Micheál Carrigy (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank Ms Andrews and her association for the work they have done in recent months. I am involved in the tourism sector. I do not work in it, but I am chairman of Longford Tourism and am involved in work with Fáilte Ireland, the Hidden Heartlands brand name and efforts to promote Longford as a destination.

I have read the TRT's report. It lists a number of proposals. I have just a couple of short questions. First, is Ms Andrews satisfied with the Government response? Should we now look at extending the stay-and-spend scheme beyond its current finish date of 30 April in order that people might be able to book ahead for next year? Ms Andrews stated that the oversight committee will be an important next step. That should be in place or Ms Andrews's association should be kept in place to oversee that these proposals are brought forward.