Catherine Martin said : “very many people in the hospitality and entertainment industries will be bitterly disappointed by this news”

thejournal Friday, December 3, 2021 10:23:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "I believe that has to come back in society all around, where artists are given the room and the time to do their creative work so that we have something for the future,"

CBC Friday, November 26, 2021 1:14:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “The live events sector has been particularly badly hit by the pandemic. I have allocated over €25m to support the sector across 2021, with events up to end October funded under the LPSS. I am now making a second strand of that funding scheme available for seasonal musical theatre and pantomimes of scale, who could not avail of LPSS earlier in the year. I know that these pantomimes are critical to the annual financial viability of these venues”

foreignaffairs-nz Thursday, November 25, 2021 7:57:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin says : “I congratulate Hot Press and the IBI for developing the Irish Music Month and ‘A New Local Hero’ initiatives. I was delighted to be able to support these projects from the additional €1.4m of funding I secured to assist the live music sector within the BAI’s Sound and Vision scheme”

kclr96fm Friday, November 19, 2021 1:01:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin admitted : “There are very real issues with children accessing content that was not designed for their age group at all,”

independent-ie Monday, November 15, 2021 11:10:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin concluded : “We were very fortunate to have a good domestic summer but we are still in a recovery phase and it will be important for key industry leaders and workers to come together and present a united approach as we look to restore inbound overseas tourism figures and I am looking forward to meeting and engaging with those who attend the tourism gathering,”

leinsterleader Friday, November 12, 2021 12:39:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said ( about Hospice Foundation ) : “I am conscious that every community in Ireland has been affected by this terrible pandemic. "Not only did COVID take so many of our loved ones, it also disrupted our traditional ways of grieving and memorialising. I recognize that the arts, culture and creativity can bring comfort and help people grieve and remember in some tangible way. "With funding from my department through the Creative Ireland Programme, I am delighted that Irish Hospice Foundation can continue its important support for people and communities to cope with bereavement through creative and artistic expression”

kilkennypeople Thursday, October 28, 2021 1:28:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I would like to congratulate the beautiful city of Dublin on being recognised as one of the best cities to visit in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2022. This is a wonderful accolade for the city and very well deserved. It has been such a difficult period for our tourism industry and this is a timely reminder that Ireland and in particular Dublin remains a world class holiday destination”

westernpeople Thursday, October 28, 2021 10:59:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I would like to congratulate the beautiful city of Dublin on being recognised as one of the best cities to visit in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2022. This is a wonderful accolade for the city and very well deserved. It has been such a difficult period for our tourism industry and this is a timely reminder that Ireland and in particular Dublin remains a world class holiday destination”

carlow-nationalist Thursday, October 28, 2021 10:03:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “The safe and viable return of the night time economy has been greatly anticipated, and welcomed, by the businesses and thousands of staff who bring Ireland’s cultural and nightlife economy to life. COVID is still a real threat to our society and the safety guidelines are necessary to balance public health while also facilitating the reopening of all sectors. Night club and live entertainment venues can return to welcoming customers (subject to capacity and standing limits for live events), however, it is vitally important that each venue operator utilises their skilled health and safety expertise, and exercises judgement and caution with due regard to protecting public health”

foreignaffairs-nz Tuesday, October 26, 2021 5:58:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “The safe and viable return of the night time economy has been greatly anticipated, and welcomed, by the businesses and thousands of staff who bring Ireland’s cultural and nightlife economy to life. "Covid is still a real threat to our society and the safety guidelines are necessary to balance public health while also facilitating the reopening of all sectors. "Night club and live entertainment venues can return to welcoming customers (subject to capacity and standing limits for live events), however, it is vitally important that each venue operator utilises their skilled health and safety expertise, and exercises judgement and caution with due regard to protecting public health”

irishmirror Friday, October 22, 2021 9:28:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “The safe and viable return of the night time economy has been greatly anticipated, and welcomed, by the businesses and thousands of staff who bring Ireland’s cultural and nightlife economy to life. COVID is still a real threat to our society and the safety guidelines are necessary to balance public health while also facilitating the reopening of all sectors. Night club and live entertainment venues can return to welcoming customers (subject to capacity and standing limits for live events), however, it is vitally important that each venue operator utilises their skilled health and safety expertise, and exercises judgement and caution with due regard to protecting public health”

leinsterexpress Friday, October 22, 2021 9:05:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said ( about Tony Holohan ) : "What we don't want is congregation at the bars, and we would hope that customers would respect that, and want that because there is the element of public health safety that needs to be respected”. Do you have to wear a face mask? In nightclubs, facemasks must be worn, but they can be removed when drinking or while dancing. Pubs will require you to wear a mask when you are not seated. Will shifting be allowed? The question on everyone’s lips is whether or shifting will be allowed from tonight. And the answer is looking quite hopeful as Dr Tony Holohan told the Irish Mirror that although people coming closer together carries "

irishmirror Friday, October 22, 2021 11:54:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "You can go up to the bar in a queued orderly fashion with social distance and order your drink but you must come back and then sit at your table,"

irishexaminer Friday, October 22, 2021 9:58:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin added : "We hope this is progress for them. It’s the best we can do. It is moving in the right direction. "

irishexaminer Friday, October 22, 2021 4:21:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "I know that many students from MSVU have inquired about the MSVU connection to the legacy of Shubenacadie Residential School," "I am happy that they will see that there is action being taken to respond to their concerns as students"

CBC Friday, October 22, 2021 12:09:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “My intention as I said is that there would be a solution in the next 24 hours so the guidance has to come before the events open”

irishmirror Wednesday, October 20, 2021 10:01:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “My message to those who are engaged – to promoters, to venues, and to musicians - is to bear with us for another 24 hours,”

independent-ie Wednesday, October 20, 2021 7:48:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “It was a pleasure to visit The Model on Thursday, and to meet with members of Sligo’s artistic community. "The Model provides vital workplaces for rurally based artists and I was delighted to visit the studios of Michael Wann and Kari Cahill. Thanks to chairperson Bláithín Gallagher and director Emer McGarry for showing me their impressive facilities and introducing me to Artist in Residence at Sligo University Hospital Andy Parsons and musician in residence Nick Roth. There is exquisite talent in this part of the country”

