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

I am very encouraged by the way the Limerick city of culture programme is developing and the positive response nationally and locally to the project. The people of Limerick realise this is a wonderful opportunity for them which they must embrace. The 100 grants to local arts groups are bringing out the best in Limerick. People in places such as Moyross and Southill are coming forward with good content. If the Deputy has not already done so, I suggest he attend some of the events in Limerick. I suggest public representatives go to see how culture is improving morale and pride in the city. Some major events are forthcoming.

In April 2013 the Limerick city of culture committee was told €6 million would be made available and that it should structure a programme around this commitment.

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The commitment could not be given until the budget, which was always made clear, when it could be clarified by the Minister for Finance.

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