Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)
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Question 94: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if he supports the development of a national strategy for the Irish language; if not, the reason therefor; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36862/05]

Éamon Ó Cuív (Galway West, Fianna Fail)
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As the Deputy is aware, Fóram na Gaeilge, which includes representatives of relevant State and voluntary organisations with expertise on a wide range of language policy and practice issues, was established to advise, inter alia, on the advisability of preparing a 20-year strategic plan with realistic goals for the Irish language in the State.

In the context of the general discussions thus far relating to this matter, the need for the provision of a clear statement on the part of the Government in relation to the Irish language and its importance has emerged as a key issue. I hope to be in a position to elaborate further and to make specific proposals on this matter in the near future.