Film Industry Development.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 1 December 2004

Wednesday, 1 December 2004

Questions (73)

Liz McManus

Question:

93 Ms McManus asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if he will report on his recent visit to the USA designed to help sell Ireland as a top location for film producers; if the section 481 tax relief is to be maintained; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31432/04]

Written answers

Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism (Mr. O’Donoghue)

I have not visited the USA in this context, but I plan to do so in the new year. Under the provisions of the Finance Act 2004, the section 481 scheme has been extended to the end of 2008. The maximum amount that can be raised will increase from €10.48 million to €15 million from 2005.

Question No. 94 answered with QuestionNo. 63.

Question No. 95 answered with QuestionNo. 72.