Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 September 2016
869. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if sports capital funding will be made available for 2016; if so, when this process will open up; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26460/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Sports Capital Programme (SCP) is the Government's primary vehicle to support the development of sports facilities and the purchase of sports equipment. The most recent rounds of the programme were in 2012, 2014 and 2015.
The aim of allocating Sports Capital Funding on an annual basis is specifically included in the Programme for Government. As the Deputy will be aware, all Departments are currently engaged with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform in the context of finalising the Budget for next year. Once this Estimates process is finalised, I expect to make an announcement in relation to a new round of the Sports Capital Programme.
