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Croke Park running costs ‘severely’ hit by energy crisis

New financial filings show its combined heating, lighting and power bill rose 183 per cent last year

Croke Park stadium costs hit by energy crisis. Picture: Inpho

Croke Park has been “severely impacted” by the energy crisis, with its bill up 183 per cent in 2022.

New accounts published by the firm behind the management of the stadium said the return of normal trading following the pandemic has caused an increase in its cost base.

The stadium recorded administration expenses of €11.6 million in the 12-month period up to September 30, 2022 after it hosted 33 matches and seven concerts, which were ...