Higgins welcomes €115,500 investment for sports and community initiatives

€115,500 from the Dormant Accounts Fund will be used to invest in community sports and physical activity initiatives in South Dublin and Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael Minister of State and Dublin Mid West TD, Emer Higgins, has said.

Minister Higgins said this funding will help ensure that new opportunities and new sports are opened to people of all abilities and backgrounds across the county:

“I am delighted to see funding of €115,500 for sports and community initiatives in South Dublin and in particular, in my own constituency of Dublin Mid West.

“The Dormant Accounts Funding allows unclaimed funds from accounts in credit institutions to be used for projects focused on overcoming the barriers and challenges to participation in sport for those who are economically or educationally disadvantaged, or those affected by a disability.

“Across the country, there is over €4m available which will be crucial for ensuring everyone has the chance to lead a more active and healthier life. In South Dublin and Dublin Mid West we’ll see €101,500 for our Active Cities and €14,000 for Urban Outdoor Adventure Projects.

“I am particularly happy to see funding of €115,500 towards programmes for volunteers and upskilling in South Dublin. Our volunteers keep our initiatives running smoothly and we must offer them the opportunity to get all the training they need.

“Our sports clubs are at the heart of our community, bringing people of all backgrounds together. Through this funding I hope that even more people will be able to enjoy the benefits that sports participation and a healthy lifestyle can bring. Fine Gael are committed to ensuring everyone can thrive through sport”, concluded Minister Higgins.