The body behind a high profile event aimed at discussing the possibility of a united Ireland called "Together We Can" has been accused of trying to pull a "fast one" for free advertising.
Ireland's Future sought to avail of a Dublin City Council scheme that allows non-commercial political events to put up posters on lampposts and walls owned by the local authority free of charge. The scheme is typically used by small local groups advertising meetings on local issues.
After the enquiries about using the scheme were made with the Environment Committee, Dublin City Council Officials were asked whether the Ireland's Future event which is set to be held on Saturday in the 3Area. Tickets to the event cost €7 which will feature high profile figures Sinn Fein President Mary Lou McDonald, Fianna Fail TD Jim O'Callaghan, actors Colm Meany and Jimmy Nesbitt as well as artist Denise Chaila.
