The Irish Red Cross is celebrating its golden jubilee. A function hosted by the Minister for Defence is being held in Dublin Castle prior to a banquet tonight in the Royal Hospital, Kilmainham.
Report shows Princess Christina of Sweden, Vice President of the Swedish Red Cross, being welcomed by the Minister for Defence, Michael J. Noonan and Maeve Hillery, the wife of President Patrick Hillery.
Attendees at the function.
Red Cross parcels being sent to Armenia following the recent earthquake there.
Footage of Red Cross volunteers.
Interview with Brigadier General Pat Hogan, Chairman, Irish Red Cross, on funding for the organisation.
The reporter is Alan McCullough.