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AppendicesAppendix 2 The support framework for sport in IrelandSports OrganisationsThe following chart provides a framework of sports organisations and committees that are directly involved in the development and implementation of sports policies in Ireland.
Department of Arts, Sport and TourismSports policy is under the remit of the Department of Arts, Sport and Tourism. The current policy framework is outlined in the 2003-2005 Strategy Statement19. The Department’s mission is to: “…contribute to the economic, social and cultural progress of Irish society and the enrichment of its quality of life through promoting sustainable tourism; encouraging excellence in sporting and artistic achievement; facilitating greater access to sport and the arts; and preservation of our cultural inheritance.” In the Strategy Statement, the Department set itself the overarching goal: “.. to promote and encourage a vibrant and active sports sector, especially in areas of disadvantage, with increased participation, good quality sustainable facilities and opportunities for people to play an active role in sport; where the talents, potential and needs of competitive and elite athletes are also cherished and supported in their pursuit of excellence and success.” The Department’s objective is to develop the sports sector at all levels of society. 19 Department of Arts, Sport and Tourism, First Statement of Strategy 2003 - 2005 Sports Council of IrelandThe Sports Council of Ireland, established in 1999, has responsibility for implementing sports policies and in this regard, its mission is simply described in its Statement of Strategy 2003-2005 document as: “To plan, lead and coordinate the sustainable development of competitive and recreational sport in Ireland”. The current strategy builds on the principles established in the ISC original strategic plan ‘A New Era for Sport’. The strategic principles are:
The New Era for Sport Strategy 2002-2003 defined three strategic priorities which are: 1.Removing barriers and increasing participation; 2.Developing ability; 3.Achieving world class success The strategic priorities are interlinked with a view to developing sport at local, regional, national and international levels. SCI Strategies
Campus and Stadium Ireland Development Ltd.Campus and Stadium Ireland Development Ltd (CSID) was established in February 2000 as a limited company. Its objectives include: 1.To manage and oversee the design, construction, equipping and commissioning of a campus and stadium at Abbotstown, Dublin 15 to be known as ‘Campus and Stadium Ireland’. 2.To select an operating entity or entities to operate Campus and Stadium Ireland. The Board of Campus and Stadium Ireland, which consists of twelve directors, is accountable to its shareholders, the Taoiseach, the Minister for Finance and the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism. Sports Campus Ireland20 at Abbotstown is being developed in the context of the Irish Sports Council’s plan for the future development of Irish Sport. Key to the success of the development will be the vital participation, on many levels, of sporting organisations, universities, local organisations, state, semi-state and statutory bodies, business organisations and private sector partners. Sports Campus Ireland will establish links with other organisations such as the NCTC in Limerick and Jordanstown in Northern Ireland to ultimately create a state of the art sporting infrastructure for the island of Ireland. It is envisaged that Sports Campus Ireland will contribute to the development of sport throughout Ireland. The Campus will contribute significantly to Ireland’s capacity to compete on the international stage, and will assist in making sport more accessible to all. Key Government initiatives to date include the decision to develop the National Aquatic Centre and the redevelopment of the Lansdowne Road site. The National Aquatic Centre was completed in early 2003 and successfully hosted the swimming events in the 2003 Special Olympics World Summer Games. The Government has also agreed to provide substantial funding towards the development of state of the art stadium facilities at Lansdowne Road. National Coaching & Training Centre (NCTC)The NCTC was established in 1992 and is based in the University of Limerick Campus. Its current terms of reference encompass: 1.To co-ordinate and provide quality controlled holistic support for talented players and athletes, specifically to include: a)Provision of sports science and medical support to players/athletes and squads; b)Provision of training camps to targeted national squads in the context of the ISC international training and competition framework; c)Co-ordination of the non-financial aspects of the Carding Scheme; d)Development of the Athlete Career Education (ACE) programme. 2.To consolidate and develop the National Coaching Development Programme (NCDP); 3.To extend the NCDP in the area of high performance coaching and to provide information to coaches on an ongoing basis; 4.To advise the Irish Sports Council in relation to the development of coaching and high performance sport; 5.To conduct appropriate research in line with the objectives of the Centre. Olympic Council of IrelandThe Olympic Council of Irelands mission is to foster the development of the Olympic Movement and its ideals in Ireland. It aims to consistently encourage the Olympic Spirit amongst youth and assist the Irish Government to carry out programmes of physical culture, recreation and health for the youth. The OCI functions as the Olympic Representative Body for all National Sports Organisations in Ireland21. 20 Source: www.arts-sport-tourism.gov.ie ; www.csid.ie . The OCI is an organisation with a long history at the forefront of the Olympic movement. It is now undergoing significant organisational changes with the appointment of additional full time staff in the roles of Sports Director and Chief Executive Officer. New working relationships between the honorary roles and the executive positions are being developed. Olympic & Paralympic Performance CommitteesThe Olympic Performance Committee (OPC) and the Paralympic Performance Committee (PPC) were established as an outcome of the Sydney Review. The Committee’s act as a forum for discussions between the Sports Council of Ireland and the Olympic and Paralympic Councils of Ireland. The work of the OPC and PPC has helped to significantly improve the level and quality of communications between these support organisations. It is envisaged that these structures will remain in place for the foreseeable future. The OPC Terms of Reference are outlined below: Purpose The purpose of the Olympic Performance Committee (OPC) shall be to ensure the most effective co-ordination of activity to support the preparation and performance of the Irish Team for the Olympic Games. Membership The Committee shall comprise of 4 members nominated by the Irish Sports Council and 4 members nominated by the Olympic Council of Ireland. Remit The Committee shall: ❖Drive the implementation of the recommendations of the Athens Review that relate to the preparation and performance of the Irish Team for the Olympic Games. ❖Produce and implement, in consultation with all stakeholders, long term Olympic Plans for winter and summer Games. ❖Ensure identified athletes, coaches, management and support personnel receive all relevant information in relation to the Olympic Games. ❖Co-ordinate all multi sport training camps, management and support staff training and other central team building activities towards the Olympic Games. ❖Establish an effective consultative forum for athletes, coaches, management and other support personnel involved in the preparation for the Olympic Games. ❖Encourage, guide and assist all NGB Olympic Sport Performance Programmes. ❖Encourage and monitor the maximising of all resources. ❖Report in full and advise the OCI and ISC on all relevant matters pertaining to the Olympic Games. ❖Carry out in partnership other relevant activities in pursuit of the above purpose. Liaise with all Working Groups with regard to roles and responsibilities. 21 Olympic Council of Ireland website www.olympicsport.ie |
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