In regard to the commemoration events, has any thought be given to an appropriate way to mark the centenary of the birth of Walter Macken, a renowned novelist and playwright who rose to international prominence? Many people in Galway and the west have brought this matter to the attention of the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. Has the Government considered this proposal?

It is a long time since I read his books. I thank the Deputy for raising this issue. The birth of W.B. Yeats and others is commemorated but that is not the case in regard to Walter Macken. I will have the matter raised with the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. There is a range of opportunities for communities all over the country to commemorate many of these issues in an appropriate way. I will refer the matter to the group tasked with considering all of these issues.