Arts Funding

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 June 2015

Tuesday, 9 June 2015

Questions (1201)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy

Question:

1201. Deputy Marcella Corcoran Kennedy asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht her views on Offaly County Council's proposal to advance the development of Tullamore Arts Centre; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21833/15]

Written answers

Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht

In 2007, a capital grant of €2 million was approved in principle for Tullamore Arts Centre. My Department continues to maintain contact with Offaly County Council in relation to this project having regard to the conditions of the approval.