Mattie McGrath (Tipperary South, Independent)
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147. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the resources which will be made available by his Department for the Ireland's Ancient East tourist initiative; the criteria that must be met for a town's inclusion in same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31803/15]

Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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The role of the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport in relation to tourism lies primarily in the area of national policy. The development of Ireland's Ancient East is an operational matter for the Board and management of Fáilte Ireland. The Department is not directly involved in its development or promotion. Accordingly, I have asked Fáilte Ireland to reply to the Deputy directly in this regard. Please contact my private office if you do not hear from them within ten working days.