Ulster GAA and the Irish FA have recently written a joint letter to the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as doubts remain over the willingness of the British government to deliver on assurances given last year
A new report has revealed that hosting the Euro 2028 Championship at Casement Park in Belfast would boost the local economy to the tune at least £106 million.
Read more: Tyrone U20 captain Michael Rafferty opens up on senior ambitions as Jarlath Burns hails his resilience following A5 tragedy Latest estimates suggest that the rebuild could cost over £300m and doubts remain over the willingness of the British government to deliver on assurances given last year.The Grant Thornton report focuses on the economic and tourism impact hosting five games at Euro 2028 would have on the local economy.
Commenting on the report Brian McAvoy, Chief Executive, Ulster GAA stated: “Grant Thornton’s report is unambiguous in its analysis of both the short and long term economic, tourism and inward investment opportunities that the Euros can unlock for all of our people. “We also called for clarity on the Casement Park and Euro 2028 funding position to enable the NI Executive to, then, take the necessary steps to deliver this landmark stadium. With the announcement of the impending dissolution of the UK Parliament within days this matter is now beyond urgent.
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