GPA EGM for April 1
The Gaelic Players Association (GPA) has issued a statement today confirming that the players' body will hold an emergency general meeting of its members in Portlaoise on April 1.
The EGM has come about "in response to the GAA’s non-cooperation with the players’ association over the introduction of Government sports grants and a host of other player-welfare issues".
The GPA "does not accept the slow rate of progress on the grants proposal".
The statement added: "Despite a number of supportive statements by GAA officials and endorsement by central council over a year ago, the GAA has failed subsequently to engage with the players on this issue, culminating in last week’s failure to attend a critical meeting with the Sports Minister.
"The invitation to the GAA to attend this meeting was done so without prejudice."
