Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 22 January 2025
700. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to urgently address the lack of available funding for dancers who have made it to the World Cup, but who have to forfeit their place as there is a lack of funding available to assist with travel and accommodation costs; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1788/25]
View answerCulture Ireland operates within the Department to support Irish artists in presenting and promoting their work to audiences around the world. In that context, Culture Ireland provides support to Irish professional dancers and dance companies for the international presentation of their work.
The Department provides funding to professional Irish artists to present work at key international venues and events within their field, with grants primarily assisting with travel and travel-related costs. Events of a competitive nature are not eligible for Culture Ireland funding as supports are focused on assisting professional Irish artists to work on a global stage.
