Michael Ring (Mayo, Fine Gael)

Yes, we will. We are currently in the process of writing to grantees and offering them any assistance they need. We do not want to remove the grant from anybody. They were awarded their grant in good faith. There may be legal or planning difficulties and the Department and my officials, particularly in Kerry, are very helpful and ready to offer support. They will support any organisation with a difficulty with the process. We do not want to withdraw the grants, but want to help organisations to draw them down. We are anxious to support all clubs and organisations that have been awarded a grant and they should feel free to contact me for whatever assistance they need.

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