Niall Brady

In 2021, as the Covid-19 pandemic abated, global inflation rates began to rise. A year later, they peaked at 8.7% (IMF, 2023), with higher rates observed in the US, UK and Eurozone (Galeone and Gros, 2023). The inflation crisis, as it was dubbed, divided mainstream economic opinion regarding the key macroeconomic drivers and correct policy responses to stabilise price levels.

Galway became a meeting point of story, technology and regional ambition as the N-LITE Final Symposium drew international partners to the Mick Lally Theatre for a day-long exploration of how places can be experienced, and reimagined, through narrative.

Register Here The Western Development Commission (WDC) today announced a free public event in Galway on Wednesday 25 March 2026 at the Mick Lally Theatre, bringing together Irish and international partners to share new ideas on literary tourism, digital storytelling and immersive visitor experiences. Registration is now open.