Micheál Carrigy TD spoke in the Dáil: Stop the Game Campaign and FAI Participation in Matches against Israel: Motion [Private Members]

On 9 June 2026, Fine Gael TD Micheál Carrigy of Longford‑Westmeath spoke in the Dáil on a private‑members’ motion titled “Stop the Game Campaign and FAI Participation in Matches against Israel.” The motion was tabled to address concerns about the Football Association of Ireland’s participation in matches involving Israel. Carrigy contributed to the debate, expressing his views on the issue. The motion was debated as part of the regular parliamentary schedule.

The motion reflects ongoing debates within Irish politics over sporting links and international relations. While the motion itself was not adopted, it prompted discussion among members about the role of sport in diplomatic contexts. Carrigy’s participation underscores the active engagement of Longford‑Westmeath representatives in national policy discussions.

For full details of the debate, see the Oireachtas record at https://www.oireachtas.ie/en/debates/debate/dail/2026-06-09/.

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