I cannot talk about next year without mentioning that the largest international sports event in the world in 2003 takes place in Ireland from 21-29 June. I refer to the Special Olympics World Summer Games, when Ireland will play host to an estimated 7,000 athletes, 3,000 coaches and delegates with 28,000 relatives and friends. Delegations from more than 160 countries will participate in 22 different sports at various venues in the greater Dublin area and Belfast. This will be the first time the games will be held outside the United States and I understand from the organisers that preparations for the event are well advanced and on schedule. Fundraising is also on target. Senators will be aware the Government has taken the initiative in this regard by agreeing to provide €10 million. The remainder of the money is being raised through contributions from the corporate sector, private donors, fundraising activities, the European Union and Northern Ireland.