P. J. Sheehan
Question:46 Mr. Sheehan asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Gaeltacht and the Islands the extent and nature of the Gaeltacht island allowance being introduced by her Department; when the extra £3,000 tax allowance will come into force; the extent and nature of the increased social welfare benefit to apply in this regard; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17355/97]