Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Wednesday, 11 October 2023

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media

Inclusion in Sport: Discussion

Photo of Shane CassellsShane Cassells (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

All of the organisations have mentioned the work being done. Being parochial, I wish to give a shout out to some clubs. Navan rugby club was the first club to facilitate children with special needs and intellectual disabilities with a special team in the whole of the north east. I acknowledge that work. On the female side, our women’s coach is Jackie Shiels, the former Irish international player. I acknowledge the work that she does. Navan O’Mahonys has the Peil for All team, and Croke Park opened up its facilities for Peil for All as well. I also acknowledge Parkvilla FC and the FAI partnership through Meath sports ability and the programme the FAI runs there.

I thank witnesses for the report from Mr. Regan and the GAA. I refer to the one club model. How are things progressing in making sure the timelines are met?

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