Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 21 April 2021
641. Deputy Alan Dillon asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she has been in contact with the Minister for Health on the return to sport; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19462/21]
View answerMatters regarding the return to sport are for consideration and decision by the Government. In the context of the Government’s COVID-19 Resilience and Recovery Plan 2021 – The Path Ahead, it has been agreed that the public health restrictions will be subject to ongoing review taking account of the evolving epidemiological situation and available evidence in relation to vaccine deployment, uptake and effectiveness. Any easing of measures should be slow and gradual with sufficient time between phases to assess impact and to respond if the epidemiological situation was to deteriorate. It will take account of emerging international and national evidence and experience and with a specific focus on supporting mental health and wellbeing.
My colleague, the Minister for Health and I will continue to work closely and constructively in order to ensure the most effective preparation possible for the safe return to sport consistent with the protection of public health.
