Thomas Byrne (Meath East, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I do not have to hand the figures on the percentage of the fund that has been drawn down, but I can think of one project in my constituency where part of it is almost complete.

Regarding phase 1, the original cost estimate was €3,858,473 and the Government awarded €2,025,699, so by any standard, the Government grant was a significant allocation towards the original cost estimates. I acknowledge that it is highly likely that costs have increased since then, but that grant is still available. The Deputy might contact my office, or I can get in touch with him, to set up a meeting. It is important that this project go ahead. Not only will it be of benefit to football in Cork and Munster more widely, but also to the community in Glanmire.

The Government – the Deputy is a Government Member – is committed to this project and we have given an award that represents a significant percentage of the cost. I will work with anyone to see how we can progress the project in other ways.

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