Denis O'Donovan (Fianna Fail)

It is like the line written by the great poet, Anois teacht an earraigh beidh an lá dul chun síneadh. It is now spring and we should recognise the potential of such activity that is unique to this country. There are cultural aspects to such tourism and the Heritage Council is involved. We should promote and embrace our beautiful amenities and sites instead of jetting off on sun holidays three or four times a year. I would love to have a debate on this area. More continental walkers are coming to west Cork, Kerry and other places in the west. We should grasp this nettle. We would have fewer health problems if we all did a little more walking.