Rory O'Hanlon
Question:227 Dr. O'Hanlon asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage Gaeltacht and the Islands if her attention has been drawn to the views of the people in the catchment area of the Ulster Canal, regarding the value in economic, social, tourism and cross border terms of refurbishing the canal; if she will ensure these views are taken into account at the North South Ministerial Council on 23 November 2001; if she will support the refurbishment of the canal; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29223/01]