Terry Brennan (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Many of my colleagues yesterday welcomed the G8 summit to Fermanagh, as it will take place next week, but I did not get a chance to do so. I acknowledge the part played by British Prime Minister, David Cameron, in bringing that world conference to that lovely town. It is a wonderful opportunity for Fermanagh and the Border counties. It will put Enniskillen on the world's tourism map for the right reasons this time, and it will be seen in every country in the world.

A debate on tourism was sought yesterday, including the contribution made by tourism to the country and the number of jobs involved, and I would welcome such a discussion in the Seanad. We cater for discerning visitors in the country, although we may not always have sun, sea and sand. We had sun last week and I made use of it but we have much else to offer. I ask the Leader for a debate on tourism as soon as possible.