COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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MEETING OF TALLAGHT AREA COMMITTEE (1)

Monday, February 25, 2013

QUESTION NO. 1

QUESTION: Councillor D. Looney

"To ask the Manager for an update on the Gathering 2013 for the area under the remit of this Committee, and to make a statement on the matter?"

REPLY:

South Dublin County Tourism in partnership with South Dublin County Council, Fingal Leader Partnership and The Gathering Ireland will host international events and tournaments in 2013 through sport and culture as part of the biggest tourism initiative to take place in Ireland under the Gathering Ireland 2013.

South Dublin County now recognised as a leading sports and events destination in Ireland is proud to have Tallaght Stadium, National Basketball Arena, National Baseball Facility, Peamount United Football Grounds and Citywest Hotel and Convention Centre as key venues participating in the local initiative - The Gathering Dublin 2013. All venues and sports partners have a strong and established reputation in hosting international teams and are looking forward to welcoming the teams to the county. Approximately 30,000 additional visitors will visit the county in 2013 and the series of tournaments will attract in excess of €50 million into the local economy of South Dublin County.

 Lead agency, South Dublin County Tourism is delighted with the support from local agencies and sports bodies.

‘The positivity from local community groups, businesses and SDCT members has been fantastic.

The Gathering Dublin 2013 will target visitors originating from the strong international markets and is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the county. The year long calendar will focus primarily on sports with events including American Football, Baseball, Cricket, Football, Bridge, Poker, Kickboxing, Cycling, Martial Arts, Canoeing and much much more!

Michael Ring TD Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Sport & Tourism,  launched the year long activity back in October 2012.  

For more information www.thegatheringdublin.com or email info@thegatheringdublin.com