John Curran
Ceist:913. Deputy John Curran asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide a timeline for the next sports capital grant allocations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27234/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 September 2016
913. Deputy John Curran asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide a timeline for the next sports capital grant allocations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27234/16]
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.