At the August National Council meeting of the Irish Photographic Federation the National Distinctions Secretary, Brian Hopper FIPF, ARPS, AFIAP, resigned from his position and has been replaced in this role by Bob Morrison. Please refer all distinction matters to Bob Morrison of Mullingar Camera Club. Bob can be reached using the ‘Contact Page‘ and choosing ‘Distinctions’ from the menu options on the contact form.
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