Tag Archives: Northern Ireland

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

Christopher Moran hails $1 Million donation from Worldwide Ireland Funds (WIF)

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

The Worldwide Ireland Funds (WIF) recently announced they will be pledging a $1 million donation to Co-operation Ireland. Dr. Christopher Moran, businessman and Chairman of Co-operation Ireland hailed the news. Continue reading

‘Another seminal moment in Anglo-Irish history as Anglo-Irish relations are transformed’

(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

Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman of Co-operation Ireland reflects that “the phenomenal success of last week’s historic state visit to the UK by Irish President Michael D. Higgins has provided the most opportune platform to date from which to shift attention towards our shared present and the potential of our shared future.” Continue reading

State Visit of the President of Ireland marked by dinner at Crosby Moran Hall

Dr Christopher Moran Cooperation Ireland Martin McGuinness Irish State Visit to UK President of Ireland Higgins Crosby Hall b

The State Visit of President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins to the United Kingdom in April 2014 was another historic occasion in the journey toward peace across the Island of Ireland. Following the celebrations, peace makers and representatives from across the Island of Ireland and Great Britain gathered at Crosby Moran Hall for a late evening dinner and fellowship hosted by Dr. Christopher Moran, Chairman of Co-operation Ireland. Continue reading

Christopher Moran to Receive Honorary Degree for Northern Ireland peace work and contribution to society

Dr Christopher Moran Honorary President of Cooperation Ireland Crosby Hall Profile Picture

London based financier and philanthropist honoured in Northern Ireland for peace work. The University of Ulster has announced that Co-operation Ireland Chairman Christopher Moran is one of 13 inspirational personalities to be honoured for their achievements … Continue reading

Northern Ireland Culture Committee in harmony with London Symphony Orchestra for performing arts

Christopher Moran Advisory Board London Symphony Orchestra

Members of the Northern Ireland Culture, Arts and Leisure Committee attended this week’s performance of the London Symphony Orchestra at the Barbican in London. Committee members are on a study visit to the capital city to develop … Continue reading

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland praises the work of Christopher Moran

Theresa Villiers Co-operation Ireland Gala Dinner Northern Ireland Secretary of State

Official GOV.UK posting 7 November 2013:

https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/theresa-villiers-addresses-co-operation-irelands-gala-dinner Continue reading

Reflections on what the future may hold for Northern Ireland

Press Association Picture of Peter Robinson and Martin McGuinness.

Christopher Moran has written an article for TotalPolitics.com, ‘Reflections on a ‘hot’ summer in Belfast’, on the future for Northern Ireland after a summer of unrest.  Continue reading

Christopher Moran – ‘Invest in peace, or we will pay for conflict’

Christopher Moran Cooperation Ireland Chairman

“Investing in peace is less expensive than paying for conflict” was the stark message delivered to MPs and Peers attending a high-level briefing at Westminster. The event was also attended by former An Taoiseach, John Bruton. … Continue reading

‘Let the first generation of peace escape traps of divided past’ – Belfast Telegraph

Co-operation Ireland Amazing the Space

Christopher Moran, writing in the Belfast Telegraph, said that “programmes under Co-operation Ireland’s control are designed to help people understand that they have a choice between the constructive and the destructive. We are embedded at the heart of communities who feel marginalised or left behind right across Northern Ireland, and we are making a difference.” Continue reading