Sport Ireland announces €5.9 million Boost for Sport and Physical Activity Measures
Sport Ireland has today announced an investment package of €5.9million in Dormant Accounts Funding for a wide range of sport and physical activity measures countrywide at an event in Corduff Community Resource Centre. The investment aims to engage communities across...
Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys launches public consultation on the first ever National Outdoor Recreation Strategy
New strategy to shape the development of outdoor pursuits and activity tourism for years to come Public asked for feedback on how to enhance amenities such as trails, cycleways, waterways, beaches, mountains, bogs and forests Delivery of new strategy a key commitment...
Federation welcomes easing of restrictions for Sport and Physical Activity
The Federation of Irish Sport welcomes Friday’s announcement by government on further easing of restrictions for Sport and Physical Activity. This is an important and positive step forward for many of our members who have faced immense challenges over the past 15...
FEDERATION OF IRISH SPORT RELEASES REPORT ON IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SECTOR
86% of NGBs describe the economic impact of COVID-19 as ‘Negative’ or worse. 74% of NGBs have availed of at least one government financial support. 53% of LSPs will require ongoing financial support to return to full capacity. 57% believe COVID-19 will result in a...
Latest updates from the IWA Sport
IWA Sports Centre Clontarf Virtual Spring Fitness The IWA-Sports Centre in Clontarf are running a virtual training programme for their members. It started on the 22nd of February 2021 and has been running for 13 weeks. As gyms unfortunately remain closed, the Virtual...
All the latest activity from Meath Sports Partnership!
Meet n’Train: Meet n’Train is a “new” 6 week outdoor programme that includes a combination of cardio, strength and stretching exercises to increase and maintain health/fitness. Cost is €20 for 6 week programme. Each session is led by a qualified instructor who will...
CARA Inclusive Volunteer in Sport programme launched
Cara Sport Inclusion Ireland in partnership with Sport Ireland, The Federation of Irish Sport and Volunteer Ireland are delighted to announce the launch of the Inclusive Volunteer in Sport programme today the 21st of May 2021. The programme aims to empower new and...
Sport Ireland Return to Sport COVID-19 eLearning Course
Sport Ireland wish to notify NGBs, LSPs and other funded bodies that the updated Sport Ireland Return to Sport COVID-19 eLearning Course is now available on our website. The course, which can be publically accessed on the Sport Ireland website here...
May/June Re-opening Guidelines for Sport and Physical Activity
Please find below additional information in relation to the recent government announcements provided by Sport Ireland. Training From May 10th outdoor training for adults in pods of a maximum of 15 people can return. This includes contact training. On that basis,...
The Governance Code for Sport – How to Comply
This Governance Code for Sport (the Code) is a voluntary code of practice for good governance of sport organisations in Ireland. Sport Ireland requires all National Sports Governing bodies to have the governance code adopted / in place in their organisation by 31st...
Federation of Irish Sport welcomes announcement of pathway for the return of Sport and Physical Activity
The Federation welcomes yesterday’s announcement that outdoor based sport and physical activity for adults can recommence from May 10th. We also welcome the pathway outlining increased opportunities for primarily indoor based sporting activities to begin from June...
Innovation and Adaptation to the fore for Cork Sports Partnership
Archived News
IWA-Sport updates – July
A busy few months for Irish Wheelchair Association Sport as clubs and athletes returned to activity across the country. Following the start of the country’s re-opening, our clubs got back training together where the focus was on fun and socialising once again. One...
Kerrie Leonard is off to Tokyo!
Archery Ireland is pleased to announce that Kerrie Leonard has qualified for the Tokyo Paralympic Games in the Para-Archery Individual Compound Open. After an incredibly tough qualifying campaign, all at Archery Ireland are very proud of Kerrie and wish her every...
Initiatives and Updates from Canoeing Ireland
Get Ireland Paddling. New Participation Website In a very positive move for casual paddlers Canoeing Ireland has launched a new website www.getirelandpaddling.ie/ with a wealth of useful information for everyone from first time or occasional paddlers to enthusiasts...
Be Alert to Water Safety
Sport Ireland and key stakeholders have come together to encourage everyone to be alert to water safety this summer. Over the last few months there have been many successful campaigns and initiatives in regards to educating the public on water safety. While all...
COVID Update – Department of Health
Thank you for your continuing support in helping to share information about COVID-19. Below are some communications updates for you. This week, we would particularly appreciate your help in sharing our communications updates on vaccination for people aged 18-24....
Inclusive Cycling for All in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown
17th June 2021 Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council working with local partners to enable older adults and people with a physical disability to cycle in the County. From Monday 21 Jun booking of Trishaws or inclusive bikes available via a dedicated portal at...
Alliance welcomes Government update on insurance reform
Stresses that only reductions in premiums will prove that actions are working Urges Government “don't leave anyone behind" in insurance reform plans The Alliance for Insurance Reform has welcomed the Government’s publication of the first implementation report of the...
COVID-19 Changes and Restrictions Update_2nd July – issued by Sport Ireland
As you will be aware, on Tuesday, June 29, the Government of Ireland announced the next phase of re-opening which will see some modification to the plans provisionally announced for July. A cautious approach with an emphasis on lower-risk activities will be followed....
Comment on Government delay of 5th July reopening for indoor sport and physical activity – 29th June 2021
The Federation of Irish Sport note the announcement of a delay to upcoming plans to reopen indoor sport and physical activity on July 5th. We have been working to establish the key facts for our members as well as seeking clarification on a number of items following...
VI/Blind Football is here!
Football is back for Irish players with vision impairments at three new regional training centres in Cork, Galway and Dublin with the support of four of Ireland’s top clubs – Cork City, Lakewood Athletic, Mervue United and Bohemian FC – and the FAI’s Football For All...