independent-ie-regional Tuesday, October 19, 2021 10:04:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “It was a pleasure to visit The Model on Thursday, and to meet with members of Sligo’s artistic community. The Model provides vital workplaces for rurally based artists and I was delighted to visit the studios of Michael Wann and Kari Cahill. Thanks to chairperson Bláithín Gallagher and director Emer McGarry for showing me their impressive facilities and introducing me to Artist in Residence at Sligo University Hospital Andy Parsons and musician in residence Nick Roth. There is exquisite talent in this part of the country”

independent-ie-regional Tuesday, October 19, 2021 2:17:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "I want the nightclubs to reopen. As it stands we are heading for a full reopening on October 22,"

irishsun Thursday, October 14, 2021 10:15:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said ( about Secretary General ) : “There was a meeting of senior officials this morning chaired by my Secretary General. The presentation by Deputy Chief Medical Officer Ronan Glynn was a serious one,”

thejournal Wednesday, October 13, 2021 9:32:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "We have lost a giant of the national cultural landscape. "

heart Wednesday, October 13, 2021 11:33:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin commented ( about Paddy Maloney ) : “With the passing of Paddy Moloney, we have lost a giant of the national cultural landscape”

independent-UK Tuesday, October 12, 2021 5:10:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin stated ( about Paddy Maloney ) : “With the passing of Paddy Moloney, we have lost a giant of the national cultural landscape. Through the Chieftains, he brought the joy of Irish music to a global audience. His music was a source of celebration and pride for all of us. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam,”

irishexaminer Tuesday, October 12, 2021 3:33:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “We are seeing the effect and impact of antigen testing tonight. The expert group on antigen testing is due to report in the coming days” “We want everyone behind the scenes to be working again, that personal responsibility of the fans is needed to get people working again,”

independent-ie Thursday, September 30, 2021 9:13:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I hope that’s one of the restrictions lifted,”

independent-ie Thursday, September 30, 2021 9:13:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “There’s a lot to be considered for tourism supports, it's one of the issues we are looking at,”

independent-ie Thursday, September 30, 2021 9:13:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin says : “The industry has said it’s maybe something they would need …… no clear decision has been made”

todayfm Thursday, September 30, 2021 5:46:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “These events will provide much needed cultural experiences for both audiences and practitioners. The organisations funded under this scheme have shown great resilience and adaptability in the planning of their projects,”

independent-ie Monday, June 21, 2021 5:36:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am delighted to be able to offer this support to all of these local and regional bodies and to be part of creating new and vibrant exhibitions and online events,” “Our local and regional museums are an extremely important resource for culture and heritage in towns and villages across the country. They are vital within the community and it is imperative that we support their role in our cultural heritage”

anglocelt Sunday, June 20, 2021 5:59:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am delighted to be able to offer this support to all of these local and regional bodies and to be part of creating new and vibrant exhibitions and online events. Our local and regional museums are an extremely important resource for culture and heritage in towns and villages across the country. They are vital within the community and it is imperative that we support their role in our cultural heritage. Funding provided under this scheme over the past few years has allowed local and regional bodies to continue to enhance their exhibitions which improves the cultural offering for their communities and visitors. These cultural entities often run on modest budgets. They are such a wonderful outlet for the Irish people, especially in this time of uncertainty. I am very pleased to be able to support their renewal and development. As they re-open and recover, our cultural bodies can again offer their exhibitions and presentations along with the interesting new features for which support is being provided today”

beat102103 Friday, June 18, 2021 1:40:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am very pleased to announce this funding, which will encompass and support a wide range of performances over the coming summer months,” “I know this funding will assist in the employment of performers, artists, technicians, creative and performance support staff across the sector, bringing much-needed employment to many who have not had work for many, many months”

dundalkdemocrat Thursday, June 17, 2021 10:26:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am very pleased to announce this funding, which will encompass and support a wide range of performances over the coming summer months. "I know this funding will assist in the employment of performers, artists, technicians, creative and performance support staff across the sector, bringing much-needed employment to many who have not had work for many, many months. "I look forward to the high-quality artistic output, as demonstrated in the pilot, which has been so important and enjoyed by so many”

offalyexpress Wednesday, June 16, 2021 2:30:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin announced : "It has been a long and difficult 15 months for so many musicians, artists, venue operators, crew and audiences. I am delighted to announce the INEC gig, which is one in a series of pilot events my Department is providing to help us move towards a wider reopening of the live events sector,"

independent-ie-regional Wednesday, June 16, 2021 8:45:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I know this funding will assist in the employment of performers, artists, technicians, creative and performance support staff across the sector, bringing much-needed employment to many who have not had work for many, many months,” “I look forward to the high quality artistic output, as demonstrated in the pilot, which has been so important and enjoyed by so many,”

thejournal Tuesday, June 15, 2021 10:18:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "I have recently provided a further €5m under the Local Live Performance Programming Scheme for local authorities to engage local performers and crew to stage live performances in their areas, creating further employment opportunities over the coming months,"

irishexaminer Tuesday, June 15, 2021 7:54:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “This funding will help many artists continue to present their work online, reaching international audiences,” “I am delighted that the recently announced Government roadmap for international travel has enabled support of artists to travel again to present their work in person, starting with the prestigious Edinburgh International Festival this August,”

carlow-nationalist Tuesday, June 15, 2021 1:20:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin told : "Ireland is deeply concerned regarding the situation of media freedoms in Belarus. Independent journalists and media must be allowed to conduct their work free from harassment, intimidation, and fear. I reiterate Ireland's call for the Belarusian authorities to end the repression and restore fundamental rights and freedoms,"

irishsun Saturday, June 12, 2021 11:12:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "Over the past 3 years Cruinniú na nÓg has become a key date in Ireland's cultural calendar. It provides opportunities for Ireland's 1.2 million children and young people to be inquisitive, innovative and to fulfil an inner creative talent. The emphasis is always on participation and trying something new like knitting, drumming, stop-start animation, contemporary dance and so much more. All events are free and are accessible online"

independent-ie-regional Saturday, June 12, 2021 4:54:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "This is one in a series of pilots events that will help us plan for the safe management of events while Covid is still circulating in our communities as we move towards a wider re-opening of the live events sector,"

independent-ie-regional Saturday, June 12, 2021 2:39:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Today’s significant funding announcement will ensure world-class visitor attractions are created that will attract domestic and international tourists to the four locations which will not just benefit the counties where they’re located but will motivate people to stay longer and explore more widely across the region. This investment in creative and impactful large-scale visitor experiences is critical to strengthening Ireland’s reputation internationally as a must-visit holiday destination and provides a catalyst for further innovation in the tourism sector. This is the most significant investment in visitor attractions ever undertaken by Fáilte Ireland that will have far-reaching national and regional economic benefits”

