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Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Covid-19 Pandemic (11 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: At its meeting on 19 October 2021, and following consideration of the public health advice, Government agreed that additional aspects of society can reopen only with the full range of protective measures in place. As such, current restrictions under the Government’s plan state that organisers of indoor and outdoor group activities should ensure that appropriate protective...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Covid-19 Pandemic (11 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: At its meeting on 19 October 2021, and following consideration of the public health advice, Government agreed that additional aspects of society could  reopen only with the full range of protective measures in place. As such, current restrictions under the Government’s plan state that organisers of indoor and outdoor group activities should ensure that appropriate...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Sports Funding (11 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 248 and 247 together. The Sports Capital and Equipment Programme (SCEP) is the primary vehicle for Government support for the development of sports and recreation facilities and the purchase of non-personal sports equipment throughout the country.  Over 13,000 projects have now benefited from sports capital funding since 1998,...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: School Curriculum (11 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: Minister Martin and I met Minister Foley earlier this year to discuss physical activity in the school setting generally. I will soon be launching a Sports Action Plan covering the period to end-2023 which will include a number of actions involving increased collaboration between my Department and the Department of Education aimed at securing increased levels of sport and physical activity...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Sports Funding (11 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: The Sports Capital and Equipment Programme (SCEP) is the primary vehicle for Government support for the development of sports and physical recreation facilities and the purchase of non-personal sports equipment throughout the country. The GAA and its county boards are entitled to apply directly for Sports Capital and Equipment Programme funding up to a value of €300,000 for assistance...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Irish Language (11 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: As the Deputy is aware, the 20-Year Strategy for the Irish Language 2010-2030 and the accompanying Action Plan for the Irish Language (Plean Gníomhaíochta 2018-2022) represents state policy for the Irish language and Gaeltacht regions. The Strategy and Action Plan have cross-departmental ownership and, accordingly, responsibility for implementation falls on a number of...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Sport and Recreational Development (11 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: In Budget 2022, the Government announced over €181 million in funding for sport next year, an increase of almost €11 million compared to the 2021 Revised Estimate. Current expenditure funding for Sport Ireland for 2022 will be €96 million, an increase of over €4m from 2021. This funding will enable Sport Ireland to continue to support the sport sector as it...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Sports Funding (11 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: The GAA Club to which the Deputy refers, was provisionally allocated a grant of €81,500 under the 2017 Sports Capital Programme (SCP) for the development of an artificial playing surface and a further €83,343 under the 2018 SCP towards the provision of floodlights and non-personal sports equipment. In accordance with the terms and conditions of the SCP, due to the...

Parental Bereavement Leave (Amendment) Bill 2021: First Stage (10 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: No.

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (10 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: We need to deal with these interruptions.

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (10 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: They are coming from one direction, with respect.

Seanad: Bille na dTeangacha Oifigiúla (Leasú), 2019: An Dara Céim - Official Languages (Amendment) Bill 2019: Second Stage (10 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: Ba mhaith liom mo bhuíochas a chur in iúl as ucht na deise labhairt sa Seanad tráthnóna ar ábhar fíorthábhachtach, Bille na dTeangacha Oifigiúla (Leasú), 2019. Tá sé tráthúil go bhfuil an Bille teanga á phlé againn inniu. Mar a tharlaíonn sé, ar an dáta seo níos mó ná 140 bliain ó...

Seanad: Bille na dTeangacha Oifigiúla (Leasú), 2019: An Dara Céim - Official Languages (Amendment) Bill 2019: Second Stage (10 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: Ba mhaith liom mo bhuíochas a ghabháil leis na Seanadóirí a ghlac páirt sa díospóireacht seo. D'ardaigh an Seanadóir Clifford-Lee ceist na reachtaíochta teanga sa Tuaisceart. Is féidir liom a dheimhniú gur mian le mo chomhghleacaí, an tAire, an Teachta Coveney, tacú le gach deis gur féidir chun an cheist seo a bhrú...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Sports Funding (10 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: On 5 October 2021, Minister Martin and I were delighted to announce that additional current funding of up to €65 million will be available to support the sport sector this year. Allied to the additional current expenditure of €26.3 million already provided to Sport Ireland, a total of €91.3 million will have been allocated in additional current funding to support the...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Sports Funding (10 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: Sport Ireland, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the development of sport, increasing participation at all levels and raising standards, including the allocation of funding across its various programmes. I have referred the Deputy's question to Sport Ireland for direct reply in relation to any supports or grants that are available to air sports....

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Sports Organisations (10 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: At its meeting on 19 October 2021, and following consideration of the public health advice, Government agreed that additional aspects of society can reopen only with the full range of protective measures in place. As such, current restrictions under the Government’s plan state that organisers of indoor and outdoor group activities should ensure that appropriate protective measures are...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Sports Organisations (10 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: Sport Ireland is the statutory body with responsibility for governance oversight of recognised National Governing Bodies of Sport. Sport Ireland has been engaging with the organisation mentioned by the Deputy in relation to governance procedures within the organisation. I am informed by Sport Ireland that the organisation has taken steps to improve its governance significantly over the...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Covid-19 Pandemic (9 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: Indoor sports such as dartsare permitted in line with current Government guidelines It is of course essential that all such events adhere to best practice in relation to infection prevention control procedures and practices. Sport Ireland has published a guidance note on the recent changes relating to the return to sport and physical activity, which is available at...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Covid-19 Pandemic (9 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 295, 299, 300, 302 and 306 together. I am pleased to inform the Deputy that Government agreed last week to widen the range of sporting opportunities for young people which enables under 18 indoor sports games and competitions in sports such as basketball to go ahead. On foot of this, updated guidance has been provided by Sport Ireland to sporting...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Departmental Funding (9 Nov 2021)

Jack Chambers: I propose to take Questions Nos. 296 to 298, inclusive, together. A total amount of €12.254 million, of which €8 million relates to funding for the National Symphony Orchestra, has been allocated to the National Concert Hall in Budget 2022. My Department is liaising with the National Symphony Orchestra, the National Concert Hall and RTÉ on a daily basis to finalise the...