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Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Sports Capital Programme Administration (4 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: I was pleased to announce a total of €40.5 million in allocations earlier this year under the 2014 round of the sports capital programme. I am delighted that I have been able to secure the agreement of the Government for funding to enable me to announce a further round of the programme in 2015. This will be the third round of the sports capital programme since this...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Sports Capital Programme Administration (4 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: First, I want to make it clear that that is not the question that was asked of me on the Order Paper. In fact, my Department rang Deputy Niall Collins's party's spokesperson last Friday, at which time he did not know what question he was asking. It is difficult for me to answer a question when the Deputy himself does not know on the previous Friday what the question is. On the question...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Sports Capital Programme Administration (4 Dec 2014)

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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sporting Events (4 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: Last November the Government considered a Memorandum on the discussions and analysis to date on a potential bid to host the Rugby World Cup in 2023.  In response to the Memorandum, the Government expressed strong support for the proposal and for the conduct of further work to get to the stage of making a formal decision to bid. To progress the matter further, Minister Ring and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sporting Events (4 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: Sport is widely enjoyed across Irish society and is beneficial to our economy, health and culture.  The performance of Irish sports people and teams not only boosts the morale of the country but also promotes a positive image of the country overseas with the potential to generate inbound tourism.    The hosting of major sports events can also...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Applications (4 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: I am delighted that we have been able to secure the funding to enable a further round of the Sports Capital Programme in 2015. This will be the third round of the SCP since this Government came into office. Detailed preparations are being made at present and I will launch the 2015 Programme when these are completed.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Administration (4 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: Any organisation interested in applying for a grant under the next round of the Sports Capital Programme should register on OSCAR at (if not already registered). OSCAR is the portal on the Department's website which must be used by organisations to register, to apply for funding (when the Programme is open for applications) and to manage the drawdown of any grants allocated. It...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Single Payment Scheme Payments (3 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: 68. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when a person (details supplied) in County Mayo will receive payment of their single payment scheme and disadvantaged area scheme payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46408/14]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Applications (3 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: The Club referred to by the Deputy was provisionally allocated €50,000 under the 2014 Sports Capital Programme towards the refurbishment of their dressing rooms, showers and toilets and for the provision of security fencing. Three previous allocations to the Club in 2007, 2005 and 2001 have all been drawn down in full.The Club has been written to by the Department and has been informed...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Applications (3 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: I am delighted that I have been able to secure the agreement of the Government for funding to enable me to announce a further round of the Sports Capital Programme in 2015. This will be the third round of the SCP since this Government came into office, and details will be announced when they are finalised.  I would advise any organisation interested in applying for funding...

Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Sporting Organisations (2 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: In the first instance, I propose to only read part of my prepared script before responding directly to the points the Senator has raised. The script I have been asked to deliver does not relate to the matters to which he refers. I would like to thank Senator Bradford for raising this important topic and I am pleased to have the opportunity to speak on it. I am aware of his concern with...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Schemes Payments (2 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: 276. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when the results of a remote sensing inspection will be finalised so that a person (details supplied) in County Mayo will receive their single payment scheme and disadvantaged area scheme 2014 payments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46070/14]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Single Payment Scheme Appeals (2 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: 277. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when single payment scheme and disadvantaged area scheme payments will issue to a person (details supplied) in County Mayo for 2013 and 2014, in view of their appeal for 2013 being partially allowed and that a land inspection in April 2014 increasing the land reference area; when a REPS payment will issue; and if he will make a...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Single Payment Scheme Payments (2 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: 285. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when a person (details supplied) in County Mayo will receive their single payment scheme and disadvantaged area scheme payments for 2014. [46272/14]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Single Payment Scheme Payments (2 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: 286. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if a person (details supplied) in County Mayo has received their single payment scheme and disadvantaged area scheme payments for 2014. [46273/14]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Facilities Provision (2 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: The club was provisionally allocated €44,556 under 2012 Sports Capital Programme towards an all weather pitch. The club has leasehold title to the property. A Deed of Covenant and Charge is being drafted by the Chief State Solicitor's Office for the 2012 grant and previous funding. As the club's title is leasehold and the lease contains a forfeiture clause, a landlord agreement...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Administration (2 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: Detailed preparations are being made at present for the next round of the Sports Capital Programme, which I will launch when these are complete.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Applications (2 Dec 2014)

Michael Ring: The club in question has a grant outstanding under the 2012 Sports Capital Programme.  The club has yet to obtain formal approval as there is some documentation outstanding.  The club is strongly advised to submit all outstanding documentation as soon as possible so that a decision can be made as to whether to grant the club an extended deadline for drawdown of the grant.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Schemes Administration (27 Nov 2014)

Michael Ring: 83. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when a person (details supplied) in County Mayo will receive payment of their single payment scheme and disadvantaged areas scheme payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45570/14]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Single Payment Scheme Applications (27 Nov 2014)

Michael Ring: 90. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if the scheduling of a ground inspection in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo will be expedited in view of the fact the queries on their land parcels have been ongoing for two years and the delay in resolving the matter is causing financial hardship; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45673/14]