The Evening Echo were talking to some clubs around county Cork to get the reaction of the so called levies that will be introduced on clubs to pay the debt for Páirc Uí Chaoimh

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St Vincent’s PRO and Sinn Féin Councillor Mick Nugent isn’t pleased with the move by the county board.

“I would be concerned about these so-called service levies,” he said.

“The county board need to look at a fundraising strategy to service the debt that doesn’t impact on clubs who at the moment are busy trying to sell Rebels’ Bounty tickets, which benefits both the clubs and Cork GAA.

“It’s a challenge for clubs, particularly below senior level, to ensure the funds are there annually to keep the teams on the pitch and our Gaelic Games alive in our communities.”

Another club was reported as saying;

“Clubs are already struggling with increasing costs to maintain the status quo. We are already pushing with our lotto, bag packing, sponsored walks and even having to increase membership to keep going. 

“Clubs already support through Rebels’ Bounty, promotion of Cork GAA events and matchday tickets. We call on the county board to think again and not heap more pressure on already stretched clubs.” 

Clubs unhappy as they face new levies to reduce Páirc debt https://t.co/gMtLmGTa5x

— EchoLive.ie (@echolivecork) February 5, 2025