Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 July 2023
548. Deputy Róisín Shortall asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if she will increase funding for disability football teams; if her attention has been brought to two cases (details supplied); the steps she is taking to put these teams on a sustainable financial footing to compete; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36481/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraSport Ireland, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the development of sport, increasing participation at all levels and raising standards, including the allocation of funding across its various programmes. Sport Ireland does not provide direct funding for clubs or individuals but channels the funding through the relevant National Governing Body of Sport. The Association of Irish Powerchair Football are an affiliate of the FAI, and Deaf futsal team are associated with Deaf Sport Ireland.
I have referred the Deputy's question to Sport Ireland for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to inform my office if a reply is not received within 10 days.
