There will be significant changes made to the Arts Council in the wake of its failed €6.7m IT project, ministers will hear on Tuesday. Arts minister Patrick O’Donovan will update Government on the independent review into the Arts Council, with the report outlining 149 recommendations and including legislative proposals to improve the body. The report by Niamh Brennan says there are several key factors which lead to the failed Arts Council IT project. It describes the risk culture within the Arts Council as being “immature”, while also raising concerns about limited board oversight. Mr Chambers will tell ministers about the work of the clearing house, which focuses on utilities and transport projects.

Source: Irish Examiner January 20, 2026 16:00 UTC