FINGAL County Council reiterated its support for equestrianism at the inaugural Fingal Sports Awards held recently in the Carlton Hotel, Blanchardstown, where, among those in attendance, were the Mayor of Fingal, Councillor Brian McDonagh, AnnMarie Farrelly, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council and Councillor Tom Kitt, Chairperson of the Fingal Sports Partnership.

The last-named emphasised the importance of volunteers: “Every week, more than 450,000 people across Ireland volunteer in clubs, providing invaluable opportunities for participation in activities in every community. Here in Fingal, sport would not thrive without the unwavering dedication of volunteers.” One of the recipients of a Volunteer of the Year Award on the night was Geraldine Dempsey, treasurer of Cheval Riding Club.