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Asked by Eóin

AQW 45597/22-27 Written question to the Minister for Communities

To ask the Minister for Communities to detail (i) any assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of existing funding and support structures for talent identification and high performance athletes; and (ii) whether any consideration is being given to strengthening pathways and financial support to retain and develop elite sporting talent.

Asked by Eóin Tennyson MLA on 6 May 2026

  • Answered
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Tabled
6 May 2026
Answer due by
21 May 2026
Answered
20 May 202614 days after tabling
Department
Department for Communities
Priority question
No

Answer

This is an operational matter for Sport Northern Ireland, they have provided me with information in response to your question. As this material is extensive, I have arranged for a copy to be placed in the Assembly Library.

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