Thomas Byrne (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I am pleased the Minister of State has given a positive response. I had a private chat with him outside and he appeared to be supportive. I understand a process must be followed but the forum has been in contact with Fáilte Ireland going back further than 19 November on the issue. I have been in contact with the forum on the matter for some time. The forum has been rebuffed for a number of reasons. One is due to the location of a tourist office 13 km away in Brú na Bóinne. That is not correct, but in any event, even if it were there, they are two separate and distinct offices and there is no cost to the State. I welcome the fact that the Minister of State has extolled the virtues and attractions of County Meath. It is no wonder my ancestors and sister-in-law have moved from Mayo to Meath. I hope that is for the better. Gabhaim buíochas leis an Aire.