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40| workingEDGE January 2016 Samuel Beckett Bridge in Dublin at night Geography The population of the island is approx. 6 million with over 4.3 million living in the Republic of Ireland and 1.7 million in Northern Ireland. The island of Ireland is 304 miles long and 172 miles wide. Dublin is the capital of the Republic of Ireland and Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland. Language English is the official language, with Irish (Gaelic) also used in the Republic of Ireland. Access Easy access from the UK with over 100 flights daily from 29 British Airports. Time Zone Ireland is on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), the same as the UK. Visas Whilst UK citizens do not require a passport or visa to enter Ireland, most carriers by air or sea require some form of photographic identity (ID), usually either a passport or driving licence. Currency In Northern Ireland the currency is sterling. In Republic of Ireland the currency is the Euro. UK delegates can reclaim VAT on accommodation for international meetings (Republic of Ireland only). Key venues Purpose built conference centres include Convention Centre Dublin, Belfast Waterfront Conference Centre, King's Hall Belfast, Citywest Conference Centre West Dublin (IECC) and INEC Conventions Killarney. There are 60,000 hotel rooms. Incentive options Countless social / team building / outdoor activity options with breathtaking scenery and dramatic coastlines as a backdrop including gala dinners in historic Irish castles, world class golf courses, spectacular walks and horse or bike rides , not to forget the traditional Irish music and dancing and of course the unique Irish "Craic!" Competition Time! WIN A LUXURIOUS BREAK IN A DUBLIN LUXURY HOTEL and enjoy a glass of Guinness- check out the great spa and conference facilities To win, simply answer the following question: How many bedrooms will the new Macdonald Manchester Hotel have? To win simply send an email to: competition@workingedge.com First entry drawn out of the hat wins! Closing date for entries January 31st 2016 Judges decision is final. No cash alternative. For further information please visit: www.macdonald-hotels.co.uk/manchester. FACTS