Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for this update. That investment will be a huge asset to rural Ireland and the area covered by the club. The funding will be well spent. The club will get real value for money. They have huge interaction from the community and the club has put on huge performances in Moate. The community really comes out and shows support. I thank the Minister for her time in this case. I had previously advocated a number of times on this matter with the Minister in the Dáil. The Minister has been very forthcoming. These funding streams are essential for rural Ireland to give people a chance to engage in the arts and to ensure that young people receive a vital chance to get interested in the arts. As the society grows, this will stand to it, and as the economy improves it will also be a huge help to us. I thank the Minister for her time.

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