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Written Answers — Heritage Donations: Heritage Donations (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: Section 1003 of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997, formerly Section 176 of the Finance Act 1995, is a scheme of tax relief for the donation of heritage items to the National Collections. Under the Scheme heritage items that are considered outstanding examples of their type and that are pre-eminent in their class, whose export from the State would constitute a diminution of the accumulated...

Written Answers — Departmental Programmes: Departmental Programmes (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 17 and 19 together. Under the terms of the Sports Capital Programme grants are allocated to sporting organisations towards the provision of new facilities, the renovation/extension of existing facilities or the purchase of non-personal sports equipment. Since 1998, almost €740 million has been allocated to over 7,400 projects nationwide. No decision has...

Written Answers — Abbey Theatre: Abbey Theatre (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: In the previous Government's Renewed Programme for Government there was a commitment to a detailed assessment of the GPO complex in the context of locating the Abbey Theatre there in time for the Centenary of the 1916 Rising. This was the only location examined. This is not a commitment of the present Government. The development of any national infrastructure is not a simple challenge....

Written Answers — Tourism Promotion: Tourism Promotion (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 20, 27, 30 and 31 together. The Government fully recognises the significant role that the tourism sector can play in Ireland's economic recovery. After declines in overseas visitor numbers in each of the last three years, we are determined, working with the tourism agencies and the industry, that 2011 will mark a turning point for the sector and that we see...

Written Answers — Air Services: Air Services (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I refer the Deputy to my earlier reply to Priority Question No. 1, in the name of Deputy McConalogue, in which I outlined the position on this matter.

Written Answers — Tourism Industry: Tourism Industry (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I wish to advise the Deputy, that under the National Tourism Development Authority Act, Fáilte Ireland has the devolved function to encourage, promote and support the development and marketing of tourist facilities and services within the State. I am informed that Fáilte Ireland is closely involved in the development of a nationwide eco-tourism certification programme. In addition, in...

Written Answers — National Library: National Library (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: Under the terms of the National Cultural Institutions Act, 1997 the Genealogical Office is on a statutory footing as a branch of the National Library of Ireland.

Written Answers — Film Industry Development: Film Industry Development (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I assume that the Deputy is referring to the Irish audiovisual sector. Primary responsibility for the support and promotion of film-making in Ireland, in respect of both the indigenous sector and inward productions, is a matter for the Irish Film Board (IFB). This agency is funded through my Department and is independent in its day-to-day operations. My Department's operational role in...

Written Answers — Departmental Funding: Departmental Funding (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: The information requested by the Deputy in respect of the years 2007 to 2010, inclusive, is as set out in tabular form below. Future funding decisions are made on a case-by-case basis, so it is not possible to provide an estimate of expenditure on sporting or cultural activities in County Cork for the coming year. Type of Funding Recipient of Funding Allocation Amount € Year 2007...

Written Answers — Tourism, Culture and Sport Sectors: Tourism, Culture and Sport Sectors (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 26 and 34 together. Tourism The Report of the Tourism Renewal Group, Survival, Recovery and Growth — A Strategy for Renewing Irish Tourism 2009-2013, sets out tourism's contribution to Ireland's economic, social and cultural development and the prospects for Irish tourism in a changed world. It also puts forward a Framework for Action for tourism's...

Written Answers — Culture Sector: Culture Sector (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: The Department of Tourism, Culture and Sport provides annual funding to the National Cultural Institutions which are directly involved in promoting and increasing awareness in the value and benefit of cultural activities. As well as the normal promotion of events and programmes for which they are responsible, each of our National Cultural Institutions provides Community and Outreach...

Written Answers — Tourism Promotion: Tourism Promotion (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I wish to advise the Deputy that under the National Tourism Development Authority Act, Fáilte Ireland has the devolved function to encourage, promote and support the development and marketing of tourist facilities and services within the State. Sustainable tourism requires a balance to be struck between the needs of the visitor, the place and the host community. It has long been recognised...

Written Answers — Sport and Recreational Development: Sport and Recreational Development (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I refer the Deputy to my reply earlier today to Priority Question No. 3 (6348/11) in the name of Deputy Wallace.

Written Answers — Sport and Recreational Development: Sport and Recreational Development (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: The Irish Sports Council was established on a statutory basis on 1 July, 1999, and the functions of the Council are outlined in Section 6 of the Irish Sports Council Act 1999. Section 6(1)(a) states that one of the functions of the Council shall be "to encourage the promotion, development and coordination of competitive sport and the achievement of excellence in competitive sport."...

Written Answers — Tourism Promotion: Tourism Promotion (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I wish to advise the Deputy, that under the National Tourism Development Authority Act, Fáilte Ireland has the devolved function to encourage, promote and support the development and marketing of tourist facilities and services within the State. In this context, Fáilte Ireland operates the Tourism Capital Investment Programme, which provides support for capital investment in tourism...

Written Answers — Sports Capital Programme: Sports Capital Programme (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: Under the Sports Capital Programme, funding is allocated to sporting and to voluntary and community organisations at local, regional and national level throughout the country. No decision has been made on the timing of the next round of the Programme.

Written Answers — Grant Payments: Grant Payments (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: Dunamaise Arts Centre in Portlaoise, Co Laois has received a total of €1,884,719 in capital grant aid from my Department and my Department's predecessors since 1994. The following is a breakdown of the funding — all of which has been paid out. Year Amount € 1994-1999 1,650,671 2006 140,000 2007 80,000 2010 14,048 Total 1,884,719

Arts Strategy (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: Our arts, culture and heritage are rooted in the community. That is what makes them so unique and special. A strategy for the arts that does not start from the community is destined to fail. Our arts and cultural activities animate and enliven villages, towns and cities throughout the State, day and night. They draw people out to participate, attend and enjoy. They are the nucleus of a...

Arts Strategy (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: He has a great deal of goodwill towards Kerry.

Arts Strategy (31 Mar 2011)

Jimmy Deenihan: I thank the Deputy. I agree with all the sentiments she expressed. As a rural Deputy, I am conscious that Arts Council and Government funding must be distributed throughout the country because social and cultural inclusion will not be achieved unless the spend is disbursed nationwide and the necessary facilities are in place in order that people can see drama, visit painting exhibitions and...