The work of Tourism Ireland must be commended. It makes no sense in wasteful duplication for advertising and promotional revenue to be spent worldwide, when it could be done on a joint basis. Fortunately, this island still remains a Mecca for international tourism and there is no doubt that a long-term political settlement in Northern Ireland would greatly enhance the numbers who travel here on holiday. It is a small island geographically and every potential tourist, whether from the United States, Germany, Japan or elsewhere, should be encouraged to travel as freely and as widely as possible around the 32 counties. We will all benefit from the work of Tourism Ireland. This type of practical common-sense co-operation must be welcomed and encouraged by all fair-minded citizens.