Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 January 2018
1851. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the funding options available to purchase equipment for a newly formed brass band; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54546/17]
View answerThe Music Capital Scheme allocates grants each year to groups and individuals for the purchase of musical instruments. I am pleased to inform the Deputy that on Tuesday 9 January last, I launched the new Music Capital Scheme with an increased allocation of €245,000 for 2018. Music Network manages the Scheme on behalf of my Department. All details are available at www.musicnetwork.ie.
