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Are we missing out on big acts like Beyoncé because of insurance?

Insurance costs could be one of the reasons why Ireland isn’t hosting Beyonce this week. She’s gigging in the UK as part of her world tour, but won’t be coming here. Various arts and sporting festivals around the country have been cancelled for the same reason. Insurance reform campaigners say it is damaging the very fabric of society. So how bad is it really? Lucy Medleycott From Irish Street Arts, Circus And Spectacle Network joined Kieran Cuddihy on the show.

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15.35 29 May 2023


Are we missing out on big acts like Beyoncé because of insurance?


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15.35 29 May 2023


Insurance costs could be one of the reasons why Ireland isn’t hosting Beyonce this week. She’s gigging in the UK as part of her world tour, but won’t be coming here.

Various arts and sporting festivals around the country have been cancelled for the same reason.

Insurance reform campaigners say it is damaging the very fabric of society. So how bad is it really?

Lucy Medleycott From Irish Street Arts, Circus And Spectacle Network joined Kieran Cuddihy on the show.


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