Press Info

Since being founded in 2015, Madlug has gained attention and support from various media outlets and organisations across the UK. Below are some of the articles and features that have highlighted the work and impact of Madlug.
We are always looking for opportunities to spread the word about our mission to ensure no child or young person should carry their life in a bin bag or plastic shopping bag.

If you are a member of the media and would like to talk, please send an email to hello@madlug.com

 

BBC News

Social enterprises: Giving back to the community

Read full article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-44547269

The Guardian

Madlug: ‘I don’t want to be a campaigner or a big stick’

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/theobserver/2016/jul/10/madlug-belfast-bags-new-radicals-children-care

ITV

Simon Community launches 'Welcome Pack' for homeless

Read full article: https://www.itv.com/news/utv/2016-09-21/simon-community-launches-welcome-pack-for-homeless

The Top Christmas Gifts from Independent Brands

https://www.itv.com/thismorning/articles/the-top-christmas-gifts-from-independent-brands

Belfast Telegraph

Northern Ireland man ensures no child carries their life in a bin bag

https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/life/features/northern-ireland-man-ensures-no-child-carries-their-life-in-a-bin-bag/35046470.html

iNews

The luggage brand helping to support children in care, with one bag donated for each one sold

https://inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/money/small-business/luggage-brand-supporting-children-care-1218811

Irish News

Craigavon luggage firm MadLug has bags of potential

Read full article: https://www.irishnews.com/business/2016/08/15/news/craigavon-luggage-firm-madlug-has-bags-of-potential-653356/

BelfastLive

Co Armagh social enterprise teams up with John Lewis to raise awareness of children in care

https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/co-armagh-social-enterprise-teams-25696899

Armarghi

Madlug: The Co Armagh company founded with £500 that has given children their dignity back

https://www.armaghi.com/news/madlug-the-co-armagh-company-founded-with-500-that-has-given-children-their-dignity-back/158847

News Letter

Madlug believes no child should carry their life in a bin bag or in a plastic shopping bag

Read full article: https://www.newsletter.co.uk/business/madlug-believes-no-child-should-carry-their-life-in-a-bin-bag-or-in-a-plastic-bag-3946271

Northern Ireland World

John Lewis Christmas advert 2022 highlights Richhill social enterprise Madlug's worthy work

https://www.northernirelandworld.com/news/people/john-lewis-christmas-advert-2022-highlights-richhill-social-enterprise-madlugs-worthy-work-3946277

Home For Good

The Madlug Story

https://homeforgood.org.uk/the-madlug-story

License Global

Novel Entertainment and ‘Horrid Henry’ Team Up with Madlug

https://www.licenseglobal.com/non-profit/novel-entertainment-and-horrid-henry-team-up-with-madlug