Debate contribution: Northern Ireland Football Fund

Debate contribution by Mr Mark Durkan on 23 September 2025.

MLA: Mr Mark Durkan
Party at the time: Social Democratic and Labour Party
Date: 23 September 2025
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Northern Ireland Football Fund
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5129688

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Gabh mo leithscéal.
I certainly did not slur any officials, nor did I slur any clubs. Obviously, any and all clubs that were unsuccessful will be unhappy, but there is a consensus across all clubs and communities that Institute and Ards have been particularly hard done by in the process. What plans are there to help those homeless clubs?

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This follow-up belongs to: Topical question AQT 1581/22-27.

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