David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister for her reply. Regarding the Arts and Cultural Capital Enhancement Support Scheme, ACCESS, has she any plans to launch an ACCESS III?

Her Department's statement of strategy notes the need to seek business sponsorship for culture, arts, film and so on. What has been done in this regard and what plans has she? The statement also refers to appropriate grant schemes being made available. Will the Minister provide the House with information on what grant schemes are available for small local drama and culture groups as opposed to national groups, as the former are suffering through a lack of funding?

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