Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 3 February 2021
247. Deputy Chris Andrews asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if Olympic athletes will be allowed to use facilities relevant to their sport given the high level of importance facilities play in the preparation for athletes training for the upcoming Olympics. [5759/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraSport Ireland, which is the statutory body with responsibility for the development of sport, including high performance sport, have engaged with National Governing Bodies to ensure that athletes who have qualified or deemed likely to qualify for the Olympic and Paralympic Games have the necessary facilities to train in their specific sports. Should an athlete not have the appropriate facility in their area, athletes should in the first instance engage with their National Governing Body for an alternative solution.
Sport Ireland is fully aware of the importance of facilities in preparation for high performance sport and will therefore continue its close collaboration and cooperation with the National Governing Bodies concerned.
