Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael)

On the matter that Senator Norris has mentioned, in view of the fact that 80% of the activity in the Irish film industry would disappear if section 481 were removed, and considering the fact that the Government gets a three to one return on its investment from this industry, will the Minister for Arts, Sports and Tourism come into the House and explain to us the Government's policy on the Irish film industry, as well as its policy on the protection of thousands of jobs in this industry?

I refer also to the Freedom of Information Act, an issue raised by Senator Brian Hayes. It seems moves are afoot to place every obstacle in the way of those seeking information. The proposed charges inflict another burden. Is the Government afraid of accountability or trying to suppress it in every way possible?