Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I accept that there were difficulties initially with Limerick City of Culture. I visited it and have to say it was a tremendous success. It brought a new life to Limerick. It was fantastic to see all the public art projects. I went to see what children got involved in. It really was a great success.

Regarding the Deputy's question on the events she mentioned, during a programme of that nature there are bound to be events that do not go ahead and others come in to replace them. It was ultimately up to Limerick City of Culture to decide. The Department will carry out an evaluation and that will be published in due course. I am aware that Limerick City and County Council would wish to access further Government support and the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht has made no commitment in that matter.

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