donegaldemocrat Friday, June 11, 2021 3:25:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Ireland is deeply concerned regarding the situation of media freedoms in Belarus. Independent journalists and media must be allowed to conduct their work free from harassment, intimidation and fear,”

waterford-news Friday, June 11, 2021 2:12:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “This is the most significant investment in visitor attractions ever undertaken by Fáilte Ireland that will have far-reaching national and regional economic benefits,”

thejournal Thursday, June 10, 2021 7:43:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Today’s significant funding announcement will ensure world-class visitor attractions are created that will attract domestic and international tourists to the four locations which will not just benefit the counties where they’re located but will motivate people to stay longer and explore more widely across the region. This investment in creative and impactful large-scale visitor experiences is critical to strengthening Ireland’s reputation internationally as a must-visit holiday destination and provides a catalyst for further innovation in the tourism sector. This is the most significant investment in visitor attractions ever undertaken by Fáilte Ireland that will have far-reaching national and regional economic benefits”

westernpeople Thursday, June 10, 2021 2:58:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Today’s significant funding announcement will ensure world-class visitor attractions are created that will attract domestic and international tourists to the four locations which will not just benefit the counties where they’re located but will motivate people to stay longer and explore more widely across the region. "This investment in creative and impactful large-scale visitor experiences is critical to strengthening Ireland’s reputation internationally as a must-visit holiday destination and provides a catalyst for further innovation in the tourism sector. "This is the most significant investment in visitor attractions ever undertaken by Fáilte Ireland that will have far-reaching national and regional economic benefits”

con-telegraph Thursday, June 10, 2021 1:37:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “The line-up for the evening is fantastic and will help the Government to plan for the safe management of events whilst Covid is still circulating in our communities,” “I am so excited that we are reopening our stages, concerts, sports, our country and I have no doubt everyone who is lucky enough to attend will have a fantastic evening”

irishexaminer Wednesday, June 9, 2021 9:49:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "It has been a long and difficult 15 months for so many musicians, artists, venue operators, crew and audiences. "

irishmirror Wednesday, June 9, 2021 7:31:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : "Christopher Robson’s legacy is expansive, and his work has contributed greatly to contemporary LGBTI+ life in Ireland, and to wider society. "

RTERadio Wednesday, June 9, 2021 6:01:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : ”These pilot shows are an important first milestone on the way back to the safe and full recovery of live events, as we emerge from what has been a devastating crisis for this sector. Audiences, artists and arts workers are eager to reconnect through the shared experience of music and I am grateful to organisers at the National Concert Hall, the OPW, Dublin City Council, and of course James Vincent McMorrow and Sorcha Richardson for creating what promises to be a fantastic evening of entertainment. The National Concert Hall said it has implemented a range of control measures to ensure the protection and safety of performing artists, staff, and customers. These measures include staggered access times, clear and visible signage, socially distanced queuing systems, readily available hygiene stations in convenient locations, enhanced cleaning regimes, easily accessible toilet facilities, socially-distanced standing pods for attendees, and the wearing of masks when outside your pod. #Open journalism No news is bad news Support The Journal. Your contributions will help us continue to deliver the stories that are important to you Support us now Event staff will also be on hand to assist and direct patrons to ensure their safety and comfort. Robert Read, CEO of the National Concert Hall said: ”

thejournal Wednesday, June 2, 2021 4:12:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Accommodation and restaurants along with pubs and bars will be able to reopen their doors after this difficult period of enforced closure,”

thejournal Wednesday, June 2, 2021 8:21:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “These projects will allow us to listen to a diverse range of artists perform, both established and new, with a wide variety of styles. I am also happy to note that so many female artists will be supported,”

irishtimes Monday, May 31, 2021 6:59:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “We are reopening our stages, concerts, sports, our country. We are back to doing what we love, what makes us Irish, connecting with people as we move together towards the recovery”

belfasttelegraph Saturday, May 29, 2021 12:40:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "For the first time since early last year, we will see people gather to celebrate artists, enjoy sporting events, theatre productions and other entertainment,"

irishexaminer Friday, May 28, 2021 10:47:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I welcome this decision and hope women in the community now take up golf and perhaps in future we’ll see even more women go pro,”

thejournal Thursday, May 27, 2021 2:35:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I'd be advocating for it to be as soon as possible and that will be my voice with my Cabinet colleagues but of course at all times we have to be guided by public health advice,”

independent-ie Monday, May 24, 2021 7:48:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "Without withholding taxes from your unemployment benefits,"

usaToday Tuesday, May 18, 2021 8:46:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin recalled : “his last major act in the House of Commons in February 1847 was to make a powerful plea for relief for the victims of the Famine”

irishtimes Sunday, May 16, 2021 3:14:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “This scheme is an excellent way of increasing the visibility of the Irish language and I am delighted that owners of historic Irish shopfronts will have another opportunity to apply for funding under this year’s HSF. My department is looking forward to working with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage on this exciting and innovative scheme”

kilkennypeople Friday, May 14, 2021 7:13:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I’m really keen to conduct a number of live pilot events in the music, culture, and entertainment sectors, in both large and small-scale venues. Indoors and outdoors. In Dublin and outside Dublin,”

leinsterexpress Tuesday, May 11, 2021 1:40:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I’m really keen to conduct a number of live pilot events in the music, culture, and entertainment sectors, in both large and small-scale venues. Indoors and outdoors. In Dublin and outside Dublin,”

independent-ie Monday, May 10, 2021 11:18:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I asked them to do up a proposal and submit it to me on setting up, coordinating and managing large test events here. We’re now liaising with the Departments of the Taoiseach and Health,”

independent-ie Monday, May 10, 2021 11:18:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Cabinet today also agreed that my Department, along with the Department of Health and the Department of Taoiseach, will prepare proposals on the holding of a limited number of pilot large events for sport and music, including both indoor and outdoor”

irishexaminer Friday, April 30, 2021 1:48:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin added : "I also informed colleagues today that my Department is working on proposals for a phased approach to reopening small music venues (seated only), subject to health advice. "

