Speech by Chairperson Anne Le Marquand Hartigan at AGM Irish PEN 13th May 2010. Good evening everyone, you are all very welcome. We have had a good year in Pen with many enjoyable and unique evenings with contributions from wonderful writers, but first, I must thank those who helped so much to make this possible. [...]

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The AGM of Irish PEN takes place at 7 p.m. on Thursday 13 May at the United Arts Club, after which Hugo Hamilton will be reading from, and talking about, his latest book. We appeal to all members to attend the AGM. Several committee members are leaving the committee and Irish PEN cannot continue to serve [...]

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