Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 July 2020
284. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the actions he has identified and will implement to improve access to sport for those with a disability; if funding will be committed to in order to encourage such participation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20928/20]
View answerSport Ireland, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the development of sport, increasing participation at all levels and raising standards, including the allocation of funding across its various programmes.
I have referred the Deputy's Question to Sport Ireland for direct reply in relation to actions it is taking to increase opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in sport and physical activity. I would ask the Deputy to inform my office if a reply is not received within 10 days.
The National Sports Policy 2018-2027 contains specific actions aimed at addressing the disability participation gradients. The actions that are planned will go a long way towards improving the situation and ensuring that opportunities exist for everyone who wants to participate in sport. A Sport Action Plan which is expected to be published later this year will include specific actions in this regard.
