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Other Questions: Wild Atlantic Way Project (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I will organise a meeting between the Deputy and Fáilte Ireland. It has told me that his proposal would exclude the east part of the Inishowen Peninsula, which I am sure he does not want. I do not want arguments to develop about the Wild Atlantic Way. It is the country's greatest initiative. It will be like the Green Way in Mayo, in that people will be talking about it for the next...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Data (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: The collection of statistics, including overseas visitors, is primarily a matter for the Central Statistics Office (CSO).  The CSO does not, however, provide a regional breakdown of statistics in their monthly 'Overseas Travel' publication. I am aware that Fáilte Ireland provides an estimated regional breakdown of overseas visits on an annual basis, based on research of its own...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sport and Recreational Development (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I have no responsibility in relation to the HSE or the operational structures established within the HSE. It is entirely a matter for the Department of Health and the HSE as to how their operational structures are organised. Sport can make a significant contribution to health and the prevention of illness and disability. There are many health benefits to be gained from...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Facilities Provision (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I understand that discussions have recently taken place between Fingal County Council, the boxing club referred to by the Deputy, and the Irish Amateur Boxing Association.  I further understand that these discussions have centred around the possibility of securing alternative premises for the club, as the Council does not view their current premises as being suitable for sporting...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Funding (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: The total funding provided to sport by my Department in recent years is €81.9m in 2011, €77.7m in 2012, €72.3m in 2013 and an allocation of €93.4m for 2014.  This total contribution of some €325 million over the four years includes €177m in current funding which is channelled through the Irish Sports Council. This supports the work of the...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Rebates (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: 126. To ask the Minister for Finance when a person (details supplied) in County Mayo will receive a decision from the Revenue Commissioners on their request for rebate regarding their local property tax under Section 26 of the Property Act; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55168/13]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Disadvantaged Areas Scheme Eligibility (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: 304. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his plans to change or increase the retention period for the disadvantaged area scheme 2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55039/13]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Schemes Payments (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: 305. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine further to parliamentary Question No. 524 of 26 June 2013, the outcome of a review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55040/13]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electricity Transmission Network (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I understand that, as part of "Grid 25 - a Strategy for the Development of Ireland's Electricity Grid for a Sustainable and Competitive Future", a number of regional electricity transmission schemes are currently being planned around the country by Eirgrid.  Clearly, the electricity grid is a critical part of our infrastructure and is vital to ensuring that the country as a whole...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Applications (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I propose to take Questions Nos. 395 and 396 together. The Sports Capital Programme is the Government’s primary vehicle for supporting the development of sports facilities and the purchase of non-personal sports equipment.   It is open to any sports club or organisation with a suitable project to apply for funding under the next round of the Programme which I hope to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Promotion (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I propose to take Questions Nos. 412 and 416 together. The Programme for Government includes a commitment that event tourism will be prioritised in order to continue to bring major events to Ireland. The hosting of major sports events, both participative and spectator sports, can provide a great showcase for Ireland, drive international visitor numbers and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Applications (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I presume the Deputy is referring to the next round of the Sports Capital Programme. Departmental officials are currently working on the details of a new round of the Programme. I hope to be in a position to make an announcement shortly.  A new portal has been developed on the Department's website which must be used by organisations to register, to apply for funding...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Bovine Disease Controls (15 Jan 2014)

Michael Ring: 654. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the reason for the varying BVD test results for one animal (details supplied) in County Mayo; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55579/13]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Eligibility (16 Jan 2014)

Michael Ring: My Department does not have a fund to provide grant-aid for monuments or statues and I have no proposal to initiate one.  The grant-aid available through the Sports Capital Programme, a new round of which has recently been announced,  is focussed on the development of sports facilities and the purchase of non-personal sports equipment, with a particular emphasis on increasing...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Schemes Eligibility (21 Jan 2014)

Michael Ring: 557. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if contact has been made with a person (details supplied) in County Mayo; and the progress that has been made in resolving the dual claim issue in this case. [2534/14]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Single Payment Scheme Appeals (21 Jan 2014)

Michael Ring: 561. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when maps will be provided to a person (details supplied) in County Mayo as requested by this Deputy last October; and if this case will be reviewed again as the person believes that no overclaim has occurred. [2603/14]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agri-Environment Options Scheme Payments (21 Jan 2014)

Michael Ring: 572. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when a person (details supplied) will receive payment of their AEOS scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2836/14]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Eligibility (21 Jan 2014)

Michael Ring: The terms and conditions of the Sports Capital Programme (SCP) aim to strike a balance between the need to protect the State's investment in sports facilities and the need to allow grants to be drawn down in an efficient and timely manner.  In 2012 I was pleased to amend the previous terms and conditions to allow SCP applicants that did not own their land or have a long...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Funding (21 Jan 2014)

Michael Ring: I was delighted to open the 2014 round of the Sports Capital Programme for applications at 12 noon Friday 17 January. Some €40 million has been secured for allocations which will be made later this year. All applications must be made online at and organisations wishing to apply must register first. The deadline for registration is 5pm on Friday 7th February.  The...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Appeals (22 Jan 2014)

Michael Ring: 122. To ask the Minister for Social Protection when the relevant Departmental papers and comments by the Deciding Officer in relation to an invalidity pension claim in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo were sent by the Longford office to the Social Welfare Appeals Office; if this file has been received in Dublin; and when the appeal will be progressed. [3079/14]