Mary Upton (Dublin South Central, Labour)

I thank the Minister for the reply. I tabled the question in respect of the club, which is of the view that there was a proposed increase of 150%. The NAC swim club is critical to a number of athletes, including paralympians. Its social value is making a major impact. The fee structure seems extraordinary in terms of required increases. I referred in my question to the "unusual offer" which I now understand was made by the club. The National Aquatic Centre sees the offer as a commitment, but it was meant as a once-off pro bono gesture and not to be included formally as a continuous commitment, as the club cannot commit to such fees.

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