Performing Arts.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 13 October 2005

Thursday, 13 October 2005

Questions (35)

Pat Breen

Question:

24 Mr. P. Breen asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the position regarding the proposed academy for the performing arts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28302/05]

Written answers

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

Responsibility for the establishment of a third level Irish academy for the performing arts was transferred from the Department of Education and Science to my Department in 2003. However, no transfer of capital funding for the project occurred. Capital funding is not currently available to me to progress the development of an Irish academy for the performing arts.

Question No. 25 answered with QuestionNo. 19.