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<p>Responsibility for sport policy is devolved to the Northern Ireland Executive,
with proposals for financial support a matter for the Executive and Tourism NI.</p><p>
</p><p>We recognise the importance of events such as these for the Northern Ireland
economy, and as part of Northern Ireland’s outstanding tourism offer. Our focus will
be on encouraging the parties to form an Executive following the NI Assembly elections
so that important decisions, such as proposals for financial support for sporting
events, can be made by the Executive on behalf of the people in Northern Ireland.</p><p>
</p><p>In the case of the Northwest 200 road races, the organisers have confirmed
that the 2022 event will take place on May 8-14 and we wish those taking part and
the organisers every success.</p><p> </p>
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