Ms Joanna Murphy:

I thank the Deputy for his question. His understanding is correct. We cannot comment on that particular topic.

For ConnectIreland, today is about a continuation. It is about the positives that have come out of this initiative at a time of deep economic uncertainty in Ireland. We are now facing into uncertainty once more, which is why we have brought with us an example of the type of relations that Ireland needs to use. Having come back from a world painted green last weekend, we all know the latent energy and power that is in our Irish diaspora.

With the indulgence of the committee members, I will introduce Mr. James Moran, who has an interesting story to tell of why Gweedore has a special place in his heart. I will then introduce Mr. Abdul Salam to talk about why he chose Gweedore over Scotland or Wales.