Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 24 February 2022
48. Deputy Michael Moynihan asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when the dormant accounts funding for sport will be announced for 2022; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10444/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn line with the practice of previous years, it is envisaged that there will be two separate announcements throughout the year relating to different components of the Dormant Accounts programme for sport. It is expected that the first announcement can be made around the middle of the year, following assessment and evaluation of project applications by Sport Ireland. A further announcement is likely to occur during the fourth quarter of 2022.
The Dormant Accounts Fund supports a wide range of important initiatives for people from disadvantaged communities and people with disabilities and I am delighted that my Department has an increased allocation of €12 million to be disbursed under the Dormant Account Fund 2022 Action Plan prepared by my colleague, the Minister for Rural and Community Development.
