Jimmy Deenihan (Kerry North-West Limerick, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Most of the problem is with other Departments and these problems did not arise just yesterday. It is important all Departments are mindful of their responsibility towards the Irish language and they provide bilingual services as required. I saw the report of the Coimisinéir Teanga. The Minister of State, Deputy McGinley, is aware of these issues. For the past 30 years, more than any other Member, Deputy McGinley has been one of the strongest proponents of the Irish language. Since he became Minister with responsibility for the Gaeltacht, there was never more Irish spoken in the House. We are mindful of this report and we will be addressing the various issues raised. A special committee on the Irish language, chaired by the Taoiseach, is in place and the report will be discussed at its next meeting.

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