Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The issues raised in the parliamentary questions, including Question No. 33 by Deputy Gerry Adams, relate to matters of fact and I do not know why the information should not be provided. I have the statistic on the total prize money won. I have no doubt the House is entitled to the information it seeks on expenditure. While it is not included in the reply provided, it will have to be given to the Deputies as soon as possible. I will ask the Department to furnish the information as quickly as possible. The key point about the school is that it puts Ireland up high in its international participation in sport. We have had some significant and wonderful Army riders who carried the flag for Ireland over many decades in international and national events. We are all very proud of them. I am happy to ensure the details of expenditure sought will be made available.

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