Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees
Wednesday, 18 November 2020
Joint Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht
Key Priorities for Sport Ireland and Impact of Covid-19 on Sports Sector: Sport Ireland
Mr. John Treacy:
I think GAA clubs were problematic in respect of celebrations and that was a particular issue. Looking at the levels, the Government clearly wants people to stay at home in level 5. As the restrictions are lifted, the Government will then want people to participate in sport, but not in competitions. Things tend to be a bit more competitive in competitions than in sport which is for recreation only. As the levels of restrictions are unlocked, competition will then be allowed again. On passing balls, those involved in outdoor sports certainly have a much better chance of getting an opportunity to participate. Indoor sport is going to be particularly problematic until we get down to the other levels because being indoors is problematic in respect of Covid-19.
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