Frank Feighan (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

That is interesting. I am sure the witnesses will agree that one of the most positive aspects of theatre recently was the Fleadh Cheoil in Derry, which brought the two communities together. This template, which could be used across Ireland, has not been highlighted sufficiently. Members of the joint committee met representatives of the various groups and traditions involved in the Fleadh Cheoil. It was extremely powerful and this positive message needs to get out. The Smashing Times theatre company is doing something similar on a smaller but wider scale. What obstacles does theatre face in the area of cross-Border accreditation? Is a cross-Border group needed to accredit the work done by theatre companies? What issues arise in this regard?