Architecture Award.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 November 2008

Tuesday, 11 November 2008

Questions (338)

Ruairí Quinn

Question:

417 Deputy Ruairí Quinn asked the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if his attention has been drawn to the success of architects (details supplied); the action he proposes to take to recognise this unique award for these Irish architects that demonstrates an international recognition of the quality of the architecture here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39247/08]

Written answers

Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism (Deputy Martin Cullen)

I wrote to the architects in question on behalf of the Government, to offer my warmest congratulations, on winning the first Building of the Year Award at the inaugural World Architecture Festival. As Minister with responsibility for the arts, including architecture, I acknowledged their achievement, which is an inspiration not only to Irish architects, but also to Irish artists in general.