Clare Daly (Dublin North, United Left)
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725. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the community tourism initiative for the diaspora has been described as a joint partnership between Bord Fáilte, Irish Public Bodies Insurance and the 34 local authorities under the auspices of the City and County Managers Association; the role, if any, did elected councillors in any of the 34 local authorities have in the initiative; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31593/14]

Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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The Community Tourism Diaspora Initiative is a joint partnership between Fáilte Ireland, Irish Public Bodies (IPB) Insurance and the Local Authorities.  It provides an annual fund of €1m over the next three years to support up to 700 local community based events and festivals with the capacity to deepen diaspora links and networks.  

Local Authorities are implementing the initiative at county/city level and are responsible for funds administration including grant applications and awards in accordance with agreed national criteria. It is a matter for Local Authorities themselves to decide what role councillors have in the implementation of the scheme.