Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Wednesday, 17 November 2021

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media

A Safe and Respectful Working Environment in the Arts: Discussion

Photo of Malcolm ByrneMalcolm Byrne (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the witnesses for their testimony. A number of questions have been asked. At the end of this, what is important is that the stories are told and are out there, that there is a cultural change and that in the future those who engage in traditional music feel that people can perform in a safe environment. I have a question for all or any of the witnesses. What can we do, and indeed what can all of the organisations do, beyond this process to rebuild trust? We have heard quite a bit about the process. The aim of everyone here is to ensure music is played and young people are attracted into traditional music. How can we ensure we rebuild trust in Comhaltas? Going beyond the processes that have been outlined, how can we ensure this never happens again and people feel the environment is safe?

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