Seán Kyne (Galway West, Fine Gael)
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207. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views that the holding of Meitheal 2015, Ireland's largest tourism trade fair in County Galway would positively impact on the tourism sector in the west and build on the success of the Wild Atlantic Way; and if he will request Fáilte Ireland, an agency under his Department's remit to analyse whether Meitheal can be held outside of Dublin. [40814/14]

Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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Meitheal is an important event for Irish tourism businesses when top international buyers and tour operators come here to experience Ireland for themselves and to learn more about what we can offer their customers.  I have no direct role in the logistics or organisation of this annual trade show, rather, the organisation of Meitheal is a matter for the Board and Management of Fáilte Ireland.  For this reason, I have referred the Deputy's question to Fáilte Ireland for additional information and direct reply.  Please contact my private office if you do not hear within ten working days.