Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 June 2016
298. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide funding to a group (details supplied) in order to secure new premises; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14103/16]
View answerThe Sports Capital Programme is the primary vehicle for government support for the development of sports and physical recreation facilities and the purchase of non-personal sports equipment throughout the country. It is part funded from the proceeds of the National Lottery. However, the Programme does not fund the purchase of land or buildings.
It may be possible for the club to raise funds via the 'Tax Relief for Donations to Certain Sports Bodies' scheme (section 847A of the Taxes Consolidation Act, 1997). This is a Revenue operated scheme which offers tax benefits to individuals or companies who make donations to sports clubs. Further details on this scheme and how it operates can be found on the Revenue Commissioners' website.
