Gerald Nash (Louth, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I will take this question on behalf of Deputy Duncan Smith. As we all know, the high cost of insurance is a major issue for businesses right across the country. It is a particular issue for the arts and culture sector. We know the sector was the first to close in the initial lockdown and will be the last to open when the threat of the pandemic recedes. An Arts Council survey has shown very clearly that venues that are closed are losing revenue in terms of income from audiences and other sources, up to €3 million per month. I believe that is a conservative figure. Does the Minister support the view that those venues that are closed should receive refunds from insurance companies for public liability and employer liability insurance?

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