Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 December 2013
38. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the steps he will take to assist the Irish Amateur Boxing Association in working with Swords Boxing Club, County Dublin, to develop international level boxing facilities in the town. [54133/13]
View answerI understand that discussions have recently taken place between Fingal County Council, the boxing club referred to by the Deputy, and the Irish Amateur Boxing Association. I further understand that these discussions have centred around the possibility of securing alternative premises for the club, as the Council does not view their current premises as being suitable for sporting purposes. Indeed, the Council has asked the club to vacate their current premises. Hopefully the discussions can lead to a satisfactory outcome for all concerned. I am informed that the Council will make every effort to assist the club. However, it would not be appropriate for me to become involved in the matter.
