The Irish Studies Centre at London Metropolitan University is hosting their annual “Irish in Britain Seminar Series”.The series is is an informal opportunity for any interested in engaging with current issues and research about the Irish in Britain. Tuesday 26 May, Prof Bronwen Walter, Anglia Ruskin University Fictional Irish Presences in English Diaspora Space: a… Continue reading Irish in Britain Seminar: London, May-June 2009
Category: return migration
US news report highlights disillusionment of returned emigrants
The disillusionment of Irish emigrants who moved back home to take part in Ireland’s booming economy has been featured in on the CBS Evening News in the US. The three emigrants profiled include Brendan Landers, who wrote of his disappointment after returning from Canada in the Irish Times last month. He said that his website… Continue reading US news report highlights disillusionment of returned emigrants
“North by North West”: U of Ulster, 3-6 Sept 2009
The Institute of Ulster Scots Studies has issued the following call for papers: North by North West: An International Conference 3rd -6th Sept 2009 Description: We invite proposals for papers exploring themes that will examine the Maritime history of Ulster from 1599-2009 focusing in particular the Port of Derry/Londonderry as a ‘Gateway to the Atlantic’.… Continue reading “North by North West”: U of Ulster, 3-6 Sept 2009
Let diaspora return, says Irish-America
Two pleas from Irish America calling for changes to make it easier for the diaspora to come to Ireland were published in the last week. In the first, Rose Foley of Boston writes in the Irish Times that she has sought for the last eleven years to find a way to work in Ireland –… Continue reading Let diaspora return, says Irish-America
Member’s Query: Exemption from Irish
We’ve had a query from one of our member groups regarding the exemption from the Irish language. This is an issue that may affect those who are returning to Ireland with school-aged children. The Department of Education has a document outlining who may be exempted and the procedure for granting an exemption. The part that… Continue reading Member’s Query: Exemption from Irish
Gay couples want to return: Irish Times
An American researcher has said that recognising same-sex partnerships would allow Ireland to reap economic benefits by increasing the number of well-educated returnees. Currently, Ireland does not recognise gay relationships and its immigration law does not allow for Irish citizens to bring their non-marital partners with them if they move home. Gary Gates, a senior… Continue reading Gay couples want to return: Irish Times