Arthur's Day Culture Slammed
Acts taking part in Arthur's Day are being encouraged to donate their fee to charities working with young people suffering from alcohol related harm. Emeli Sande, The Script and Kodaline are among those who'll be playing in secret venues in Cork and around the country on Thursday night. Youth website SpunOut.ie claims the event is an alcohol marketing campaign by Diageo which is targetting those under the age of 30. Audio: Speaking to Cork's RedFM spokesperson Ian Power says the message needs to change. Click the PLAY button above to listen.
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