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Tightened controls for sports bodies to access funding

The government and Sport Ireland have announced a number of new criteria that sports bodies must meet to qualify for state funding. National Governing Bodies will have to achieve a minimum of 40% female representation on their Boards while there will...

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07.30 9 Aug 2022


Tightened controls for sports bodies to access funding


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07.30 9 Aug 2022


The government and Sport Ireland have announced a number of new criteria that sports bodies must meet to qualify for state funding.

National Governing Bodies will have to achieve a minimum of 40% female representation on their Boards while there will be increased rules around governance and Diversity and Inclusion.

Minister of State for Sport Jack Chambers spoke to Aideen on the show this morning.


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