Meath joined Kerry in winning first time out in Allianz NHL Division 3A today, with the Royals claiming a 2-16 to 1-14 victory over London at Watford.

MINISTER Martin Cullen’s proposal to cut €2.5m from the inter-county player scheme and restrict it to 20 county teams has been branded as “elitist” and “absolutely despicable” by GPA chief executive Dessie Farrell.

Monaghan 2-15 Cavan 1-16

Gaelic Players Association chief Dessie Farrell has reported phenomenal interest in the players' group in recent times.