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20/03/2013
Ministers Call For Further Film Projects
During a visit to America, Peter Robinson and Martin McGuinness have said they hope to attract further filming projects for Northern Ireland.
The First and Deputy First Ministers made the comments while in Los Angeles.
Belfast has become a popular destination for film crews with a third series of HBO's hit Game of Thrones filmed at the Titanic Studios in the city.
Mr Robinson said they wanted Northern Ireland to continue to develop its reputation as a locatoin for creative industries to invest.
He said: "Game of Thrones has generated up to £65m direct spend in the local economy. We will continue to build on our highly successful relationship with HBO and have made a strong argument for any further series to continue to be filmed in Northern Ireland."
Mr McGuinness added: "The film industry is an important sector for our economy and offers huge potential for further growth. HBO'S Emmy award-winning 'Game of Thrones' has created 800 jobs and contributed millions to the local economy.
"Its success provides the perfect platform to pitch for more film making projects from this important niche market."
(JP)
The First and Deputy First Ministers made the comments while in Los Angeles.
Belfast has become a popular destination for film crews with a third series of HBO's hit Game of Thrones filmed at the Titanic Studios in the city.
Mr Robinson said they wanted Northern Ireland to continue to develop its reputation as a locatoin for creative industries to invest.
He said: "Game of Thrones has generated up to £65m direct spend in the local economy. We will continue to build on our highly successful relationship with HBO and have made a strong argument for any further series to continue to be filmed in Northern Ireland."
Mr McGuinness added: "The film industry is an important sector for our economy and offers huge potential for further growth. HBO'S Emmy award-winning 'Game of Thrones' has created 800 jobs and contributed millions to the local economy.
"Its success provides the perfect platform to pitch for more film making projects from this important niche market."
(JP)
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