Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 October 2011
387 Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht his plans to provide more incentives within tax systems to attract further growth in the gaming sector similar to the Canadian model. [27523/11]
Amharc ar fhreagraPrimary responsibility for the support and promotion of film-making in Ireland, in respect of both the indigenous sector and inward productions, is a matter for the Irish Film Board (IFB). This agency is funded through my Department and is independent in its day-to-day operations.
The whole area of development of the Irish audiovisual industry (including the gaming sector) was examined during the preparation of the Creative Capital Report — Building Ireland's Audiovisual Creative Economy. The Report was published in July and an implementation Committee to pursue the execution of its recommendations has been established.
