Hurling should get official EU heritage status – Kelly

A Fine Gael MEP is pushing for hurling to
be given official EU heritage status. Sean Kelly who represents Ireland South,
says he has already spoken to the European Commission about his proposals. He
says hurling is a unique game in Europe that deserves the coveted award and the
benefits it would bring.  

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MEP calls for official EU heritage status for hurling – Sean Kelly

The former President of the GAA, Sean
Kelly, is calling on the EU to give a heritage status to the game of hurling. Mr
Kelly, who is a Fine Gael MEP for the South constituency, says he is now
working on plans to get the European Commission to award the coveted status to
hurling.

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