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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Data (2 Nov 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: ​Following the conclusion of the 2017 Estimates discussions, a total of €52m has been provided for sports capital projects. This will meet all existing commitments under previous rounds of the Sports Capital and Local Authority Swimming Pool Programme, commitments to Pairc Ui Chaoimh, the Kerry Sports Academy at IT Tralee and existing commitments relating to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Funding (2 Nov 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: ​There is a reduction in the 2017 Budget Estimate capital allocation for sport when compared to the 2016 capital allocation.  This is mainly due to a reduction in Sport Ireland's capital allocation for the development of the National Sports Campus and reflects the fact that construction of Phase I of the National Indoor Arena is scheduled for completion...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme (2 Nov 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: The Sports Capital Programme (SCP) is the Government's primary vehicle to support the development of sports facilities and the purchase of sports equipment.  The most recent rounds of the programme were in 2012, 2014 and 2015. As was confirmed in the 2017 Estimates Statement, a new round of the Sports Capital Programme will be open for applications in the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Promotion (2 Nov 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: My Department's role in relation to tourism lies primarily in the area of national tourism policy.  It is not directly involved in the development of individual tourism sectors which are matters for the Board and Management of Fáilte Ireland. Accordingly, I have referred the Deputy's question to Fáilte Ireland for direct reply.  Please contact...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Recreational Facilities Provision (2 Nov 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: I am advised that the next step for a proposed velodrome would be for Sport Ireland to undertake an appropriate financial appraisal, i.e. a Cost Benefit Analysis, in accordance with the Public Spending Code. Thereafter, any proposal to proceed would also be subject to the availability of capital funding.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Facilities Provision (2 Nov 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: I understand that concerns have recently been raised in relation to the safety of materials used in 3G pitches.  While my Department does not have any responsibility for the setting of standards for 3G pitches, I have asked my officials to inquire with relevant bodies dealing with the regulation of recycled waste as well as the safe use of chemicals. I have...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Applications (2 Nov 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: The Sports Capital Programme (SCP) is the Government's primary vehicle to support the development of sports facilities and the purchase of sports equipment. The most recent rounds of the programme were in 2012, 2014 and 2015. As was confirmed in the 2017 Estimates Statement, a new round of the Sports Capital Programme will be open for applications in the near...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Olympic Games Funding (2 Nov 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: The Sports Capital Programme (SCP) is the Government's primary vehicle to support the development of sports facilities and the purchase of sports equipment. The most recent rounds of the programme were in 2012, 2014 and 2015. My Department does not provide specific funding to the Olympic Council of Ireland for the provision or improvement of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Policy (2 Nov 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: In terms of the potential of tourism, a series of actions are being implementing through the Tourism Action Plan in order to deliver the targets set out in the Tourism Policy Statement for 2025 of €5 billion in overseas tourism revenue, sustaining 250,000 jobs, from 10 million overseas visits annually. As regards hotel capacity, Fáilte Ireland monitors the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Policy (2 Nov 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: My Department's role in relation to tourism lies in the area of national tourism policy. It is not involved in the management, development or promotion of individual tourism projects, such as the Ireland's Ancient East initiative. These are operational matters for the tourism agencies, Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Ireland. Accordingly, I have referred the Deputy's...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme (27 Oct 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: The Sports Capital Programme (SCP) is the Government's primary vehicle to support the development of sports facilities and the purchase of sports equipment.  The most recent rounds of the programme were in 2012, 2014 and 2015. As was confirmed in the 2017 Estimates Statement, a new round of the Sports Capital Programme will be open for applications in the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Facilities Expenditure (27 Oct 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: Phase 1 of the National Indoor Arena, which is being developed at the National Sports Campus, is scheduled for completion in December 2016.  Phase 1 comprises the development of a National Indoor Athletics Training Centre, a National Indoor Training Centre (which will accommodate numerous sports) and a National Gymnastics Training Centre. The facility is scheduled to be in use...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Facilities Expenditure (27 Oct 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: Similar to many other proposals for capital expenditure' the Estimates process for 2017 did not allocate funding for phase 2 of the National Indoor Arena (NIA).  However' Phase 2 of the NIA is a significant and worthy project and will be considered for funding in the context of the Mid Term Review of the Capital Plan as announced in the Budget.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Consumer Protection (27 Oct 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: Legislation concerning the sale of tickets is primarily a matter for my colleague the Minister for Jobs' Enterprise and Innovation.  Nevertheless' I am aware of the public concern about the secondary sale of tickets for major entertainment and sporting events.  The issues around ticket resale are not straightforward and it is important that any possible legislative or other...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities Provision (26 Oct 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: The primary role of my Department in relation to tourism lies in the area of national tourism policy.  It is not directly involved in the funding or development of individual projects.  The assessment of any applications for funding made in respect of individual grant schemes, including funding for tourism capital, is an operational matter for the Board and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Industry (26 Oct 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: An amount of €13.836 million was voted for capital funding of tourism services in 2016.  This amount includes a provision of €0.97 million for the Lough Derg Tourism Development project which was provided for under the 2014 Capital Stimulus Plan and which does not arise in 2017.  This provision is in keeping with...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sport and Recreational Development (26 Oct 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: There is a reduction in the 2017 Budget Estimate capital allocation for sport when compared to the 2016 capital allocation.  This is mainly due to a reduction in Sport Ireland's capital allocation for the development of the National Sports Campus and reflects the fact that construction of Phase I of the National Indoor Arena is scheduled for completion...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Funding (26 Oct 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: Sport Ireland, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the promotion, development and co-ordination of sport. This includes responsibility for the allocation of funding for high performance sport, including Olympic sports. As this question is a matter for Sport Ireland, I have referred it to Sport Ireland for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Administration (26 Oct 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: The Sports Capital Programme (SCP) is the Government's primary vehicle to support the development of sports facilities and the purchase of sports equipment.  The most recent rounds of the programme were in 2012, 2014 and 2015. As was confirmed in the 2017 Estimates Statement, a new round of the Sports Capital Programme will be open for applications in January...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Project Funding (25 Oct 2016)

Patrick O'Donovan: The role of the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport in relation to tourism lies primarily in the area of national policy and it is not involved in the management or development of tourism products such as the Lakelands initiative. The development of this initiative is an operational matter for the Board and management of Fáilte Ireland. Accordingly, I...