Roscommon Sports Partnership has been allocated €127,597 by Sport Ireland – the body responsible for the sustainable development of competitive and recreational sport in Ireland.
Speaking at the announcement in Limerick today, Minister O’Donovan said:
“The vital work of the Local Sports Partnership Network in increasing participation, particularly among those sectors of society that are underrepresented in sport, makes a substantial contribution to the health and welfare of individuals, communities and the nation. The significant Government investment announced today will allow the Partnerships to continue to provide many sporting opportunities for people in local communities right across Ireland.”
The key aims of Roscommon Sports Partnership and the 28 equivalent bodies throughout the country are to increase levels of participation in sport especially amongst specific target groups such as older people, girls & women, people with disabilities, unemployed people, and those who live in identified disadvantaged communities.
The news has been welcomed by Senator Frank Feighan who said
“I am delighted with this funding announcement for Roscommon Sports Partnership. I echo the sentiments of Minister O’Donovan who says the Local Sports Partnership Network does vital work in increasing participation, particularly among those sectors of society that are underrepresented in sport.”
“The network makes a substantial contribution to the health and welfare of individuals, communities and the nation.”