Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 10 November 2021
91. Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the status of efforts by an organisation (details supplied) to improve corporate governance structures; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54808/21]
View answerSport Ireland is the statutory body with responsibility for governance oversight of recognised National Governing Bodies of Sport.
Sport Ireland has been engaging with the organisation mentioned by the Deputy in relation to governance procedures within the organisation. I am informed by Sport Ireland that the organisation has taken steps to improve its governance significantly over the last few years and that a range of actions have been undertaken which have been supported by Sport Ireland.
I am further informed that, to address ongoing concerns, the organisation requested Sport Ireland to sponsor an independent governance review. That review is underway and involves a comprehensive consultation process. I understand that the review is expected to be completed by the end of December.
As governance oversight is a matter for Sport Ireland, I have referred the Deputy's question to Sport Ireland for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to inform my office if a reply is not received within 10 working days.
