The government has established a "Return to Sport Expert Group" to give guidance to sporting bodies on the phased return of sport in Ireland.
Minister for Sport, Shane Ross, and Minister of State with responsibility for Sport, Brendan Griffin will chair the new group.
They'll work alongside medical experts from the Sport Ireland Institute as well as officials from Sport Ireland and the Department of Sport.
Sport Ireland chief executive John Treacy says there's a "clear appetite for the reintroduction of sport at all levels" but it must be done in a safe and controlled manner:
"Through Sport Ireland’s extensive consultation with the sports sector, there is a clear appetite for the reintroduction of sport at all levels and an appreciation that this must be done in a controlled and safe manner. The work of this group will provide a clear pathway for sport based on expert opinion and within the parameters outlined in the Government’s Roadmap for the Reopening of Society and Business.
"We would like to acknowledge the professional and diligent manner in which the sports sector has reacted and adapted to the ongoing situation. A lot of work is being put in behind the scenes to ensure that sport can resume as quickly and as safely as possible."
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