Midlands Sports Set For €1.1m Funding Allocation In 2026

Laois will receive the highest amount of funds in the midlands.

A combined €1.1 million is being allocated to Sports Partnerships across the Midlands for 2026.

The local bodies promote participation for activities and help to develop local clubs, with a certain amount set aside to promote women and girls getting involved in sport.

Laois is getting the highest amount of core funding at €419,000, followed by Offaly with over €341,000 and Westmeath at €327,000.

While the adjacent Women in Sport scheme sees Laois get the most funds at €25,000,  Offaly gets 15,000 and Westmeath just €5,000 

Sports Minister Patrick O'Donovan says more can be done to support interest in sports by girls:

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