NEWS: QUB Fianna Fáil call on Taoiseach to resign
QUB Fianna Fáil this evening called unanimously on Taoiseach and Fianna Fáil party leader, Brian Cowen to resign. The announcement comes just days after the Fianna Fáil-Green Party coalition government’s formal decision to apply for a multi-billion Euro rescue package from the European Union. BY CONNOR DALY
November 22nd, 2010 | Comments (10)
LETTER: Poppies are political
This week The Gown published two letters defending the poppy from accusations of politicisation. While well meaning, the issue of supporting members of the armed forces once they leave is an important one, they are incorrect: the poppy is a politicised symbol. This is certainly the case in Northern Ireland, where wearing a poppy immediately associates the wearer with one community.
November 18th, 2010 | Comments (14)
Letter: In response to Anonymous
I am writing to you to comment on a letter that you published in the previous Gown issue from Anonymous. Firstly I think any letters from people who feel strongly enough to post them should contain their names, after all, if they’re really interested in an inclusive society then they should be willing to debate their point, and not post letters that contain offensive opinions from behind a veil of anonymity.
November 16th, 2010 | Comments (2)
NEWS: SU executive to discuss option of sit-in
Queen’s SU representatives will meet on Wednesday to discuss the option of a sit-in for Wednesday 24 November. What would be a “tokenistic gesture”, VP Campaigns and Communications, Fiona Kidd, said a potential sit-in would take place in conjunction with similar sit-ins planned throughout the UK in opposition to an increase in tuition fees. BY CONNOR DALY
November 15th, 2010 | Comments (7)
COMPETITION: Win 2 tickets to see Belle & Sebastian at the Ulster Hall
The Gown has two tickets to give away for the Belle & Sebastian concert in the Ulster Hall on Wednesday 1 December. To enter, email arts@thegown.org.uk with your name, contact details and the correct answer to the question below. The closing date is Sunday 28 November. The winner’s name will be pulled out of a hat and will be informed by Monday 29 November. Q: What is the name of Belle & Sebastian’s cult first album?
November 15th, 2010 | No Comments
OPINION: We are the jilted generation
Ever felt like you’ve received a raw deal? Apparently an entire generation of us does. If you are under 30 years of age you are classed as a member of the ‘jilted generation’. We are the offspring of Thatcher’s baby boomers, and my, aren’t we in bother. BY SARAH MULVENNA
November 15th, 2010 | Comment (1)
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