Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 22 November 2017
210. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason the representatives of Scotland and Wales favoured France to host the Rugby World Cup; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49619/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe vote on 15th November was a secret ballot and how and why the various delegates voted is a matter for them.
The IRFU have stated that Scotland said for some time that they would be guided by whoever promised to put most money into the tournament. The IRFU also believe that Wales decided to support the Evaluation Report recommendation in order to support Mr. Gareth Davies who is on the board of Rugby World Cup Limited. However, only the Scottish and Welsh Rugby Football Unions can answer those questions.
In a competition of this nature, there will always be a winner and losers. That does not take away from the excellent work that was done in preparing our bid.
