Seamus Kirk
Ceist:24 Deputy Seamus Kirk asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if he will confirm the future of opera here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27230/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 June 2012
24 Deputy Seamus Kirk asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if he will confirm the future of opera here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27230/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraResponsibility for the promotion and funding of opera falls within the remit of the Arts Council. Under the Arts Act 2003, the Arts Council is a statutorily independent body.