Charlie McConalogue (Donegal, Fianna Fail)

I thank the Deputy for raising this. There has been great progress in participation, and equal participation, by women in all sports. Our national governing bodies have made massive strides in that regard and that has been matched by the Government in relation to funding.

I am very aware of the issue. It is very important that players engage with the Camogie Association. I have had engagement with the Camogie Association as well and it is important that they come together to find a resolution that is comfortable for everyone. Participation and making sure everyone is comfortable participating in sport is absolutely essential. It is important there is an agreed way forward with which everyone can be comfortable and which has players and player welfare very much at the centre. The Government will support that coming together and an agreed outcome in every way we can.

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