Tourism Promotion

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 October 2011

Tuesday, 25 October 2011

Questions (622)

Seán Kenny

Question:

642 Deputy Seán Kenny asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the additional steps being taken to promote cruise tourism here in 2012; the budget allocated for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31304/11]

Written answers

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport (Deputy Leo Varadkar)

The matter raised is an operational matter for Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Ireland. I have referred the Deputy's Question to the agencies for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.