Tourism Ireland Funding

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 May 2013

Tuesday, 14 May 2013

Ceisteanna (732)

Richard Boyd Barrett

Ceist:

732. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount of the Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Ireland budget for promoting English language schools in Ireland for 2013; the way marketing targets are agreed with the EFL industry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22420/13]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

The matters raised are operational issues for Fáilte Ireland, in the first instance, working together with Tourism Ireland where appropriate. I have referred the Deputy's Question to the agencies for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.