Maureen O'Sullivan (Dublin Central, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for the answer and have absolutely no doubt many of the residents will make submissions. The point is that the problem could have been pre-empted if a different system had been in place under which a licence would be applied for first and conditions could be attached. There could also be better relations between the parties running Croke Park stadium and residents. Those running Croke Park stadium could take on board the genuine grievances and issues of residents. Those running Croke Park stadium are in receipt of considerable Government funding and surely there is a way by which they could be answerable to the Government on the matter. Is the Minister stating there is absolutely no role for him in this matter? Nobody wants to see what is happening. I recently attended a community meeting at which much anger was expressed because this is another stage in the difficult relationship between the people running Croke Park stadium and residents. It would be good to have another move towards bringing about a resolution. This will require more pressure and another intervention in order that those running Croke Park stadium will participate in taking a common-sense approach and take on board what is happening in the surrounding area.

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