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It has come to our attention that certain Event Organisers (EOGs) have issued public statements regarding the withdrawal of events in the diary for the upcoming season. Until now, we had refrained from advertising this matter with our members, as negotiations with those EOGs remain ongoing. However, due to the
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Eventing Ireland Event Organisers Statement. Jan27th, 2025.
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Press Statement from the Eventing Ireland Board in response to the Event Organisers statement this morning.
It has come to our attention that certain Event Organisers (EOGs) have issued public statements regarding the withdrawal of events


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(As posted today across various pages and profile on Facebook). As event organisers, we recognise and appreciate the commitment of


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