Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 17 June 2015
274. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will report on the amount of the State funding to the Football Association of Ireland that is ring-fenced for junior leagues and on spending to develop the sport among young persons; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24206/15]
View answer275. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will report on the amount of the State funding to the Football Association of Ireland that is ring-fenced for the League of Ireland through prize money and grants to clubs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24207/15]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 274 and 275 together.
The Irish Sports Council, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the promotion, development and co-ordination of sport, including the allocation of funding for the National Governing Bodies of Sport (NGBs). This includes funding to the Football Association of Ireland.
As this question is a matter for the Irish Sports Council, I have referred it to the Council for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to inform my office if a reply is not received within 10 days.
