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122 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for Tourism, Sport and Recreation the total moneys to be allocated by his Department for the development of sport and recreation in the community; if he will outline his long-term strategy in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17373/97]
123 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for Tourism, Sport and Recreation if he will give details of the mechanism to promote sport in our communities; the likely developments over the next 24 months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17374/97]
125 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Tourism, Sport and Recreation the plans, if any, he has regarding the provision of sporting and recreational facilities throughout the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17431/97]
I propose to take Questions Nos. 122, 123 and 125 together.
I will progress work, as appropriate, during my term in office as Minister for Tourism, Sport and Recreation on the priorities for sport identified in the Government's programme.
In establishing the new Department of Tourism, Sport and Recreation, the Government has recognised the important part that sport and recreation plays in the economic and social life of the country and one of my primary objectives as Minister in this new Department will be to maximise their potential in this context. I will also work to ensure that the opportunities afforded by our sporting tradition are fully exploited in the promotion of Ireland as a holiday destination.
