. shop with an initial target of £15,000 in Windsor Avenue and the Please contact at the points In 2006 ‘There’s Always One’ from a print run of 2,000. The I.F.A online shop, the RBL below should you wish to was published, written by beneficiaries are the Royal Belfast Office in Talbot Street, discuss any matters. Shaun, taking in journeys British Legion (Northern from the author (payment by to games between June 1995 Ireland) and the Irish F.A.’s cheque or PayPal addresses E-mail: albaniatoamerica@ to June 2005. A charity ‘Going for Goal’ charity. below) and hopefully at the gmail.com fundraising venture, this project Podium 4 Sport store in Belfast. Telephone: 07930 405379 donated £9,600 – all the profits The UEFA President Michel Also various NI Supporter’s Post: S. Schofield, Box 4292, - from the sales of the book to Platini and 50 cap Northern Clubs are always pro-active with Dunstable, LU6 9AR. this project and various book signings will take place. Facebook: “Albania to America”

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18 Club Review Issue 6 2010 nifederationofclubs.com Magners League kick-off

The great and the good from Magners League Celtic Rugby gathered recently will reinforce at the Millennium Stadium, its position to reflect on another as one of the record breaking Magners most successful League year, and to celebrate competitions in the start of the new look tenth world rugby. As anniversary season. Ulster embarks on its Magners The 2009–10 season saw the League campaign introduction of the highly we will be successful Magners League working very play-off system and Grand hard behind the Final. Now as it enters its scenes to put tenth year of competition, the together some Magners League is preparing comprehensive for yet more expansion, this and engaging time with the introduction of marketing two Italian teams: Aironi Rugby campaigns to and Benetton Treviso - taking further enhance the total number of Magners supporters’ Paul McGurk, Magners Trade Marketing Manager, is pictured at the launch of the Magners League teams to twelve. enjoyment of League with (left to right) John Muldoon, Connaught, Paul O’Connell, Munster, Leo Cullen, Magners League.” Leinster and Bryn Cunningham, Ulster. Paul McGurk, Magners Trade Marketing Manager said, “Our The announcement by BBC NI home Magners League matches further raised the profile of the substantial investment and that it would be broadcasting reinforced the importance of Magners brand. continued commitment to the live coverage of all Ulster’s the competition and indeed has Quinn Insurance/ UGAAWA Merit Award

When it comes to the closing for some years at underage stages of the All-Ireland levels. Last winter, he was one championships, sometimes of the stars of the Omagh U18 minors, no matter what they team that won the St Paul’s have achieved, are forgotten organised Ulster Minor Football about. However, we, in Championship. Bigger and the Ulster GAA Writers’ better things were to come of Association, like to think that course with Tyrone defeating we keep tabs on all people in Cork in the All-Ireland MFC in GAA affairs so for our Quinn September. Insurance/UGAAWA Merit Award for August 2010 we “I never thought that I would honour teenager Ronan O’Neill. be in the running for the UGAAWA award,” enthused The Omagh St Enda’s Ronan. “It is good to see people footballer doesn’t really need looking to the minors as we John P. Graham, Chairman of the Ulster GAA Writers Association and an introduction as he has put in as much effort as senior Ronan McCabe, representing Quinn Insurance, presents the August Merit been turning in storming players. It is a boost before the Award to Tyrone and Omagh Minor footballer, Ronan O’Neill. performances with his club All-Ireland final.” Picture by Peadar McMahon

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You just can’t beat a day at the races… Down Royal Racecourse, 5th & 6th November – Don’t miss it!

Down Royal’s explosive start steeplechaser in the world, operating to their National Hunt Season had been entered along with at on 5th & 6th November always 2010 Cheltenham Gold Cup maximum inspires fireworks both on and winner Imperial Commander. capacity off the track. The Northern The quality of racing is not with Ireland Festival of Racing is now confined to the Saturday big hospitality firmly established as the premier race, the Grade 2 Ladbrokes options event in Northern Ireland’s Chase was a thrilling renewal to suit all racing and social calendar. The with the Paul Nicholls trained budgets standard of racing on show over ‘Hercomesthetruth’ scoring and the festival this year is superb. from the Cheltenham Arkle demands, winner ‘Forpaddytheplasterer’. starting Last year in the feature race, Friday’s feature race, The from £60. the JNwine.com Champion WKD Core Hurdle, has been Discounts Chase (Grade 1), ‘The Listener’ upgraded from Grade 3 to are scored on his third attempt Grade 2. Last year this race was available for groups booking a private marquee, hot beef roll, in the Down Royal Showcase, won by the locally owned ‘Voler coach trips to the racecourse. racecard and a choice of either in fact the previous three la Vedette’ who held on from On Friday 5th November, there a WKD Core Cider or glass of winners of the race have all champion hurdle hopeful ‘Go will be a £20 Punters’ Pack offer white wine. There will only be been trained in England! In Native’. which includes; entrance to the 500 Punters’ Packs available over this year’s race, Kauto Star, racecourse, £5 bet with Sean the festival, at a cost of £20 and undoubtedly06614 - DR Club the Review most famous Ad_Layout 1 The28/09/2010 festival 10:57will see Page the 1facilities Graham Bookmakers, access to they must be booked in advance.

Remember Remember the 5th & 6th November

PUNTERS’ PACK £20 PER PERSON - Trackside Marquee Friday 5th November There will only be 500 Punters’ Packs available over the festival and they must be booked in advance. A Punters’ Pack includes; • Entrance to the racecourse • Access to a private marquee • Beef roll • £5 bet with Sean Graham Bookmakers • Racecard • WKD Core apple cider or glass of white wine.