RTERadio Thursday, April 29, 2021 11:42:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Details will be firmed up in the weeks ahead but I am delighted this gives our live events and sport a signal. We are a nation that loves arts, sport and entertainment and I will do my best to help them,”

thejournal Thursday, April 29, 2021 11:39:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Indoor is difficult. There’s no point in pretending to people it isn’t, indoor is more dangerous than outdoor,”

thejournal Thursday, April 29, 2021 11:39:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Many congratulations to TG4 and Fíbín Media in Connemara. To win the most original and innovative programme against regional broadcasters of much greater scale is some achievement. TG4’s Súil Eile is one we all admire. I am delighted to have funded the making of Samhlú. Our ambition was to showcase the extraordinary creative practice which thrived despite COVID, hence 126 artists featured from all over Ireland including new music from composer Bill Whelan. This is also a great tribute to the independent production community in the west”

tg4-ie Thursday, April 29, 2021 9:53:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : “The public health situation has meant that we were not able to give UEFA the assurances they required”

irishmirror Monday, April 26, 2021 1:06:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “We are all aware of how difficult a time this has been for everybody in the artistic community,”

kilkennypeople Saturday, April 24, 2021 8:44:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "Preparations for the hosting of the EURO 2020 games in Dublin were at an advanced stage when the pandemic hit and UEFA took the decision on March 17th 2020 to postpone the tournament. “Work on the tournament in Dublin continued into 2021 and we were hopeful that we were all set to host a fantastic tournament in Dublin in June. "

longfordleader Friday, April 23, 2021 7:25:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "Preparations for the hosting of the EURO 2020 games in Dublin were at an advanced stage when the pandemic hit and UEFA took the decision on March 17th 2020 to postpone the tournament. Work on the tournament in Dublin continued into 2021 and we were hopeful that we were all set to host a fantastic tournament in Dublin in June. "

irishexaminer Friday, April 23, 2021 2:47:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “In the face of such an unprecedented year, the Business to Arts Awards remind us of the resilience and ingenuity of creative partnerships and the positive impact that they can deliver,”

irishtimes Thursday, April 22, 2021 1:56:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “In the face of such an unprecedented year, the Business to Arts Awards remind us of the resilience and ingenuity of creative partnerships and the positive impact that they can deliver,”

irishtimes Wednesday, April 21, 2021 8:59:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : "It will support the local economy and the outdoor water-based activity sector by significantly improving the overall visitor experience, providing new business and job opportunities in local communities, particularly in rural areas and allowing for an extension of the traditional tourism season beyond the summer months,"

eecho Thursday, April 15, 2021 7:38:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : "It will support the local economy and the outdoor water-based activity sector by significantly improving the overall visitor experience, providing new business and job opportunities in local communities, particularly in rural areas and allowing for an extension of the traditional tourism season beyond the summer months,"

eecho Thursday, April 15, 2021 3:34:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : “extension of the traditional tourism season beyond the summer months,”

carlow-nationalist Thursday, April 15, 2021 2:11:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Due consideration should be given to the density and height of the proposed development as it does not reflect the scale of the neighbourhood…and is contrary to that specified in the Goatstown Local Area Plan in how the protection of residential amenity should be to the forefront of any development in the area”

independent-ie Monday, April 12, 2021 7:45:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said ( about Shay Healy ) : “Shay Healy was a gifted songwriter and a national treasure. His beautiful song writing inspired a generation of Irish artists to take their place on the world stage”

independent-ie Saturday, April 10, 2021 2:00:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am delighted that work is progressing on the Dalymount Park project,”

thejournal Friday, April 9, 2021 4:52:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am delighted that work is progressing on the Dalymount Park project. The funding being provided by my Department will allow the detailed design work to be completed and I look forward to further engagement with Dublin City Council when the project is ready to move to the construction stage. While it is particularly significant for the soccer community, the project will benefit the entire community and play a significant part in the regeneration of the Phibsborough area”

carlow-nationalist Friday, April 9, 2021 2:39:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am delighted that work is progressing on the Dalymount Park project. The funding being provided by my Department will allow the detailed design work to be completed and I look forward to further engagement with Dublin City Council when the project is ready to move to the construction stage. While it is particularly significant for the soccer community, the project will benefit the entire community and play a significant part in the regeneration of the Phibsborough area”

waterford-news Friday, April 9, 2021 1:15:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : “Veronica Dunne will also be remembered for her great voice and her impressive career as an opera singer – both at home and abroad – for many years in many different roles. She was much loved for her contribution to music, to teaching and encouraging up and coming musicians”

thejournal Monday, April 5, 2021 11:24:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “She was a real trailblazer as a musician, teacher and an utterly inspiring woman, with an incredible career that spanned 70 years. She leaves in her wake a long line of gifted singers and she has inspired generations of musicians worldwide,” “Veronica Dunne will also be remembered for her great voice and her impressive career as an opera singer - both at home and abroad - for many years in many different roles. She was much loved for her contribution to music, to teaching and encouraging up and coming musicians. "She will be remembered for the Veronica Dunne International Singing Competition which is dedicated to discovering the outstanding opera singers of the future. I wish to offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Veronica at this very difficult time”

independent-ie Monday, April 5, 2021 11:14:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "She leaves in her wake a long line of gifted singers and inspired generations of musicians worldwide,"

irishexaminer Monday, April 5, 2021 9:48:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said ( about Finn Harps ) : “This is excellent news for the FAI, Finn Harps Football Club and the football community in Donegal. The government is committed to investing in our sport infrastructure and we have ambitious plans to enhance investment in the LSSIF and the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme in the years ahead”

independent-ie Friday, April 2, 2021 12:10:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin stated : "The aim is to support jobs and businesses and to transform appropriate outdoor spaces within our cities and towns as welcoming, vibrant places that will help support economic recovery,"

offalyindependent Wednesday, March 31, 2021 8:20:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : “We are looking for projects that can meaningfully connect people with the profound changes happening in our environment, society and economy, and which can transform that connection into climate action and behaviour change,”

agriland Wednesday, March 31, 2021 4:49:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “This Scheme has two main objectives: firstly, to enable individual tourism and hospitality businesses increase their dining and seating capacity in the short-term and secondly to enable a long-term strategy for local authorities to develop appropriate permanent weatherproofed outdoor dining infrastructure. The aim is to support jobs and businesses and to transform appropriate outdoor spaces within our cities and towns as welcoming, vibrant places that will help support economic recovery. This funding announcement further strengthens this Government’s commitment to the development of rural towns, as outlined in the ‘Our Rural Future’ plan announced earlier this week”

longfordleader Wednesday, March 31, 2021 1:29:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “very many people in the hospitality and entertainment industries will be bitterly disappointed by this news”

thejournal Friday, December 3, 2021 10:23:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "I believe that has to come back in society all around, where artists are given the room and the time to do their creative work so that we have something for the future,"

