Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 May 2022
311. Deputy James O'Connor asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if consideration will be given to an integration plan between sporting venues and transport infrastructure here in order to strengthen Ireland’s capacity to host international sporting events; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22806/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraMajor International Sport Events typically involve close liaison with other relevant actors including transport providers. My Department has worked closely with the Department of Transport and the National Transport Authority (NTA) on previously proposed events such as the Rugby World Cup 2023 bid and the planned hosting of EURO 2020 fixtures, and they are involved in the bid preparation process for EURO 2028 and in future planning for the Ryder Cup in 2027.
As part of the development of a policy on Major International Sports Events, a public consultation is currently underway to seek the public’s views on how Ireland should approach such Major International Sports Events into the future. The consultation is already attracting numerous responses and I’d encourage others to share their views. The closing date for submissions is 26 May. The outcome of this consultation will feed into the development of the policy which will include ensuring that proper planning is in place for proposed events.
The day to day provision of transport to venues is a matter for my colleague the Minister for Transport and the NTA but I am aware that in regard to large events the NTA does work closely with venue operators regarding transport planning.
