Ian Mallon: Report calls for cut to funds if NGBs fail to curb abuse of referees or players

NGBs will no longer be allowed “turn a blind eye” to instances of abuse, and should now comply to a system where their own performance in handling discipline is measured by Sport Ireland

TIME FOR CHANGE: National Governing Bodies across all sports have been delivered a seismic blow by a Dáil report into abuse of referees, officials, and players. ©INPHO/James Crombie

National Governing Bodies across all sports have been delivered a seismic blow by an Oireachtas committee report into abuse of referees, officials, and players.

NGBs will no longer be allowed “turn a blind eye” to instances of abuse, and should comply to a system where their performance in handling discipline is measured by Sport Ireland and, where necessary, financial sanctions are imposed against organisations that offend.