Tag Archives: Co-operation Ireland

Dr. Christopher Moran: Improved well-being of the Northern Irish people still a common goal of party leaders

(L-R) Dr. Christopher Moran, Former Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness, Her Majesty The Queen, His Excellency The President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins shake hands upon Irish State Visit, joined by His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh; Mrs. Sabina Higgins; and Secretary of State for Norther Ireland Theresa Villiers

This week marked the anniversary of the second IRA ceasefire in 1997, and it’s worth recalling for two reasons. The first is self-evident – there was a previous ceasefire which broke down with tragic results for … Continue reading

Dr. Christopher Moran awarded Freedom of The City of London

Dr. Christopher Moran made Freeman of the City of London, with Lord Mayor Sir David Hugh Wooton, Alderman Vincent Thomas Keaveny and representatives of the City of London (The Guildhall, London)

Dr. Christopher Moran was awarded the Freedom of the City of London by London’s Lord Mayor, Sheriffs, and Aldermen in London’s Guildhall for his contributions to society as An Entrepreneur and Citizen of London. Dr. Moran was joined by his two sons. Continue reading

Dr. Christopher Moran mourns friend, Martin McGuinness

Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman of Co-operation Ireland with Deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland Martin McGuinness

Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman of Co-operation Ireland mourns his friend and champion of peace, Deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland, Martin McGuinness. Co-operation Ireland hosted many of the peace building initiatives in which Mr. McGuinness participated, most notably the historic handshake with Her Majesty The Queen at the Lyric Theatre. Continue reading

Dr. Christopher Moran delivers keynote address on faith and conflict at Catholic St. Mary’s University

(L-R) Prof. Francis Campbell, Vice-Chancellor, St. Mary's University; Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman, Co-operation Ireland; and H E Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Archbishop of Westminster

Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman of Co-operation Ireland, delivers keynote address on faith and conflict at Catholic St. Mary’s University. Joined by Vice Chancellor Frances Campbell and His Eminence Cardinal Vincent Nichols Continue reading

Dr. Christopher Moran addresses 2016 Co-operation Ireland’s Chairman Dinner

Dr. Christopher Moran Chairman Co-operation Ireland Dinner

“Dan Mulhall, Nigel Dodds, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen; I would like to extend a warm welcome to our Annual Chairman’s dinner. This evening is my opportunity to reflect on what has been an amazing year and to thank all of you who have financially supported the work of Co-operation Ireland and without whom so much of the progress made could not be achieved.” Continue reading

Dr. Christopher Moran congratulates 2016 Pride of Place Awards

(L-R) Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman of Co-operation Ireland, Tom Dowling, Chairman of the Pride of Place Committee, Damien English TD, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Renewal, Claire McCollum, Presenter, Lord Mayor of Belfast Brian Kingston, and George Jones IPB Chairman

Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman of Co-operation Ireland, welcomed awardees to Belfast’s magnificent Waterfront Hall for the 2016 Pride of Place Awards. “The IPB ‘Pride of Place Awards’ embodies the ethos of Co-operation Ireland.  We believe passionately that by working together, ordinary people can make a positive change to their community.” Continue reading

Dr. Christopher Moran delivers speech at Ulster University’s Chancellor’s Lecture

Dr. Christopher Moran Ulster University Chancellor Lecture

Remarks by Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman, Co-operation Ireland at Ulster University Continue reading

Her Majesty The Queen unveils portrait by Irish artist Colin Davidson at Crosby Moran Hall

Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman of Co-operation Ireland, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and Irish artist Colin Davidson with political leaders, pictured discussing Colin’s portrayal of Her Majesty at Crosby Hall

In 2016, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, accompanied by HRH The Duke of Edinburgh, unveiled a portrait by Irish artist, Colin Davidson at Crosby Moran Hall, the home of Dr. Christopher Moran, the Chairman of Co-operation Ireland. Political leaders across the Island of Ireland gathered, and a letter of good wishes was sent by the Prime Minister. Continue reading

Dublin’s Mace & Coach secured for historic 800th Anniversary Lord Mayor’s Parade

For the 800th anniversary of the Lord Mayor’s parade in the City of London, Ireland was represented in the parade for the first time by inclusion of the Mace from the 1765 Irish House of Commons and the Lord Mayor of Dublin’s ceremonial coach. Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman of Co-operation Ireland, who played a significant role in securing the inclusion of the Mace and Coach in the parade, hosted a reception for Tourism Ireland at his home, Crosby Moran Hall, in London. Continue reading

Co-operation Ireland Chairman Dr. Christopher Moran addresses DUP Business Breakfast

Co-operation Ireland Logo, the peace building charity led by Chairman, Dr. Christopher Moran and CEO Peter Sheridan

Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman of Co-operation Ireland gave an address at the DUP Business Breakfast in East Belfast earlier this month. The breakfast was well attended by members across Northern Ireland’s business community. Continue reading

“Peace-building is a journey, not a destination”

Co-operation Ireland Logo, the peace building charity led by Chairman, Dr. Christopher Moran and CEO Peter Sheridan

Co-operation Ireland held its 27th Annual Gala Dinner in London this month.  This year’s keynote address was given by Rt. Hon. Theresa Villiers MP, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland.    Mr. Christopher Moran, Co-operation Ireland’s Chairman, shared … Continue reading

Dr. Christopher Moran receives honorary Doctorate of Laws

Dr. Christopher Moran receives honorary Doctorate of Laws from the University of Ulster for his commitment to society

Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman of Co-operation Ireland thanked the University for bestowing the honour upon him and, in his remarks to the assembled academics and graduates, he acknowledged the potential that Northern Ireland has: “For those of you who stay in Northern Ireland – or indeed for those who leave and come back – you have an opportunity to build a very special place for your families and future generations. We need to build a shared society where everyone can view Northern Ireland as home; where everyone feels their traditions and aspirations are respected.” Continue reading