Mr. Philip Browne:

Deputy Troy is not here now but I believe I have dealt with the issue of gender quotas.

With regard to the issue of sudden adult death syndrome, I have the same position as Mr. Duffy. All our professional and academy players fall under the medical supervision of our professional teams. With the rest of the game, the sheer cost of trying to provide screening would make it impossible. Most clubs would recommend that any kids coming in to play the game would have a medical in advance.

Deputy Troy asked about the percentage of State funding. It is about 3.6% for the IRFU. Senator Richmond asked about the plight of clubs and I believe I have addressed that issue. On the issue of the World Anti-Doping Agency, the IRFU is fully subscribed. The IRFU set up anti-doping tribunals in the 1990s ahead of the State and the Irish Sports Council. We have been all over anti-doping for a long time. It is part and parcel of our Spirit of Rugby programme. Anti-doping education falls within the brief of our welfare officer. I have addressed the issue of concussion.