'Cork is a huge part of us': Sanctuary Runners to lead city's St Patrick's Day parade

Sanctuary Runner Esmeraldo Tavares at the launch of the Cork St Patrick’s Festival which is organised by Cork City Council and runs from March 16 to March 19. Picture: Darragh Kane

The award-winning Sanctuary Runners, who use sport to foster integration, have promised to bring “positive vibes and energy” to Cork’s St Patrick’s Day parade, which is shaping up to be the biggest in years.

And London’s calling for a Cork band, and the broadcaster turned filmmaker behind their latest music video, as part of the UK capital’s St Patrick’s Day festivities.