02/02/2005

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This Thursday, February 3rd, the O2 Ability Awards will be shown on RTE 1 at 10.45 pm and presented by Pat Kenny and Caroline Casey of The Aisling Foundation. This is the first time in European history that companies have been measured on their performance and commitment to people with disabilities in the business world.

50 Irish companies have been awarded Ability Awards in five different categories. These Awards will offer insight into the companies in Ireland who are recruiting, accommodating, retaining and valuing their employees and customers with disabilities.

Full details about the O2 Ability Awards are available on www.theabilityawards.com

We want to inform as many people as possible of this televised event. Therefore, please feel free to circulate this email to anyone you may feel might have an interest in this programme.

It is envisaged that people will have valuable feedback, constructive criticisms and reactions that should be shared. The information officer on RTE 1 can be reached on 01-208 3111 or viewpoints can be e-mailed to info@rte.ie

If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact The Aisling Foundation on 01-634 0018 or email sarah@theaislingfoundation.orgWe promise you a show with a difference so please tune in.