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Tonight in Áras an Uachtaráin I received my seal of office from the President having been nominated by Simon Harris to serve as Minister for Arts, Culture, Media, Communications and Sport. I’m really looking forward to the new role and delivering on the Programme for Government.

Tonight in Áras an Uachtaráin I received my seal of office from the President having been nominated by Simon Harris to serve as Minister for Arts, Culture, Media, Communications and Sport. I’m really looking forward to the new role and delivering on the Programme for Government.

Congratulations to @patrickodonovan_td on being appointed as Minister for Arts, Culture, Communications, Media and Sport.

I was very sad today to learn of the passing of former Camogie Association President, Liz Howard.

A proud Tipperary woman, a groundbreaking voice on The Sunday Game, and a passionate advocate for women in sport, Liz broke boundaries and dedicated decades to our sporting community. There are women and girls playing today because of her, and generations more to come. We owe her a debt of gratitude for her service to Gaelic games.

My thoughts are with her family and wide circle of friends at this sad time.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

€19,900 secured for improvements to walking trails in Limerick!

Funding announced for two Ballyhoura projects:

🚶 The Knights Walk – €10,000
🚶 Ballyhoura Way Riverbank resurfacing – €9,900

This investment will improve trail surfaces, accessibility and help ensure these fantastic local amenities can continue to be enjoyed by walkers, families and visitors alike.

NEW: €15 million in Government support is now available to help fishing and aquaculture vessel owners with rising fuel costs.

This practical support will help protect jobs, support coastal communities and provide certainty for the sector at a critical time.

I’d encourage eligible vessel owners to engage early and apply before the deadline on 12 June.

A Gaelic Players Association delegation led by CEO Tom Parsons including Dublin hurler @chris_crummey and Westmeath footballer @lukeloughlin13 visited Leinster House today to meet Minister for Sport Patrick O’Donovan. 
 
The meeting was arranged to mark the payment of 2025 Government Grants to male inter-county players.
 
€3.8 million was paid to 2,438 male footballers and hurlers since Friday in recognition of their social and economic impact, worth almost €600m annually.
 
The level of support reflects the welcome uplift announced in Budget 2026, provided by the Department of Sport and overseen by Sport Ireland.
 
Tom Parsons thanked the Minister for the continued support and paid tribute to the investment in our elite amateur athletes and national games.
 
A further €3.4 million will be administered in conjunction with the LGFA, the Camogie Association and the GAA to fund female expenses.

A Gaelic Players Association delegation led by CEO Tom Parsons including Dublin hurler @chris_crummey and Westmeath footballer @lukeloughlin13 visited Leinster House today to meet Minister for Sport Patrick O’Donovan. 
 
The meeting was arranged to mark the payment of 2025 Government Grants to male inter-county players.
 
€3.8 million was paid to 2,438 male footballers and hurlers since Friday in recognition of their social and economic impact, worth almost €600m annually.
 
The level of support reflects the welcome uplift announced in Budget 2026, provided by the Department of Sport and overseen by Sport Ireland.
 
Tom Parsons thanked the Minister for the continued support and paid tribute to the investment in our elite amateur athletes and national games.
 
A further €3.4 million will be administered in conjunction with the LGFA, the Camogie Association and the GAA to fund female expenses.

Delighted to meet with Tom Parsons of the @gaelicplayers along with Dublin hurler Chris Crummey and Westmeath footballer Luke Loughlin.

The lads wanted to mark the payment of 2025 Government Grants male inter-county players - on Friday, €3.8 million was paid to 2,438 male footballers and hurlers in recognition of their social and economic impact, worth almost €600m annually.

The level of support reflects the welcome uplift announced in Budget 2026, provided by my Department of Sport and overseen by Sport Ireland.

A further €3.4 million will be administered in conjunction with the LGFA, the Camogie Association and the GAA to fund female player expenses.

📺 The Broadcasting (Amendment) Bill proposes stronger accountability measures for public service broadcasters, expands regulatory oversight, and establishes a new framework to support public service media across Ireland.

For more information, visit gov.ie/news

Fine Gael in government is investing €3.25m in additional support to advance the Galway Regional Aquatic Project.

Privileged to attend today’s National Famine Commemoration, remembering all those who suffered and died during An Gorta Mór, and honouring the resilience, strength and spirit of the Irish people.

A deeply moving and important occasion to reflect on our history, our communities, and the lasting impact of the Great Famine both at home and across the world.

Well done to all who were involved in organising today’s event, particularly those from our local community.

#remembrance #angortamor #portumna

@patrickodonovan_td @pj.murphy4 @jimmymcclearn @finegael

Privileged to attend today’s National Famine Commemoration, remembering all those who suffered and died during An Gorta Mór, and honouring the resilience, strength and spirit of the Irish people.

A deeply moving and important occasion to reflect on our history, our communities, and the lasting impact of the Great Famine both at home and across the world.

Well done to all who were involved in organising today’s event, particularly those from our local community.

#remembrance #angortamor #portumna

@patrickodonovan_td @pj.murphy4 @jimmymcclearn @finegael

Privileged to attend today’s National Famine Commemoration, remembering all those who suffered and died during An Gorta Mór, and honouring the resilience, strength and spirit of the Irish people.

A deeply moving and important occasion to reflect on our history, our communities, and the lasting impact of the Great Famine both at home and across the world.

Well done to all who were involved in organising today’s event, particularly those from our local community.

#remembrance #angortamor #portumna

@patrickodonovan_td @pj.murphy4 @jimmymcclearn @finegael

Privileged to attend today’s National Famine Commemoration, remembering all those who suffered and died during An Gorta Mór, and honouring the resilience, strength and spirit of the Irish people.

A deeply moving and important occasion to reflect on our history, our communities, and the lasting impact of the Great Famine both at home and across the world.

Well done to all who were involved in organising today’s event, particularly those from our local community.

#remembrance #angortamor #portumna

@patrickodonovan_td @pj.murphy4 @jimmymcclearn @finegael

Last night I officially opened the new All-weather Pitch & flood lighting system at @kerryfcofficial – Mounthawk Park, Tralee. This project was supported by my Department of @deptculturecommssport with funding of nearly €400k.
Congratulations and well done to all involved in the club on the project and I look forward to visiting again soon 🟢🟡 ⚽️

⚠️EVERY VOTE COUNTS - and we need to keep going out on the doors for the next week, to get @seankyne_ into the Dáil as a TD for Galway West. 1️⃣