Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 March 2021
59. Deputy Brendan Howlin asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the qualification criteria for the outdoor dining grant announced by Fáilte Ireland; if this grant will allow restaurants to carry out capital works to provide outdoor dining facilities; if it will apply in every area of the country; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12259/21]
View answer65. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if the outdoor dining grant will be inclusive of all businesses impacted by Covid-19. [12370/21]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 59 and 65 together.
I am advised by Fáilte Ireland, that contrary to some reports, the proposed Outdoor Dining Scheme is still in development and has not been finalised. As the development of the scheme is an operational matter for Fáilte Ireland, I have referred the Deputies' questions to them for further information. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
