Charlie O'Connor (Dublin South West, Fianna Fail)
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Question 161: To ask the Taoiseach his plans to set up an official annual famine commemoration; if his attention has been drawn to the public interest and support in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11829/08]

Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)
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The introduction of an annual Famine Memorial Day has been addressed by officials and their recommendations are being considered. I am satisfied that an official recognition of the Famine should be arranged to complement the many community initiatives which take place in Ireland and abroad each year.