The IRFU and the ERC have welcomed the decision by the GAA's Central Council to make Croke Park provisionally available as a semi-final venue for this season’s Heineken Cup.

It is an unusual pairing at any GAA grade and while Kerry supporters are used to claiming silverware, for Kildare Under 21 boss Glenn Ryan it's a case of guiding the young Lillywhites to claim All Ireland honours that eluded him 10 years ago.

At today’ s Central Council meeting GAA President Nicky Brennan voiced his admiration and appreciation for Mr Kieran Mulvey of the Labour Relations Commission and Paraic Duffy, Director General, for their contributions in resolving the ongoing dispute that has gripped the GAA fraternity nationwide.