Chris Andrews (Dublin Bay South, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State. I agree that the sports capital grants scheme transforms participation in sporting clubs across the country. Due to the gap in 2019, clubs are in severe need of funding to rejuvenate their facilities. As they have no or very limited fundraising capacity but still have ongoing expenses, the clubs greatly need this injection.

In the context of pay equality and the 20x20 campaign, will the Minister of State consider weighting the sports capital grant allocation to ensure there will be greater support for female participation? That is something he might consider.

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