Éamon Ó Cuív (Galway West, Fianna Fail)
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To ask the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the arrangements that have been made to commemorate the founding of Óglaigh na hÉireann by Éoin Mac Néill in 1913; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49394/12]

Jimmy Deenihan (Kerry North-West Limerick, Fine Gael)
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In the coming year, the Centenary commemorative programme will seek to present a comprehensive reflection of the key issues in Ireland in 2013. The national social and economic conditions will be addressed, alongside the continuing narrative of developments in the campaign for Home Rule.

The founding of Óglaigh na hÉireann on 25 November 1913 will be commemorated as an official initiative within the commemorative programme on the Centenary anniversary. The particular arrangements are currently under consideration with the Department of Defence and the Defence Forces. Special issue commemorative stamps are being prepared by An Post. These official arrangements are likely to be complemented by appropriate academic and other initiatives.