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June/July 2013 www.esb.ie/em
BERNIE HEALY
Editor's desk
Hello and Welcome to the latest issue of EM.
One of the most wonderful documentaries I have seen was a preview of a new major TV series, The Secret Life of the Shannon. From the first seconds of the opening scene this was gripping footage and is up there with some of the great wildlife documentaries filmed in Africa and other continents. The photography is absolutely superb and it is hard to believe that the sunrises and sunsets were actually filmed in Ireland. That said, it took over two years to film due to the bad summers we have experienced over the past couple of years.
Technology has improved to such a huge extent that we can now capture remarkable underwater footage slowed down by 40 times. Crossing the Line, a small Wicklowbased company, has filmed all over the world and this two-part series for RTÉ will leave viewers spellbound and have you looking at the Shannon in a totally new light. Congratulations to Producer John Murray and his team on an excellent piece of work. We carry a feature in this issue on the making of the documentary.
Congratulations also to the organisers of the annual Sligo Walk, which this year celebrated its 50th anniversary. The event, which draws staff, both current and retired, from all parts of the country is memorable, not just for the walk, but for the marvellous weekend it turns out to be, year on year. In this issue we bring you memorable images from the event.
Kind regards,
EM welcomes news, views, articles, letters, photos and feedback on any topic. All submitted articles should preferably be e-mailed.
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Deadlines: The deadline for articles, photos, etc. for the next issue is July12th. We are always delighted to receive items for publication.
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Draw results
SPORTSCO DRAW
April 2013 draw
€3,000 Michael Kelly, retired
€1,500 Gertrude Gilbert, retired
€500 Maria Bennett-Molloy, G&WM
€200 James Meyler, retired
€200 Geraldine McNamara, VS
€200 Desmond Hickey, Head Office
€200 Philomena Harrington, retired
€200 Frank Patrick O’Neill, Athlone
May 2013 draw
€3,000 John Fogarty, retired
€1,500 Breda Keane, retired
€500 David McMorrow, ESB Trading
€200 John Fitzgibbon, Portlaoise
€200 James Murphy, retired
€200 Bernard Glover, retired
€200 Violet Browne, retired
€200 JamesWalsh, retired
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DRAW RESULTS DUBLIN REGION BRANCH RETIRED
January 2013: €100 Carmel O’Riordan; €50 Chris Furlong; €50 Peter Tuite; €50 Joseph Carroll; €50 David Tobin
February 2013: €100 Timothy Ormond; €50 Gerard McCann; €50 Kevin J. O’Brien; €50 William Curry; €50 Bernard Fallon
March 2013: €100 Joseph Halpin; €50 Edward R. Thorn; €50 Pat J. Crinnion; €50 James Daly; €5o Thaddeus Flynn
April 2013: €100 Cornelius Roche; €50 Bernard Green; €50 Sheila B. Hamilton; €50 Tom Ryan; €50 Olive Rooney
May 2013: €100 Catherine Fulham; €50 Josephine Murphy; €50 John J Carty; €50 Martin Hanley; €50 Patrick D Fleming.
2013 Educational Bursary For Children (of staff) who have a qualifying disability
THE PURPOSE of this initiative is to help children who have a qualifying disability and due to CAO/HETAC points or grade requirements do not meet the eligibility requirements of the separate ESB Education Awards Scheme. Children must be aged 16 and above and have an enduring physical, sensory, mental health or intellectual disability, are not in employment, are primarily dependent on their parents/ guardians for support, and who are attending an educational institute or pursuing some form of further education.
It is open to children of regular full-time staff, regular part-time staff currently employed in ESB/ESBI (including those on secondment), staff in receipt of ongoing VSS payments, retired and deceased staff. Children who are eligible to apply for the separate ESB Education Awards Scheme are not eligible to apply for the ESB Education Bursary.
Application Forms can be downloaded from http://esbnet/sharedservices/careers_benefits/education_support/education_bursary.shtm or from Employee Engagement, Communication & Diversity Office, or by calling Niall O'Hanlon. Tel: 01 702 7870 or 087 235 3628.
2013 St. Patrick's Credit Union - Alan Gallagher Third-Level Educational Award
THE ALAN GALLAGHER Third-Level Educational Award is now in its eight year and its purpose is to improve the social and economic wellbeing of members and recognise the value of their contribution to the community, in this case ESB. The award is not about charity or welfare but about enhancing members’ lives and providing opportunities. One Education Award per annum will be offered to students commencing their third level studies in the next academic year. Selection will be on the basis of an open draw. The value of the Education Award is €3,000 per annum for a maximum period of four years. This is subject to satisfactory performance including passing the prescribed exams.
Entry Requirements
• This award is available for the dependent children of St Patrick's Credit Union (ESB Staff) Ltd members.
• Applicants must have completed the Leaving Certificate Examination or equivalent in 2013.
• The scheme is for students commencing their full-time, third- level education (to degree or diploma level) at any approved University or third level educational institution within the EU in the 2013/14 college year.
• A family may be in receipt of only one Education Award at any one time.
• An individual student may be entered for the draw on one occasion only.
• Unforeseen circumstances concerning eligibility will be reviewed if they arise during the tenure of an award. Your application for the ESB
Third Level Education Award will automatically include you in the Credit Union Draw.
Please see our website www.stpatrickscu.ie regarding eligible courses and how to apply or contact Simon on 01 632 5100.
2013 ESB Third Level Education Awards for Children of Staff
ESB IS OFFERING THREE third-level education awards to children of staff who are commencing full-time undergraduate degree and diploma-level studies in the 2013/2014 college year, at an approved university or higher education institute within the EU.
Selection is by an open draw, which takes place on Friday November 8th, 2013. Open to dependent children of regular full-time, part-time staff currently employed in ESB and ESB Innovation (including those on secondment), those receiving ongoing VSS payments and to children of retired and deceased staff. Each award is valued at €2,000 (subject to PAYE/ PRSI) per year for a maximum of four years and is subject to satisfactory college performance and passing of the course examinations. One entry per student only and a family may be in receipt of only one ESB Education Award at any time.
Applicants must have completed the Leaving Cert. or equivalent in 2013. If successful, proof of Leaving Certificate or equivalent in 2013 required.
Eligible Courses
For the purposes of recognition, degrees and diplomas should be accredited by a recognised university, the HETAC (formally NCEA) or equivalent accrediting institution.
*Full-time undergraduate ordinary degree studies (Level 7 NFQ or honours degree studies Level 8 NFQ) - NFQ (national framework qualifications);
*Full-time Diploma/Higher Diploma studies (Level 7, 8 NFQ) NFQ (national framework qualifications);
This award does not cover part-time, post-graduate studies or certificate courses.
It is preferable for application to be made online using the attached link http://esbmoss/sc/bsc/tlea/Lists/Awards2013/NewForm2.aspx on the Intranet site/ESBnet News/Staff Notice board. Application Forms can also be downloaded from the ESBNet or directly from Carmel Hosey at 057-9319915/extension 71415 or mobile 087-7424751. Completed forms should be sent before Friday October 11th 2013 to Carmel Hosey, ESB, Human Resources, Kilcruttin Business Park, Tullamore, Co. Offaly.
The draw for all three will take place on Friday November 8th 2013 in ESB Head Office, 27 Lower Fitz william Street, Dublin 2.
by Eddie Nally
