Donie Cassidy (Fianna Fail)

There is no reason this cannot be done. On my way to the House this morning I heard on radio the Minister for Arts, Sports and Tourism, Deputy Martin Cullen, confirm sponsorship of the Irish Open for the next three years, which is good news. I am an ardent golfer and proud of it. This is a great opportunity for us given Sky television will broadcast this event for 28 hours to all countries in Europe where Irish produce is being sold on a daily basis.

Last year, I complimented, in the House, Bord Bia for its promotion of Ireland during the Ryder Cup in the K Club.