GENERAL ADMISSION: Friday 5th, £10 • Saturday 6th, £15. Children under 16 go free, OAP and student rates are available on both days. First race on both days 1:00pm (approx.) and last race 4:00pm (approx.)

For more information or to book tickets log onto www.downroyal.com, telephone: +44 (0) 28 9262 1256, email: [email protected] or fax: +44 (0) 28 9262 1433

20 Club Review Issue 6 2010 nifederationofclubs.com Glentoran’s Young World Police and named manager of Fire Games 2013 the month

Sports Minister, Nelson McCausland (third right) announcing that the N.I. Executive has agreed to provide up to £6 million to help fund the World Police and Fire Games 2013 in Belfast which are the third largest sporting event in the world. Pictured are Robin Mansfield, Director General NI Glentoran’s Scott Young receives Carling Northern Ireland Football Writers Prison Service; Justice Minister, David Ford; Dame Mary Peters; Assistant Manager of the Month award for August from chairman of the Carling Chief Constable, Duncan McCausland; Chris Kerr, Assistant Chief Fire NIFWA, Stephen Looney. Officer; and Lord Mayor of Belfast, Pat Convery. Photo John Harrison. When Scott Young took the players and the backroom staff reins at his beloved Glentoran for the amount of hard work many thought he was on that they have put in,” said a hiding to nothing. The Young. “But it’s early in the east Belfast giants, although season and while it’s always nice champions, were playing second to get awards, it’s the first one fiddle to cross-town rivals this year so we won’t be getting Linfield but Young quickly went carried away. Anything can about doing things his way. happen in football and there is a long way to go, but, of course, At the start of the new Carling it’s a case of, so far, so good.” Premiership season, the doom and gloom merchants wrote Carling’s Terry Loughins said, off any chance the Glens had “We’re delighted the new season of making a serious title push of the Carling Premiership but they may have to eat their has kicked off and think it’s words. a fantastic achievement for Scott Young to win the first Young, named the Carling Manager of the Month award Northern Ireland Football as he begins his first full season Writers Manager of the Month as manager of Glentoran. I’ve for August, has got his side no doubt that we are in for a

 playing attractive football and sit very exciting League this year      proudly at the top of the table. and it’s going to be great to see         how it unfolds over the next few         “I’m honoured to get the first months. Carling is delighted to          Carling Northern Ireland be at the heart of local football,       Football Writers Manager of supporting local talent, and the Month Award of the season bringing local people back to

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1989 police saw all spectators as potential hooligans. Thus it was that a series of serious police blunders at the Leppings Lane end meant that 95 people perished when they were crushed to death. Bruno wobbles Iron Mike summed up the numbed feelings of a nation when For five or six seconds, he said, “Football is irrelevant now, nobody is even asking after the Frank Bruno had other scores.” the heavyweight championship of the That such a tragedy could happen so soon after Heysel and world in his grasp Bradford was a shocking indictment of English football. On the day as the supposedly of Hillsborough, The Sunday Times said, “Despite disaster after indestructible Mike disaster, nothing seems to shake the complacency and incompetence Tyson reeled across of those who run the country’s most popular spectator sport. the open-air ring at Football stadiums, and their administration, remain a disgrace. They the Las Vegas Hilton are filthy, dangerous places that spectators only put up with because from the impact of an of their enthusiasm for what happens on the pitch.” almighty hook. But Frank Bruno: lasted 5 rounds. then reality intruded Lord Justice Taylor was given the task of conducting a wide-ranging on the longest lived dream in sport as, halfway through the fifth inquiry into the events. round. Yet another British challenger faltered and failed.

Bruno had done well to survive the first round as Tyson had battered Campese gifts Lions him to his knees before the sound of the opening bell faded. At least David Campese, the Australian Bruno had the satisfaction of finishing on his feet, and that electrify- wing who had turned try- ing moment when the impossible almost happened was his passport scoring into an art form, to folk hero status. handed Findlay Calder’s British Lions the series on a platter in the deciding Test in Sydney on 95 die at Hillsborough July 15. The ultimate disaster in British sport Campese, the leading try scorer Mike Teague of the British and Irish eventually occurred in Test history, uncharacteristi- Lions competes for a lineout. at Hillsborough on cally lost possession on his own a beautiful spring tryline and gave the tourists a 19-18 win in the dying minutes. Saturday. It was April 15, FA Cup semi- The Lions lost the first Test 30-12 but came back to win a bitter final day, v second Test in Brisbane 19-12 that soured the remainder of the tour. Nottingham Forest. However, the Lions were not complaining. They went home having Although the disasters won 11 of their 12 matches. at Ibrox in 1971 and at Bradford and Heysel Fans attempt to escape. in 1985 should have Also this year... shocked football into taking responsibility and new initiatives for Football -Relegated West Ham broke with tradition on June 5 and crowd safety and security, they hadn’t. sacked John Lyall. Lyall, who had been their manager for 15 years, was only the fifth person to have held the post. So, between 2.30 and 3.06pm more than 1,000 policemen, the administrators of the FA and of Sheffield Wednesday watched as 95 Cycling - Sean Kelly of Ireland won the inaugural World Cup, judged supporters, including women and children, needlessly died. Some on places in the six classic races during the year. 53,000 people had come to watch a football match, but instead of Golf - Britain beat the United States in the Walker Cup for the first arriving at a place of entertainment and drama they streamed into a time since 1971. death-trap. Motorcycling - Eddie Lawson retained the world 500cc title on a Honda. It was his fourth win in six years. Hillsborough, like most major stadiums, was now a place that Tennis - Boris Becker beat Ivan Lendl in the US Open final. imprisoned the paying spectators by fencing them in. Stewards and

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