Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 March 2024
357. Deputy Mark Ward asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the funding available for young people to engage in and represent Ireland in kickboxing abroad; how can people and sports clubs apply for this funding; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10563/24]
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.
Sport Ireland does not provide direct funding for clubs or individuals but channels the funding through the relevant National Governing Body of Sport (NGB). In the case of Kickboxing, the Irish Martial Arts Commission is the relevant funded NGB.
Clubs and individuals are advised to contact the Irish Martial Arts Commission to see what support might be available through the NGB to assist them in competing at kickboxing events abroad.
I have referred the Deputy's question to Sport Ireland for direct reply with any additional relevant information. I would ask the Deputy to inform my office if a reply is not received within 10 days.
