I propose to take Questions Nos. 1886 and 1895 together.
My Department's role in relation to tourism lies in the area of national tourism policy. It is not directly involved in the management or development of individual tourism projects, such as the Wild Atlantic Way. This is an operational matter for the Board and Management of Fáilte Ireland.
Accordingly I have referred the question to Fáilte Ireland for direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.
I can assure the Deputy that the Seven Heads Peninsula is a key component of the Wild Atlantic Way in West Cork. It is important to note that the Wild Atlantic Way is not simply a touring route but rather it is a means to guide and attract visitors, and all villages, businesses and geographic areas within close proximity of the route are in essence part of the geography of the Wild Atlantic Way.
Fáilte Ireland works with groups all along the coast and is more than happy to engage with interested parties in the Seven Heads peninsula to maximise the initiative's potential for the benefit of their community.
The referred replies under Standing Order 42A were forwarded to the Deputies.