Sport Ireland publishes High Performance Strategy
Additional €1.3million in High Performance Impact Funding Announced Sport Ireland today published its new High Performance Strategy 2021-2032, a long term plan for the Irish high performance system over the next three Olympic and Paralympic cycles. A robust and...
The Global Design Challenge is looking for you!
Sport Ireland has partnered with UCC and Student Sport Ireland to deliver the Global Design Challenge 2021. The Global Design Challenge is an international competition looking for ambitious, innovative ideas to get people physically active. GDC uses design thinking...
Sport Ireland and Sporting Pride #LetsGetVisible Campaign – Dublin Pride Health and Wellbeing Week
Campaign Overview: Sport Ireland and Sporting Pride are pleased to launch the #LetsGetVisible campaign as part of Dublin Pride Health and Wellbeing Week which takes place from 14th to 20th June 2021. The campaign aims to recognise and acknowledge the importance of...
Additional information in relation to the resumption of sport and physical activity during June
Please find some additional information / reminders in relation to the resumption of sport and physical activity during the current June phase. Outdoor Competition: ‘The numbers permitted at organised outdoor events is a maximum of 100 for the majority of venues, with...
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...
Archived News
FAI Announces Equal Pay For Men and Women’s Senior Ireland Teams
The Football Association of Ireland is proud to announce that players representing the Republic of Ireland Senior Men and Senior Women’s international teams will receive the same match fees on international duty with immediate effect in a ground-breaking deal for...
Alliance welcomes establishment of Garda insurance fraud office
Alliance welcomes establishment of Garda insurance fraud office Calls on insurers to step up anti-fraud capacity The Alliance for Insurance Reform has warmly welcomed the establishment of an Insurance Fraud Coordination Office (IFCO) under the control of...
Update: International Travel During Covid-19 from Sport Ireland
As you will be aware, on July 19 the Government regulations pertaining international travel were amended. The approach to travel and associated restrictions are now significantly different, reflecting the positive impact of the vaccination programme and our gradual...
Kayak Skills with Laois Sports Partnership
Laois Sports Partnership hosts very successful Kayak Level 2 Skills Award for visually impaired The Kayak Level 2 Skills Award course recently run by Laois Sports Partnership in conjunction with SVT Canoeing & Kayaking club for NCBI members in Laois was a new...
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...