Euro858038 awarded here under 2015 sports capital programme

A total of €858,038 has been awarded to 33 sports clubs and organisations in Westmeath and Longford as part of the 2015 Sports Capital Programme, announced today.

Labour’s Deputy Willie Penrose has welcomed the news, stating that the funding will help boost local participation in sports by helping clubs develop their facilities.

He said: “I want to congratulate the clubs who have been successful in their bids and wish them well. In total, 20 clubs in Westmeath and 13 clubs in Longford have been awarded grants.

“A huge volume of applications was received, and would encourage those who didn’t make the cut this time to apply again to the next grant scheme.

“In the meantime, I am delighted that total funding of €858,038 will benefit 33 clubs here. It will help these clubs modernise and develop their sports facilities and purchase new sports equipment, all of which has positive knock-on effects for our community.

“The Sports Capital Programme is an important lifeline for sports clubs and organisations, and it demonstrates the government’s commitment to encourage more people to take part in sport.”