Shane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I am just told there is a pool of funding there for projects of that sort. The terms and conditions of the new scheme will be drafted shortly. All projects funded under the scheme will be subject to the public spending code and the state aid requirements. In terms of proposals, it is envisaged that at a minimum the national governing bodies of sport and local authorities will be asked to prioritise projects for possible inclusion. The sum of €50 million is available between 2018 and 2021 and under the national development plan, €100 million is available.

I ask Deputy Troy to accept my bona fides on this. I want to see this done as soon as possible. I will push it as hard as possible. I want to see structures going up and I want to see sports recognised as being an important part of what happens in national life in a tangible way. This project is something we announced early because it is good news and it is something which is going to happen as soon as possible.