Sinn Féin MP Paul Maskey said finding a solution that gets contractors on the ground and work started to build Casement Park ahead of Euro 2028 must be a top priority.

The West Belfast MP said:

“Our focus is on getting contractors on the ground and getting Casement Park built now.

“Hosting Euro 2028 is an exciting prospect and the opportunity of a lifetime.

“Alongside the construction of the new Casement Park stadium in West Belfast, it will help to strengthen our local economy, create jobs, and showcase everything that makes our island and people amazing through the power of sport. 

“It will also provide a significant boost to tourism and a real economic driver for West Belfast with thousands of people set to visit the city and the north to attend games. 

“Now is the time to move forward to build Casement Park to ensure we will have a first-class, state-of-the-art sporting facility for Ulster Gaels, and to host major games in the Euros and big events.

“It is important that the Irish and British government work with the football associations and the GAA to get this flagship project over the line quickly and on time.”