Debate contribution: UEFA Euro 2028

Debate contribution by Mr Mark Durkan on 17 November 2025.

MLA: Mr Mark Durkan
Party at the time: Social Democratic and Labour Party
Date: 17 November 2025
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: UEFA Euro 2028
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5245445

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While we host the draw for that prestigious competition, Dublin will host seven matches and generate hundreds of millions of pounds. Does the Minister have no regrets that the Executive did not do more to secure the investment needed in Casement Park to allow Northern Ireland to play a proper role in hosting and benefiting from one of the biggest sporting tournaments in the world? Will steps be taken to ensure that we do not miss out on similar opportunities in future?

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This follow-up belongs to: Topical question AQT 1771/22-27.

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