Tom Hayes (Tipperary South, Fine Gael)
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Question 91: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if a decision has been made on the future of Ardmore Studios; if he has had contacts since he became Minister with the owners; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41281/08]

Martin Cullen (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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The availability of adequate, fully equipped studio resources that can cater for the needs of indigenous and incoming film/TV productions is essential to marketing Ireland as a film location and, as such, Ardmore plays an integral part in fulfilling this role.

Accordingly, in recent months discussions have taken place with representatives of all interested parties and I can confirm that the current arrangements between the Irish Film Board and Ardmore Studios are to continue.