Author and broadcaster Joseph O’Connor is to receive the 2012 Irish PEN Award for outstanding contribution to Irish Literature. The award will be presented at a dinner on Friday, 10 February, 2012, at the Royal St George Yacht Club, Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Booking in advance is essential, and patrons are advised to book early to avoid disappointment. Dinner tickets cost €60 and can be purchased online here: www.irishpendinner.eventbrite.com