Responding to speculation in today’s Times TUV deputy leader Councillor Ron McDowell said:
“Just a few days ago the Chancellor spelt out the dire state of public finances. There should be no question therefore of Westminster pumping hundreds of millions into Casement.
“The Government claims they want the whole of the UK to benefit from the Euros. That doesn’t justify spending a vast sum on a project which will leave no footballing legacy in Northern Ireland.
“Originally the GAA agreed to pay 20% of the costs of the project. Now they, the richest sporting organisation on this island, demand an unlimited cheque from Westminster.
“Frankly, the GAA is far too greedy and is taking hard pressed tax payers for a ride.
“The idea that Northern Ireland football fans are supportive of this madness has no basis in reality.”