Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 December 2016
277. Deputy Paul Kehoe asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the outstanding issues and requirements regarding the payment of a 2015 sports capital grant (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38089/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe club referred to by the Deputy has been allocated a total of €258,000 under various rounds of the Sports Capital Programme. The most recent grant of €58,000 was allocated in 2015 and is fully outstanding. As is the norm for grants of this value, a Deed of Covenant and Charge must be executed to secure the State's interest. I understand the Chief State Solicitor's Office and the solicitor acting on behalf of the club continue to engage in this regard. Once these legal issues are completed, formal approval will issue and the grant may be drawn down subject to the standard payment procedures.
