asked the Minister for Agriculture if he will state whether the farm improvements scheme will be put into operation this year; and, if so, what will be the latest date for receiving applications.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Farm Improvements Scheme.
The operation of the farm improvements scheme is proceeding as usual in respect of a large number of applications—about 32,000— which were approved last year but the works under which were not completed by the end of March last on account of abnormal conditions prevailing during 1947.
It will take some considerable time before this large arrear can be overtaken and until that stage is reached I do not propose to invite fresh applications.