John Deasy
Question:571 Deputy John Deasy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the funding available from him for new tourism initiatives; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29960/11]
View answerTuesday, 18 October 2011
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There is provision in 2011 for expenditure of almost €148 million on tourism services across a diverse range of activities such as marketing, tourism product development, registration and grading, business supports and tourism information offices. All of these monies are voted for use by the State tourism agencies, Fáilte Ireland, Tourism Ireland and the Shannon Free Airport Development Company. I have referred the Deputy's question to these agencies for direct reply concerning funding available for new tourism initiatives. The Deputy should advise my private office if he does receive a reply within ten working days.