Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank our guests for attending and for their useful address. In general, what is the extent to which our guests have been satisfied with the workability of section 481? There have been various reports, some of which are hard to quantify and so on and so forth but, in general, have there been complaints? Are there ongoing complaints? Is it possible to identify any such complaints? I am not asking this in a negative way because I am in full agreement with the need to encourage the film industry, and the arts in general, as well as everything else, in a way that is positive, constructive and workable. My first question relates to section 481's intended workability, its progress to date, and whether those involved are satisfied with its progress. In addition, having regard to those involved in the industry, what has the general response been? Are the officials satisfied that any changes required have been made in such a way as to be seen to be responding to any concerns?