Brian Leddin (Limerick City, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister and the Minister of State for the work they are doing in the Department and the support they have given to clubs throughout the country in the past number of years. I expect that will continue. This is about more than sport and competition because every one of these clubs are so knitted into the fabric of our communities. They are so important in the co-benefits they bring to our communities. As others have done, I will reference some of the clubs in my community that are looking for funding, which I hope can be supported. St. Michael's Rowing Club is looking for funding for equipment. Limerick Lawn Tennis Club, Shelbourne Athletic Football Club and Caherdavin Celtic are also looking for funding, as are many more on the list. I hope the Minister of State can support them in their applications for funding this year.

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