This amendment, which has been agreed with the Minister for Arts, Sports and Tourism, would allow him to designate by means of a regulation, certain national sporting arenas. Such designated venues may then apply to the Minister for a certificate which would enable them to secure a licence for the sale and consumption of intoxicating liquor in designated areas on the premises. I am satisfied that the managers of the national sporting arenas will ensure that a responsible approach is adopted towards the sale and consumption of alcohol on their premises and that the facility which is currently being proposed will augment the enjoyable use of these venues for the benefit of the public and participants at functions in the future.