Peter Fitzpatrick (Louth, Independent) | Oireachtas source

The presentation was excellent and was a good education for me. Looking through the submissions, there seems to be an awful lot of money involved. I see these levies have already been implemented in countries like France, Germany, Spain, Croatia, Romania and Bulgaria. Will the witnesses explain the difference between the levies in those countries and the levies the witnesses are talking about being introduced here? With regard to the joint creative audiovisual group, I see the witnesses are looking for speedy introduction of the levies. I welcome this because the more we can get Irish television and film producers and creators involved, the better, given the number of jobs involved. Will the witnesses provide information on the way they calculate the proposed levies and funding? Where do they get their figures and percentages? Will they explain exactly what they mean by that?

The witnesses also mentioned tourism opportunities. This is creating more jobs and I am sure it is about more than just a cup of tea. I and my family are big fans of “Normal People”, and when we watch it, we always talk about Sligo and Trinity College. Will the witnesses elaborate on the opportunities for tourism?

How would Screen Producers Ireland like to see the funding structure operate? There are two different types of levy here at the moment. I would like to know what kind of evidence and information they can give me. Where did Screen Producers Ireland get the percentages? People want to know. The submissions refer to millions of euro. It is important we follow suit with other European countries, and it is very important the money is well spent. I am a big fan of Irish productions and of keeping it local. Those are my questions.