Fianna Fáil Senator Lisa Chambers has welcomed an investment package of €187,835 in Dormant Accounts Funding for a wide range of sport and physical activity measures in Mayo.
The investment, announced by Sports Ireland, aims to engage communities across the country, focusing on people with disabilities, people who are educationally disadvantaged and from disadvantaged communities.
Senator Chambers said: "The funding announced today will have a really positive impact on local sporting groups as well as our wider communities across Mayo.
"I was particularly delighted to see €43,680 allocated to Castleabar Urban Adventure Hub while Ballinrobe Community Sports and Physical Activity Hub will receive a welcome boost of €21,955.
"Addressing inequalities in sports participation is a key priority for my colleagues and I in Fianna Fáil. This significant investment targeting people who are economically, socially or educationally disadvantaged or who have a disability, is very welcome.
"Over the course of this pandemic, we have seen the huge importance that Irish people place on sport and physical activity and the many benefits it can have on our mental and physical wellbeing.
"While restrictions have been difficult for all groups in society it has been particularly detrimental for people with a disability and for older adults. I am encouraged to see a strong level of investment in projects addressing this as returning to sport and physical activity safely will have far-reaching benefits for both cohorts."
