Ms Kennelly's five-year term as director of the Arts Council ended recently, but she agreed to stay on for upcoming hearings. The council is set to address an abandoned IT project that overran costs, initially budgeted at €3m but reaching €6.675m before abandonment. The council faces scrutiny from the Public Accounts Committee, with concerns about continued use of outdated systems. The chair praised Kennelly's dedication, acknowledging her impact during significant cultural shifts in the arts sector amidst the challenges of the pandemic.
"Maureen is truly of the arts. For her, the role of Director was a vocation, not merely a job. Her commitment and passion were evident every day."
"The Arts Council is set to appear before PAC this Thursday, when it will be asked about an abandoned IT project, in what will be the first major hearing before the committee since the formation of the 34th Dáil."
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