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Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Key Priorities for Sport Ireland and Impact of Covid-19 on Sports Sector: Sport Ireland (18 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: -----in the term "strong governance" when it does not have a record to back it up?

Scrambler Motorbikes and Quad Bikes: Motion [Private Members] (17 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: It is unbelievable that we are back in here yet again debating legislating for scramblers and quad bikes, despite the scourge of these bikes on communities. It appears to me that the Government has no interest in dealing with it. I say that on the basis that my colleague, Deputy Ellis, and I brought a similar Bill and motion before the Dáil about three years ago and both Fine Gael and...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Mortgage Lending (17 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: 277. To ask the Minister for Finance the number of borrowers that have applied on a case-by-case basis to their lenders to secure relief on their mortgage obligations since the mortgage payment breaks facility ended at the end of September 2020; the number of cases that have been refused relief since the end of September 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36832/20]

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Budget 2021 (17 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: 331. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the funding allocation for her Department by project for 2021. [36431/20]

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Covid-19 Pandemic (17 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: 346. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if she has considered the inclusion of children's swimming lessons as a sport or activity allowed under level 3 Covid-19 restrictions; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37080/20]

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Legislative Programme (17 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: 347. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht when she plans to bring the Broadcasting (Amendment) Bill 2019 to Committee Stage; if she plans to amend its provisions in a significant way, in particular, sections relating to putting the licence fee out to private tender; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37081/20]

Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union (Consequential Provisions) Bill 2020: Second Stage (Resumed) (12 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: I thank the Leas-Chathaoirleach for the opportunity to speak to this Bill. It has never been more important to ensure that Irish interests across our entire island are protected throughout the Brexit process. We have seen how the Tories continue to undermine the process and, indeed, Irish interests, most recently through the United Kingdom Internal Market Bill, which is both dangerous and...

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: My first question is for Mr. Dooley from the NUJ. He says the terms of reference for the commission are way too narrow. What would he like to see included?

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: We can examine that as a committee. Looking through Mr. Dooley's proposals, he outlined what I would consider very interesting ideas. Has he met with the Minister to discuss them or does he intend to meet with the Minister?

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: Mr. Dooley might revert to us on the outcome of the meeting and whether any progress is made. We would be interested to hear the outcome.

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: I thank Mr. Dooley. My next question is for Mr. Purcell. He mentioned that the Future of Media Commission is way too lengthy for independent broadcasters to benefit in the here and now when help is needed. Does he have any other suggestions? Would he suggest a Covid media task force to address current issues?

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: Is it the independent broadcasters who have the meeting with the Minister on Monday?

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: I presume Mr. Purcell will mention something like that.

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: I will say the same to Mr. Purcell as I said to Mr. Dooley, that he comes back to us after the meeting to follow up on it.

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: Mr. Purcell also made reference to the broadcasting levy and the special funding. I had difficulty trying to get clarity on the €2.5 million from last year. Mr. Purcell said it was provided to radio stations earlier in the year. Was that it? Has there been nothing since?

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: Yes, please. There is also the levy.

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: It is an additional financial burden.

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: To add insult to injury.

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: I thank Mr. Purcell. I will turn very quickly to RTÉ. Will Mr. Lynch outline what additional funding he received in the budget for this year and how much of a funding gap there is?

Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht: Future of Public Service Broadcasting and Impact of Covid-19 on the Media Sector: Discussion (11 Nov 2020)

Imelda Munster: Does Mr. Lynch have a figure for the additional funding he was given in budget 2021?