Sandra McLellan (Cork East, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I disagree with the Minister of State. East Cork should have been included in the Wild Atlantic Way. We have a most beautiful coastline and so much to offer in terms of culture and tourism. In times of economic hardship that have affected many small rural businesses it would be a wonderful contribution to have a tourist attraction benefiting as many counties and areas as possible. There is no logical reason we should have a partitionist approach to tourism. Marketing the island of Ireland as a desirable destination makes sense. Has the Minister of State had any communication with government Departments or relevant bodies in the North on expanding the route? Does he agree that it could be cross-Border and incorporate as much of Ireland's beautiful scenery as possible?

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