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Another virtual quiz? You betcha! Everyone is cordially invited to join the Gaelic Games Europe pub quiz championships!🎉

The first round is on Thursday 30th April, with the second on Thursday 7th May and finally, the third on Thursday 14th May.

Free entry, and teams of 4! If you want in then register by 10 p.m. on Wednesday here 👉 forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hrxFrNSvpUKfwz6H4bd_zsj9XReDI_hDoWmjiXS_t41URVhBWFMxV...

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🚨Message from Ambassador Kelly to the Irish Community in the Netherlands, Thursday 16 April 2020🚨

A Chairde,

I hope that you all are keeping safe and well and are looking after yourselves and each other in these uncertain times. Last week, on Easter Saturday, we were proud to join Irish Embassies and Consulates around to world in lighting candles of hope for frontline workers and those affected by COVID-19 everywhere. I would like to express my thanks for all those of you that participated in the #ShineYourLight initiative and shared your photos of lights shining across the Netherlands with us. I saw it as a tangible illustration of the fact that we are not alone at this difficult time.

Here in Scheveningen, in addition to finding new innovative ways to engage with our host government and the international organizations based in The Hague, the Embassy team continues to focus on providing consular advice and assistance to Irish citizens in the Netherlands. Flight options between the Netherlands and Ireland remain limited and subject to change, therefore, I repeat my previous message that those who wish to return in the coming weeks should make plans to do so now and regularly check flight details with your airline.

You have probably heard that in Ireland, the guidance to stay at home has been extended until Tuesday 5 May. These measures were initially in place until 12 April but they have been extended as they are making a huge difference in reducing the spread of COVID-19. The Irish government continues to emphasize that staying in means staying in control of this outbreak. Stay up to date with the most recent Corona-related developments in Ireland here: www.gov.ie/en/campaigns/c36c85-covid-19-coronavirus/. You will need to find other means to keep up to date with other news from home. I myself am glued to the RTE Radio One app on my phone to hear about efforts to form a new Irish government!

In the Netherlands, Prime Minister Mark Rutte held a press conference last night to provide an update on the state of affairs of the corona crisis. Prime Minister Rutte told us that the road to the new normal 'in a 1.5m society' will need to take into consideration the pressure on the healthcare system and focus on protecting vulnerable people. The Dutch government will make an announcement on Tuesday, 21 April, about what will happen after 28 April and whether the current 'intelligent lockdown' measures will be extended or reduced.

Finally, I would like to share with you an exciting new initiative by Culture Ireland to support Irish artists called #IrelandPerforms. #IrelandPerforms is a short-term fund to support online performances by artists during the COVID-19 pandemic. Every day for the next four weeks, three new performances will be streamed live from the homes of Irish artists as they showcase their work across the globe. Visit the Culture Ireland website or follow #IrelandPerforms on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook for the full programme of events.

As ever I will conclude with a few reminders about how to stay in touch with us in order to receive information on the latest developments on this rapidly evolving situation:

Download the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s (DFAT) Travel Wise App which aims to help Irish citizens to stay safe and informed while abroad: www.dfa.ie/travelwise/.

There is also a dedicated DFAT information line available on +353 (0)1 6131733 which may be contacted by citizens or their families to discuss specific issues pertaining to their situations.

You can also follow DFAT via Twitter on @dfatirl or @dfatravelwise or the Embassy here in The Hague (Twitter @Irelandinnl) – or even my own personal Twitter account (@kevinthehague).

In addition, you can register your contact details on Citizens’ Registration, which allows DFAT to contact you and provide assistance in the event of an unforeseen crisis or family emergency while you are overseas: www.dfa.ie/travel/citizens-registration

If you have any queries, or would like advice on returning home, you can contact the Embassy at thehagueembassy@dfa.ie. If you cannot email, you can leave a voice message - please ring + 31 70 363 0993.

Please share this message with all of your Irish contacts in the Netherlands, wherever they may be.

Kind regards to you all, take care and stay safe.

Kevin Kelly
Ambasadóir na hÉireann / Ambassador of Ireland
Ambasáid na hÉireann chun Ríocht na hÍsiltíre / Embassy of Ireland to the Kingdom of the Netherlands
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2 months ago

We would like to say “see you later” to the gem that is Cáit Lynch. I think I can speak on behalf of all club members, guys and gals, when I say that Cáit is a special one. An infectious attitude, always looking at life with the glass half full.
Cáit has returned to Ireland during these crazy times, so the Emerald Isle has her for now. But we are already looking forward to the moment we can welcome her back for a major SESSION.
Stay safe and healthy Cáit, we look forward to seeing you very soon.
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