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17/03/2011

St Patrick's Day marks the start of the Irish tourist season - how much can it do to help kick start the economy? And would you give your fingerprints for a session on the sunbed?

St Patrick's Day traditionally marks the start of the tourist season for Ireland. In the current harsh economic environment, tourism is more important for the country than ever. But just how much can it do to help the economy?

Fingerprinting is set to replace the more traditional membership card but would you give your fingerprints for a session on the sunbed?

Going to the theatre can be an expensive experience - especially if you live far away from a city with a theatre. But there are a number of companies around the country trying to bring affordable theatre to village and community halls across the UK.

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Thu 17 Mar 2011 12:00
大象传媒 Radio 4 FM

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  • Irish Economy & Tourism

    St Patrick's Day traditionally marks the start of the tourist season for Ireland and in the current harsh economic environment, tourism is more important for the country than ever.

    Duration: 06:18

  • Fingerprinting

    Fingerprinting is set to replace the more traditional membership card but would you give your fingerprints for a session on the sunbed?

    Duration: 05:43

  • Stafford Hospital

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    Duration: 07:26

  • Poor Theatre

    Theatre can be expensive if you live far from a city. A number of companies across the country aim to bring affordable theatre to village and community halls across the UK.

    Duration: 07:35

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  • Thu 17 Mar 2011 12:00
    大象传媒 Radio 4 FM

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