Joanna Tuffy (Dublin Mid West, Labour)
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Question 111: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the position regarding plans previously announced by his Department to fund the development of a national marine conservation and education centre in partnership with Fingal County Council; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2824/09]

Martin Cullen (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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In accordance with the provisions of section 8(1) of the National Tourism Development Authority Act, 2003, it is a matter for Fáilte Ireland to encourage, promote and support either inside or outside the State (a) the development of Tourism traffic within and to the state and (b) the development and marketing of tourist facilities and services within the State. Accordingly, the provision of support for individual tourism-related developments is a matter for Fáilte Ireland.

I am advised by Fáilte Ireland that Fingal County Council, the grant applicants for the development of a Marine Conservation Centre in Balbriggan, are currently reviewing plans and have yet to submit a detailed project proposal to Fáilte Ireland for consideration.