5.49 Entrepreneurism is a major strand of the revised principles. Cultural organisations, the Minister argues, should not be protected from market forces. 5.51 Cultural diversity and cultural education are major forces driving the review of principles. The Media Act protects elements of Dutch culture. The Cultural Policy Document is a cross government document, taking a thematic approach and includes projects with other government departments.
Local government has little resources or power but there are local arts committees.
Priorities include access, inclusion, and regional balance, knowledge and the opportunity to participate in Irish artistic traditions. 5.58 Tax incentives and active promotion have led to Ireland being used as a major film production base. 5.59 Tax exemption for earnings from original and creative work with cultural or artistic merit has attracted artists to live in Ireland. The Aosdana is an affiliation of up to 200 creative artists. Members resident in Ireland are eligible for a five-year grant to enable them to work full time on their art.