asked the Minister for Industry, Trade, Commerce and Tourism when he proposes outlining his plans for tourism as indicated in the national plan Building on Reality, 1985-1987.

As the Deputy is aware Building on Reality, 1985-1987 identified the major factors which will determine the future development of the tourist industry. Since a number of these factors impinge upon areas the responsibility of other Ministers, it has been necessary to have detailed consultations before finalising proposals for the further development of the industry. This necessary preparatory work is now at an advanced stage and the Minister and I hope to be in a position to make a further statement in regard to the outcome of our work in the near future.

Would the Minister of State confirm that there exists in his Department at the moment an internal strategy document dealing with tourism? Will he make it available to the House at an early date?

Based on the broad outlines for the development of tourism as set out in Building on Reality, consultation has been engaged in with a number of Departments involved. When those consultations are concluded — as I have said, they are at an advanced state — the Minister and I will be making a statement on the policy.