CBC Friday, November 26, 2021 1:14:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “The live events sector has been particularly badly hit by the pandemic. I have allocated over €25m to support the sector across 2021, with events up to end October funded under the LPSS. I am now making a second strand of that funding scheme available for seasonal musical theatre and pantomimes of scale, who could not avail of LPSS earlier in the year. I know that these pantomimes are critical to the annual financial viability of these venues”

foreignaffairs-nz Thursday, November 25, 2021 7:57:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin says : “I congratulate Hot Press and the IBI for developing the Irish Music Month and ‘A New Local Hero’ initiatives. I was delighted to be able to support these projects from the additional €1.4m of funding I secured to assist the live music sector within the BAI’s Sound and Vision scheme”

kclr96fm Friday, November 19, 2021 1:01:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin admitted : “There are very real issues with children accessing content that was not designed for their age group at all,”

independent-ie Monday, November 15, 2021 11:10:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin concluded : “We were very fortunate to have a good domestic summer but we are still in a recovery phase and it will be important for key industry leaders and workers to come together and present a united approach as we look to restore inbound overseas tourism figures and I am looking forward to meeting and engaging with those who attend the tourism gathering,”

leinsterleader Friday, November 12, 2021 12:39:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said ( about Hospice Foundation ) : “I am conscious that every community in Ireland has been affected by this terrible pandemic. "Not only did COVID take so many of our loved ones, it also disrupted our traditional ways of grieving and memorialising. I recognize that the arts, culture and creativity can bring comfort and help people grieve and remember in some tangible way. "With funding from my department through the Creative Ireland Programme, I am delighted that Irish Hospice Foundation can continue its important support for people and communities to cope with bereavement through creative and artistic expression”

kilkennypeople Thursday, October 28, 2021 1:28:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I would like to congratulate the beautiful city of Dublin on being recognised as one of the best cities to visit in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2022. This is a wonderful accolade for the city and very well deserved. It has been such a difficult period for our tourism industry and this is a timely reminder that Ireland and in particular Dublin remains a world class holiday destination”

westernpeople Thursday, October 28, 2021 10:59:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I would like to congratulate the beautiful city of Dublin on being recognised as one of the best cities to visit in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2022. This is a wonderful accolade for the city and very well deserved. It has been such a difficult period for our tourism industry and this is a timely reminder that Ireland and in particular Dublin remains a world class holiday destination”

carlow-nationalist Thursday, October 28, 2021 10:03:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “The safe and viable return of the night time economy has been greatly anticipated, and welcomed, by the businesses and thousands of staff who bring Ireland’s cultural and nightlife economy to life. COVID is still a real threat to our society and the safety guidelines are necessary to balance public health while also facilitating the reopening of all sectors. Night club and live entertainment venues can return to welcoming customers (subject to capacity and standing limits for live events), however, it is vitally important that each venue operator utilises their skilled health and safety expertise, and exercises judgement and caution with due regard to protecting public health”

foreignaffairs-nz Tuesday, October 26, 2021 5:58:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “The safe and viable return of the night time economy has been greatly anticipated, and welcomed, by the businesses and thousands of staff who bring Ireland’s cultural and nightlife economy to life. "Covid is still a real threat to our society and the safety guidelines are necessary to balance public health while also facilitating the reopening of all sectors. "Night club and live entertainment venues can return to welcoming customers (subject to capacity and standing limits for live events), however, it is vitally important that each venue operator utilises their skilled health and safety expertise, and exercises judgement and caution with due regard to protecting public health”

irishmirror Friday, October 22, 2021 9:28:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “The safe and viable return of the night time economy has been greatly anticipated, and welcomed, by the businesses and thousands of staff who bring Ireland’s cultural and nightlife economy to life. COVID is still a real threat to our society and the safety guidelines are necessary to balance public health while also facilitating the reopening of all sectors. Night club and live entertainment venues can return to welcoming customers (subject to capacity and standing limits for live events), however, it is vitally important that each venue operator utilises their skilled health and safety expertise, and exercises judgement and caution with due regard to protecting public health”

leinsterexpress Friday, October 22, 2021 9:05:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said ( about Tony Holohan ) : "What we don't want is congregation at the bars, and we would hope that customers would respect that, and want that because there is the element of public health safety that needs to be respected”. Do you have to wear a face mask? In nightclubs, facemasks must be worn, but they can be removed when drinking or while dancing. Pubs will require you to wear a mask when you are not seated. Will shifting be allowed? The question on everyone’s lips is whether or shifting will be allowed from tonight. And the answer is looking quite hopeful as Dr Tony Holohan told the Irish Mirror that although people coming closer together carries "

irishmirror Friday, October 22, 2021 11:54:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "You can go up to the bar in a queued orderly fashion with social distance and order your drink but you must come back and then sit at your table,"

irishexaminer Friday, October 22, 2021 9:58:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin added : "We hope this is progress for them. It’s the best we can do. It is moving in the right direction. "

irishexaminer Friday, October 22, 2021 4:21:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "I know that many students from MSVU have inquired about the MSVU connection to the legacy of Shubenacadie Residential School," "I am happy that they will see that there is action being taken to respond to their concerns as students"

CBC Friday, October 22, 2021 12:09:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “My intention as I said is that there would be a solution in the next 24 hours so the guidance has to come before the events open”

irishmirror Wednesday, October 20, 2021 10:01:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “My message to those who are engaged – to promoters, to venues, and to musicians - is to bear with us for another 24 hours,”

independent-ie Wednesday, October 20, 2021 7:48:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “It was a pleasure to visit The Model on Thursday, and to meet with members of Sligo’s artistic community. "The Model provides vital workplaces for rurally based artists and I was delighted to visit the studios of Michael Wann and Kari Cahill. Thanks to chairperson Bláithín Gallagher and director Emer McGarry for showing me their impressive facilities and introducing me to Artist in Residence at Sligo University Hospital Andy Parsons and musician in residence Nick Roth. There is exquisite talent in this part of the country”

independent-ie-regional Tuesday, October 19, 2021 10:04:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “It was a pleasure to visit The Model on Thursday, and to meet with members of Sligo’s artistic community. The Model provides vital workplaces for rurally based artists and I was delighted to visit the studios of Michael Wann and Kari Cahill. Thanks to chairperson Bláithín Gallagher and director Emer McGarry for showing me their impressive facilities and introducing me to Artist in Residence at Sligo University Hospital Andy Parsons and musician in residence Nick Roth. There is exquisite talent in this part of the country”

