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Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Committee Stage (Resumed) (2 Mar 2017)

Heather Humphreys: ...come back to me if I have missed anything - numerous points have been raised. Reference was made to amendment No. 1f. I realise that people are keen for a provision relating to the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs to be included. I will read out a prepared note. Waterways Ireland shall consult with the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural...

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Committee Stage (Resumed) (2 Mar 2017)

Heather Humphreys: ...amendments to sections 7(2)(b), 7(2)(c), 7(2)(d) and 7(2)(e) to extend the period of consultation for the making of by-laws to 90 days and to section 7(2)(e) to update the title of the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht to the current title of Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs. I also intend to insert a new section regarding communication with...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Cultural Policy (2 Mar 2017)

Heather Humphreys: ...of the Creative Ireland Programme which includes an ambitious plan to deliver 10 major initiatives by the end of this year, further details of which are available on . Budget 2017 also includes: - an additional €5m for the Arts Council - an additional €2m for the Irish Film Board - increased funding for all of the National Cultural Institutions; - an increase of...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Arts Funding (2 Mar 2017)

Heather Humphreys: The Arts and Culture Capital Scheme was considerably over-subscribed. The Department received 106 applications in total under Stream 1 and 2 seeking total funding of over €20m with eligible requests for funding totalling over €14.6m. A total of 56 projects were selected for funding of €9m based on the detailed selection criteria and eligibility requirements which...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs: National Archives (Amendment) Bill 2017: Discussion (1 Mar 2017)

Heather Humphreys: ...in regard to those records relating to Northern Ireland and Anglo-Irish issues. The proposed legislation will allow for the early release of records if the relevant Minister and the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs are satisfied that it is warranted by virtue of the historical or public interest value of the records or to facilitate fair reporting of...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs: Sustaining Viable Rural Communities: Discussion (Resumed) (1 Mar 2017)

Heather Humphreys: ...of Dublin. We are working with a number of agencies to build on this and realise the full potential of rural tourism. When we talk about vibrant rural communities, I am always struck by the important role which the arts and culture play in bringing people together at a local level and contributing to people’s quality of life. It is important that cultural participation is...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs: Sustaining Viable Rural Communities: Discussion (Resumed) (1 Mar 2017)

Heather Humphreys: ...to the €7 million of the rural recreation programme coming from my Department. There is €40 million allocated for the Leader projects this year and I recently announced €9 million for the arts and culture capital scheme, which will support arts centres right across the country. There is much happening and the Action Plan for Rural Development is proof of a...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Foreshore Licence Applications (1 Mar 2017)

Heather Humphreys: ...Minister to exercise his functions in compliance with the requirements of the Habitats Directive, the Birds Directive and the 2011 Regulations. The regulations make it clear that the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht affairs shall not undertake the responsibilities of other public authorities, including Ministers, in this regard. My Department through its National...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Foreshore Licence Applications (28 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: ...Minister to exercise his functions in compliance with the requirements of the Habitats Directive, the Birds Directive and the 2011 Regulations. The regulations make it clear that the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht affairs shall not undertake the responsibilities of other public authorities, including Ministers, in this regard. My Department through its National...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Arts Centres (28 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: The Arts and Culture Capital Scheme was specifically targeted at supporting our regional arts centres with applications invited from arts and cultural centres across the country. In total, 106 applications were received by the Department. The detailed selection criteria and eligibility requirements were published in the Guidelines of the Scheme. There was a two stage assessment process....

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Architectural Heritage (28 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: My role, as Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, with regard to the protection and management of our architectural heritage, is set out in the provisions of relevant legislation, as are the role of local authorities and the responsibilities of owners as regards heritage assets. There are a number of ways in which my Department and other bodies act in respect...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Arts in Education Charter (28 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: I propose to take Questions Nos. 496 and 497 together. The Programme for a Partnership Government commits to the continued implementation of the Arts in Education Charter and my Department is working closely with the Department of Education and Skills and the Arts Council to deliver the objectives of the Charter. The work of the two Departments and the Arts Council in implementing...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Arts Funding (28 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: I recently announced details of more than €9 million in capital funding for arts and culture centres across the country. This capital scheme is the most significant investment in arts and cultural centres in a decade and will target investment at a range of different facilities, including arts centres, theatres, galleries and museums, as well as artists’ studios and creative...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Cultural Policy (23 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: My Department and the bodies under its aegis operate a wide range of funding schemes in the areas of arts, culture and heritage. Details of these schemes are made available on my Department's website and the individual website of the bodies concerned. For the Deputy's convenience a summary of the various funding areas and the links to detailed information in respect of funding is set out in...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Brexit Issues (23 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: ...provided an opportunity for me and my officials to hear directly from stakeholders in sectors served by my Department regarding the impact Brexit may have on these sectors, including in relation to arts, culture and the creative industries. The Government’s preparations for Brexit, which are based on consultation, analysis and prioritisation, will incorporate the input from...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: EU Programmes (23 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: The Creative Europe programme has two funding sub-programmes: the Culture sub-programme operated through the Arts Council, and the Media sub-programme operated through the Irish Film Board. Demand, particularly in the Culture sub-programme far outstrips the budget available. The overall success rate for applications from all countries is about 15%.  Ireland’s own success rate is...

National Famine Commemoration Day Bill 2017: Referral to Select Committee [Private Members] (21 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: I move:That the Bill be referred to the Select Committee on Arts Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs pursuant to Standing Orders 84A(3)(a) and 141.

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Arts Centres (21 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: I recently announced details of more than €9 million in capital funding for arts and culture centres across the country. This capital scheme is the most significant investment in arts and cultural centres in a decade and will target investment at a range of different facilities, including arts centres, theatres, galleries and museums, as well as artists’ studios and creative...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Cultural Policy (21 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: ...in Culture 2025/Éire Ildánach, the draft cultural policy which I published in July 2016. The Creative Ireland Programme will embrace the whole cultural sector, bringing together all those involved in the arts, film, broadcasting, visual arts, cultural heritage, the Irish language and Gaeltacht, with Government Departments and State agencies. The objects for the Creative...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Arts Centres (21 Feb 2017)

Heather Humphreys: I recently announced details of more than €9 million in capital funding for existing dedicated arts and culture centres across the country. This capital scheme is the most significant investment in arts and cultural centres in a decade and will target investment at a range of different facilities, including arts centres, theatres, galleries and museums, as well as artists’...