Joe McHugh (Donegal, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I might take the questions on Foras na Gaeilge and the Minister might discuss the blueways. In his original question, the Chairman referred to the structure of the North-South institutions. It is very important, especially as we head towards the 20th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, to note the onus on us to protect any structures under it as best we can. That said and while it is a disadvantage that we cannot meet with our colleagues on a formal basis, there is engagement between the finance Departments North and South. It is very important to hold onto whatever structures are in place, especially as people are reflecting and until such time as we can sit down formally to discuss these things.