Billy Timmins
Question:249 Mr. Timmins asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if he will give details of the grant given to the St. Patrick's Day Festival; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18288/02]
Vol. 555 No. 2
249 Mr. Timmins asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if he will give details of the grant given to the St. Patrick's Day Festival; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18288/02]
The St. Patrick's Day Festival Company Limited received €880,000 from Bord Fáilte under the festivals and cultural events initiative in respect of the 2002 Festival. No decision has yet been taken in relation to the level of funding for the 2003 Festival.