Finian McGrath
Question:157 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the reason the report of the special committee on the traditional arts was altered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30624/04]
View answerDáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 24 November 2004
157 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the reason the report of the special committee on the traditional arts was altered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30624/04]
View answerIn accordance with section 21 of the Arts Act 2003, the special committee on the traditional arts was established pursuant to a direction from me, as Minister, to offer advice to the council in this matter. I had no role regarding the committee's procedures, including the drafting and approval of the committee's final report. The committee's advice was directed to the council. I therefore cannot comment on the matter raised by the Deputy.