Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 April 2013
1386. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if, in view of the importance of The Gathering, his Department, either directly or indirectly through State agencies involved, has expressed concerns regarding the Cork film festival on the way this may affect State support for the festival; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16976/13]
View answerI understand that the primary funding source for this event is the Arts Council and the position in relation to this funding has been set out by my colleague the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, in response to PQ 16977/13. In relation to tourism, the provision of funding for festivals and events is an operational matter for Fáilte Ireland. Therefore I have referred the Deputy's question to Fáilte Ireland for direct reply on this aspect. Please contact my private office if a reply is not received within ten working days.