independent-ie-regional Tuesday, October 19, 2021 2:17:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "I want the nightclubs to reopen. As it stands we are heading for a full reopening on October 22,"

irishsun Thursday, October 14, 2021 10:15:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said ( about Secretary General ) : “There was a meeting of senior officials this morning chaired by my Secretary General. The presentation by Deputy Chief Medical Officer Ronan Glynn was a serious one,”

thejournal Wednesday, October 13, 2021 9:32:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "We have lost a giant of the national cultural landscape. "

heart Wednesday, October 13, 2021 11:33:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin commented ( about Paddy Maloney ) : “With the passing of Paddy Moloney, we have lost a giant of the national cultural landscape”

independent-UK Tuesday, October 12, 2021 5:10:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin stated ( about Paddy Maloney ) : “With the passing of Paddy Moloney, we have lost a giant of the national cultural landscape. Through the Chieftains, he brought the joy of Irish music to a global audience. His music was a source of celebration and pride for all of us. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam,”

irishexaminer Tuesday, October 12, 2021 3:33:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “We are seeing the effect and impact of antigen testing tonight. The expert group on antigen testing is due to report in the coming days” “We want everyone behind the scenes to be working again, that personal responsibility of the fans is needed to get people working again,”

independent-ie Thursday, September 30, 2021 9:13:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I hope that’s one of the restrictions lifted,”

independent-ie Thursday, September 30, 2021 9:13:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “There’s a lot to be considered for tourism supports, it's one of the issues we are looking at,”

independent-ie Thursday, September 30, 2021 9:13:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin says : “The industry has said it’s maybe something they would need …… no clear decision has been made”

todayfm Thursday, September 30, 2021 5:46:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “These events will provide much needed cultural experiences for both audiences and practitioners. The organisations funded under this scheme have shown great resilience and adaptability in the planning of their projects,”

independent-ie Monday, June 21, 2021 5:36:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am delighted to be able to offer this support to all of these local and regional bodies and to be part of creating new and vibrant exhibitions and online events,” “Our local and regional museums are an extremely important resource for culture and heritage in towns and villages across the country. They are vital within the community and it is imperative that we support their role in our cultural heritage”

anglocelt Sunday, June 20, 2021 5:59:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am delighted to be able to offer this support to all of these local and regional bodies and to be part of creating new and vibrant exhibitions and online events. Our local and regional museums are an extremely important resource for culture and heritage in towns and villages across the country. They are vital within the community and it is imperative that we support their role in our cultural heritage. Funding provided under this scheme over the past few years has allowed local and regional bodies to continue to enhance their exhibitions which improves the cultural offering for their communities and visitors. These cultural entities often run on modest budgets. They are such a wonderful outlet for the Irish people, especially in this time of uncertainty. I am very pleased to be able to support their renewal and development. As they re-open and recover, our cultural bodies can again offer their exhibitions and presentations along with the interesting new features for which support is being provided today”

beat102103 Friday, June 18, 2021 1:40:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am very pleased to announce this funding, which will encompass and support a wide range of performances over the coming summer months,” “I know this funding will assist in the employment of performers, artists, technicians, creative and performance support staff across the sector, bringing much-needed employment to many who have not had work for many, many months”

dundalkdemocrat Thursday, June 17, 2021 10:26:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am very pleased to announce this funding, which will encompass and support a wide range of performances over the coming summer months. "I know this funding will assist in the employment of performers, artists, technicians, creative and performance support staff across the sector, bringing much-needed employment to many who have not had work for many, many months. "I look forward to the high-quality artistic output, as demonstrated in the pilot, which has been so important and enjoyed by so many”

offalyexpress Wednesday, June 16, 2021 2:30:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin announced : "It has been a long and difficult 15 months for so many musicians, artists, venue operators, crew and audiences. I am delighted to announce the INEC gig, which is one in a series of pilot events my Department is providing to help us move towards a wider reopening of the live events sector,"

independent-ie-regional Wednesday, June 16, 2021 8:45:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I know this funding will assist in the employment of performers, artists, technicians, creative and performance support staff across the sector, bringing much-needed employment to many who have not had work for many, many months,” “I look forward to the high quality artistic output, as demonstrated in the pilot, which has been so important and enjoyed by so many,”

thejournal Tuesday, June 15, 2021 10:18:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "I have recently provided a further €5m under the Local Live Performance Programming Scheme for local authorities to engage local performers and crew to stage live performances in their areas, creating further employment opportunities over the coming months,"

irishexaminer Tuesday, June 15, 2021 7:54:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “This funding will help many artists continue to present their work online, reaching international audiences,” “I am delighted that the recently announced Government roadmap for international travel has enabled support of artists to travel again to present their work in person, starting with the prestigious Edinburgh International Festival this August,”

carlow-nationalist Tuesday, June 15, 2021 1:20:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin told : "Ireland is deeply concerned regarding the situation of media freedoms in Belarus. Independent journalists and media must be allowed to conduct their work free from harassment, intimidation, and fear. I reiterate Ireland's call for the Belarusian authorities to end the repression and restore fundamental rights and freedoms,"

irishsun Saturday, June 12, 2021 11:12:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "Over the past 3 years Cruinniú na nÓg has become a key date in Ireland's cultural calendar. It provides opportunities for Ireland's 1.2 million children and young people to be inquisitive, innovative and to fulfil an inner creative talent. The emphasis is always on participation and trying something new like knitting, drumming, stop-start animation, contemporary dance and so much more. All events are free and are accessible online"

independent-ie-regional Saturday, June 12, 2021 4:54:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "This is one in a series of pilots events that will help us plan for the safe management of events while Covid is still circulating in our communities as we move towards a wider re-opening of the live events sector,"

independent-ie-regional Saturday, June 12, 2021 2:39:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Today’s significant funding announcement will ensure world-class visitor attractions are created that will attract domestic and international tourists to the four locations which will not just benefit the counties where they’re located but will motivate people to stay longer and explore more widely across the region. This investment in creative and impactful large-scale visitor experiences is critical to strengthening Ireland’s reputation internationally as a must-visit holiday destination and provides a catalyst for further innovation in the tourism sector. This is the most significant investment in visitor attractions ever undertaken by Fáilte Ireland that will have far-reaching national and regional economic benefits”

