274. Deputy Claire Kerrane asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if disability grants are available for a para-athlete (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52510/26]

Sport Ireland, which is funded by my Department, is the statutory body with responsibility for the development of sport, increasing participation at all levels and raising standards, including the allocation of funding across its various programmes. It is responsible for providing funding to elite development and high performance pathways.

For details of the funding streams in place I have referred the Deputy's question to Sport Ireland for direct reply. I would ask the Deputy to inform my office if a reply is not received within 10 days.