Starmer Leaves Door Open for Casement Park Funding
Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasizes need for alternative propositions for the stadium redevelopment project.
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer has not ruled out government funding for the redevelopment of Casement Park in Belfast.
- He stated the need for an alternative proposition after the original plan for Euro 2028 was scrapped due to rising costs.
- Secretary of State Hilary Benn noted that a new design and funding plan are required, following the previous administration's inaction.
- Starmer defended the government's handling of the situation, citing the inherited financial constraints and timing issues.
- The redevelopment of Casement Park has faced delays due to legal challenges and other factors over the past decade.