donegaldemocrat Friday, June 11, 2021 3:25:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Ireland is deeply concerned regarding the situation of media freedoms in Belarus. Independent journalists and media must be allowed to conduct their work free from harassment, intimidation and fear,”

waterford-news Friday, June 11, 2021 2:12:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “This is the most significant investment in visitor attractions ever undertaken by Fáilte Ireland that will have far-reaching national and regional economic benefits,”

thejournal Thursday, June 10, 2021 7:43:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Today’s significant funding announcement will ensure world-class visitor attractions are created that will attract domestic and international tourists to the four locations which will not just benefit the counties where they’re located but will motivate people to stay longer and explore more widely across the region. This investment in creative and impactful large-scale visitor experiences is critical to strengthening Ireland’s reputation internationally as a must-visit holiday destination and provides a catalyst for further innovation in the tourism sector. This is the most significant investment in visitor attractions ever undertaken by Fáilte Ireland that will have far-reaching national and regional economic benefits”

westernpeople Thursday, June 10, 2021 2:58:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Today’s significant funding announcement will ensure world-class visitor attractions are created that will attract domestic and international tourists to the four locations which will not just benefit the counties where they’re located but will motivate people to stay longer and explore more widely across the region. "This investment in creative and impactful large-scale visitor experiences is critical to strengthening Ireland’s reputation internationally as a must-visit holiday destination and provides a catalyst for further innovation in the tourism sector. "This is the most significant investment in visitor attractions ever undertaken by Fáilte Ireland that will have far-reaching national and regional economic benefits”

con-telegraph Thursday, June 10, 2021 1:37:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “The line-up for the evening is fantastic and will help the Government to plan for the safe management of events whilst Covid is still circulating in our communities,” “I am so excited that we are reopening our stages, concerts, sports, our country and I have no doubt everyone who is lucky enough to attend will have a fantastic evening”

irishexaminer Wednesday, June 9, 2021 9:49:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "It has been a long and difficult 15 months for so many musicians, artists, venue operators, crew and audiences. "

irishmirror Wednesday, June 9, 2021 7:31:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : "Christopher Robson’s legacy is expansive, and his work has contributed greatly to contemporary LGBTI+ life in Ireland, and to wider society. "

RTERadio Wednesday, June 9, 2021 6:01:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : ”These pilot shows are an important first milestone on the way back to the safe and full recovery of live events, as we emerge from what has been a devastating crisis for this sector. Audiences, artists and arts workers are eager to reconnect through the shared experience of music and I am grateful to organisers at the National Concert Hall, the OPW, Dublin City Council, and of course James Vincent McMorrow and Sorcha Richardson for creating what promises to be a fantastic evening of entertainment. The National Concert Hall said it has implemented a range of control measures to ensure the protection and safety of performing artists, staff, and customers. These measures include staggered access times, clear and visible signage, socially distanced queuing systems, readily available hygiene stations in convenient locations, enhanced cleaning regimes, easily accessible toilet facilities, socially-distanced standing pods for attendees, and the wearing of masks when outside your pod. #Open journalism No news is bad news Support The Journal. Your contributions will help us continue to deliver the stories that are important to you Support us now Event staff will also be on hand to assist and direct patrons to ensure their safety and comfort. Robert Read, CEO of the National Concert Hall said: ”

thejournal Wednesday, June 2, 2021 4:12:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Accommodation and restaurants along with pubs and bars will be able to reopen their doors after this difficult period of enforced closure,”

thejournal Wednesday, June 2, 2021 8:21:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “These projects will allow us to listen to a diverse range of artists perform, both established and new, with a wide variety of styles. I am also happy to note that so many female artists will be supported,”

irishtimes Monday, May 31, 2021 6:59:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “We are reopening our stages, concerts, sports, our country. We are back to doing what we love, what makes us Irish, connecting with people as we move together towards the recovery”

belfasttelegraph Saturday, May 29, 2021 12:40:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "For the first time since early last year, we will see people gather to celebrate artists, enjoy sporting events, theatre productions and other entertainment,"

irishexaminer Friday, May 28, 2021 10:47:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I welcome this decision and hope women in the community now take up golf and perhaps in future we’ll see even more women go pro,”

thejournal Thursday, May 27, 2021 2:35:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I'd be advocating for it to be as soon as possible and that will be my voice with my Cabinet colleagues but of course at all times we have to be guided by public health advice,”

independent-ie Monday, May 24, 2021 7:48:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "Without withholding taxes from your unemployment benefits,"

usaToday Tuesday, May 18, 2021 8:46:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin recalled : “his last major act in the House of Commons in February 1847 was to make a powerful plea for relief for the victims of the Famine”

irishtimes Sunday, May 16, 2021 3:14:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “This scheme is an excellent way of increasing the visibility of the Irish language and I am delighted that owners of historic Irish shopfronts will have another opportunity to apply for funding under this year’s HSF. My department is looking forward to working with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage on this exciting and innovative scheme”

kilkennypeople Friday, May 14, 2021 7:13:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I’m really keen to conduct a number of live pilot events in the music, culture, and entertainment sectors, in both large and small-scale venues. Indoors and outdoors. In Dublin and outside Dublin,”

leinsterexpress Tuesday, May 11, 2021 1:40:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I’m really keen to conduct a number of live pilot events in the music, culture, and entertainment sectors, in both large and small-scale venues. Indoors and outdoors. In Dublin and outside Dublin,”

independent-ie Monday, May 10, 2021 11:18:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I asked them to do up a proposal and submit it to me on setting up, coordinating and managing large test events here. We’re now liaising with the Departments of the Taoiseach and Health,”

independent-ie Monday, May 10, 2021 11:18:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Cabinet today also agreed that my Department, along with the Department of Health and the Department of Taoiseach, will prepare proposals on the holding of a limited number of pilot large events for sport and music, including both indoor and outdoor”

irishexaminer Friday, April 30, 2021 1:48:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin added : "I also informed colleagues today that my Department is working on proposals for a phased approach to reopening small music venues (seated only), subject to health advice. "

