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Doherty commissioned for tourism
study
02.06.10
DONEGAL Senator Pearse
Doherty has been approved by the Oireachtas
Committee on Arts, Sport and Tourism, to compile a
report on the tourism sector and its potential for
job creation.
“Tourism, particularly in western counties, holds
major potential for job creation, yet that potential
is not been realised. Ireland needs to examine how
best to tap into the tourist market and ensure that
all the advantages and attractions that we have are
being promoted."
Senator Doherty said the potential of the tourism
sector needed to be embraced to create much-needed
jobs, particularly in rural communities. |
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"In my report I intend
to examine all of these issues and provide the
committee and Government with concrete
recommendations that will both create jobs within
this sector and also attract more visitors to our
regions.
“I am delighted that I have the opportunity to
compile a report for the Joint Oireachtas Committee,
on the issue of the potential for job creation in
the tourism sector. There is a responsibility on all
of us who are in positions of influence to step up
to the mark and provide solutions to our economic
situation. This report will be a part of my
contribution."
The Donegal senator's previous report 'Awakening the
West – Overcoming Social and Economic Inequality'
examined the tourism sector in the west, its
potential and its deficiencies.
In his new study, he says he will take "a more
in-depth look" into the tourism sector and examine
particularly how it can be used to create jobs and
"get Ireland back to work". |
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