I have initiated a major review of tourism policy with a view to identifying the key determinants of both an industry and Government-led strategy for the future sustainable development of tourism in Ireland in order that we have an updated and dynamic policy orientation for our work. This review will be led by my Department, with the help of external specialist consultancy advice, and in consultation with the tourism industry. The Irish Tourist Industry Confederation recently produced its own assessment of the potential of the sector which will be of help in undertaking the review.