RTERadio Thursday, April 29, 2021 11:42:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Details will be firmed up in the weeks ahead but I am delighted this gives our live events and sport a signal. We are a nation that loves arts, sport and entertainment and I will do my best to help them,”

thejournal Thursday, April 29, 2021 11:39:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Indoor is difficult. There’s no point in pretending to people it isn’t, indoor is more dangerous than outdoor,”

thejournal Thursday, April 29, 2021 11:39:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Many congratulations to TG4 and Fíbín Media in Connemara. To win the most original and innovative programme against regional broadcasters of much greater scale is some achievement. TG4’s Súil Eile is one we all admire. I am delighted to have funded the making of Samhlú. Our ambition was to showcase the extraordinary creative practice which thrived despite COVID, hence 126 artists featured from all over Ireland including new music from composer Bill Whelan. This is also a great tribute to the independent production community in the west”

tg4-ie Thursday, April 29, 2021 9:53:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : “The public health situation has meant that we were not able to give UEFA the assurances they required”

irishmirror Monday, April 26, 2021 1:06:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “We are all aware of how difficult a time this has been for everybody in the artistic community,”

kilkennypeople Saturday, April 24, 2021 8:44:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "Preparations for the hosting of the EURO 2020 games in Dublin were at an advanced stage when the pandemic hit and UEFA took the decision on March 17th 2020 to postpone the tournament. “Work on the tournament in Dublin continued into 2021 and we were hopeful that we were all set to host a fantastic tournament in Dublin in June. "

longfordleader Friday, April 23, 2021 7:25:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "Preparations for the hosting of the EURO 2020 games in Dublin were at an advanced stage when the pandemic hit and UEFA took the decision on March 17th 2020 to postpone the tournament. Work on the tournament in Dublin continued into 2021 and we were hopeful that we were all set to host a fantastic tournament in Dublin in June. "

irishexaminer Friday, April 23, 2021 2:47:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “In the face of such an unprecedented year, the Business to Arts Awards remind us of the resilience and ingenuity of creative partnerships and the positive impact that they can deliver,”

irishtimes Thursday, April 22, 2021 1:56:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “In the face of such an unprecedented year, the Business to Arts Awards remind us of the resilience and ingenuity of creative partnerships and the positive impact that they can deliver,”

irishtimes Wednesday, April 21, 2021 8:59:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : "It will support the local economy and the outdoor water-based activity sector by significantly improving the overall visitor experience, providing new business and job opportunities in local communities, particularly in rural areas and allowing for an extension of the traditional tourism season beyond the summer months,"

eecho Thursday, April 15, 2021 7:38:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : "It will support the local economy and the outdoor water-based activity sector by significantly improving the overall visitor experience, providing new business and job opportunities in local communities, particularly in rural areas and allowing for an extension of the traditional tourism season beyond the summer months,"

eecho Thursday, April 15, 2021 3:34:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : “extension of the traditional tourism season beyond the summer months,”

carlow-nationalist Thursday, April 15, 2021 2:11:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “Due consideration should be given to the density and height of the proposed development as it does not reflect the scale of the neighbourhood…and is contrary to that specified in the Goatstown Local Area Plan in how the protection of residential amenity should be to the forefront of any development in the area”

independent-ie Monday, April 12, 2021 7:45:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said ( about Shay Healy ) : “Shay Healy was a gifted songwriter and a national treasure. His beautiful song writing inspired a generation of Irish artists to take their place on the world stage”

independent-ie Saturday, April 10, 2021 2:00:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am delighted that work is progressing on the Dalymount Park project,”

thejournal Friday, April 9, 2021 4:52:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am delighted that work is progressing on the Dalymount Park project. The funding being provided by my Department will allow the detailed design work to be completed and I look forward to further engagement with Dublin City Council when the project is ready to move to the construction stage. While it is particularly significant for the soccer community, the project will benefit the entire community and play a significant part in the regeneration of the Phibsborough area”

carlow-nationalist Friday, April 9, 2021 2:39:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “I am delighted that work is progressing on the Dalymount Park project. The funding being provided by my Department will allow the detailed design work to be completed and I look forward to further engagement with Dublin City Council when the project is ready to move to the construction stage. While it is particularly significant for the soccer community, the project will benefit the entire community and play a significant part in the regeneration of the Phibsborough area”

waterford-news Friday, April 9, 2021 1:15:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : “Veronica Dunne will also be remembered for her great voice and her impressive career as an opera singer – both at home and abroad – for many years in many different roles. She was much loved for her contribution to music, to teaching and encouraging up and coming musicians”

thejournal Monday, April 5, 2021 11:24:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “She was a real trailblazer as a musician, teacher and an utterly inspiring woman, with an incredible career that spanned 70 years. She leaves in her wake a long line of gifted singers and she has inspired generations of musicians worldwide,” “Veronica Dunne will also be remembered for her great voice and her impressive career as an opera singer - both at home and abroad - for many years in many different roles. She was much loved for her contribution to music, to teaching and encouraging up and coming musicians. "She will be remembered for the Veronica Dunne International Singing Competition which is dedicated to discovering the outstanding opera singers of the future. I wish to offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Veronica at this very difficult time”

independent-ie Monday, April 5, 2021 11:14:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : "She leaves in her wake a long line of gifted singers and inspired generations of musicians worldwide,"

irishexaminer Monday, April 5, 2021 9:48:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said ( about Finn Harps ) : “This is excellent news for the FAI, Finn Harps Football Club and the football community in Donegal. The government is committed to investing in our sport infrastructure and we have ambitious plans to enhance investment in the LSSIF and the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme in the years ahead”

independent-ie Friday, April 2, 2021 12:10:00 AM EAT

Catherine Martin stated : "The aim is to support jobs and businesses and to transform appropriate outdoor spaces within our cities and towns as welcoming, vibrant places that will help support economic recovery,"

offalyindependent Wednesday, March 31, 2021 8:20:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin added : “We are looking for projects that can meaningfully connect people with the profound changes happening in our environment, society and economy, and which can transform that connection into climate action and behaviour change,”

agriland Wednesday, March 31, 2021 4:49:00 PM EAT

Catherine Martin said : “This Scheme has two main objectives: firstly, to enable individual tourism and hospitality businesses increase their dining and seating capacity in the short-term and secondly to enable a long-term strategy for local authorities to develop appropriate permanent weatherproofed outdoor dining infrastructure. The aim is to support jobs and businesses and to transform appropriate outdoor spaces within our cities and towns as welcoming, vibrant places that will help support economic recovery. This funding announcement further strengthens this Government’s commitment to the development of rural towns, as outlined in the ‘Our Rural Future’ plan announced earlier this week”

longfordleader Wednesday, March 31, 2021 1:29:00 PM EAT