Alan Dillon (Mayo, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State for his response in relation to this important programme. We understand the importance of sport to communities around the country and it is imperative to fund it. Money spent on sport is money saved on healthcare down the road.

Certainly, the 2020 sports allocation programme has been hugely successful and I commend the Minister of State on his efforts in relation to the national fund of over €166 million that was allocated for both equipment and sports capital.

The Minister of State mentioned the draft review of the 2020 programme is under way. When does he expect it to be published? Will it be before the end of the year? The potential timing for 2023 is important because many sporting organisations that did not apply before March 2021 are eager to apply in 2023. I would appreciate an update on this.

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