Cycling Ireland has been strongly criticised by its own leisure commission over the decision to double the price of a one-day licence. The commission said the price hike would have a "severe negative impact" on all involved in Irish cycling.
It added Cycling Ireland did not consult with it on the price increase - from €10/£9 to €20/$18 - and called for the decision, which is due to come into effect next week, to be reversed.
In a statement issued on Wednesday night, hours after Cycling Ireland announced the price increase, the Cycling Ireland Leisure Commission said it was "disappointed to learn Cycling Ireland is increasing the cost" of one-day licences to riders who wanted to participate in events.
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"This 100 per cent increase will have a severe negative impact on our members organising events, on charities that benefit, and will serve to (sic) discourage participation and engagement in our sport," the commission, which is part of Cycling Ireland, said.
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"Cycling Ireland did not consult with us before making this change and we ask that it is reversed and a formal consultation put in place with members."
Earlier on Wednesday, Cycling Ireland said the price of the one-day licences must increase because inflationary pressures meant running costs are now much higher.
“This is a necessary step brought about by increased costs and inflationary pressure which has been experienced by organisations nationwide,” it explained in a statement. “Cycling Ireland members will not be affected by the measure and will simply pay the event entry fee (and not a one-day licence) when entering the event."
