Éamon Ó Cuív (Galway West, Fianna Fail)

As the Deputy is aware, funding for the publication of a weekly Irish language newspaper is provided by Foras na Gaeilge. I understand from Foras na Gaeilge that a new competition was advertised lately and that several applications were received by the deadline of 4 September 2009. Those applications are being assessed and I am advised that it is proposed to interview applicants on the basis of their written applications. I understand that it should be possible for Foras na Gaeilge to present a recommendation for consideration by its board in November.

Foras na Gaeilge is committed to the provision of a weekly Irish language newspaper and, accordingly, I understand that a decision will be made in the matter as soon as possible.

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