Seanad debates
Tuesday, 24 June 2003
Arts Bill 2002: Second Stage.
I would like to make two points. The explosion of the arts, especially as a result of the support given by various Governments in recent times, has made an extraordinary difference, particularly in local communities. We need to be open to diversity, particularly as our society becomes far more cosmopolitan as a result of the influence of people from other countries who have come to live in Ireland. We should listen to people from other cultures and ensure that the richness of such cultures and the richness of our culture support each other.
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