asked the Minister for Agriculture if he will state if the scheme for interest-free loans for flooded areas applies to the flooded areas of the Foerish and Moy Rivers in County Sligo; further, if he will request the Commissioners of Public Works to examine the possibility of having the rocks removed from these rivers in the near future.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Loans for Flood Relief.
asked the Minister for Agriculture whether he will extend the scheme for interest-free loans to include farmers along the River Moy, and in any other districts similarly flooded.
As Questions Nos. 33 and 34 relate to the same subject, I propose, with your permission, a Cheann Comhairle, to take them together.
Reports on exceptional flooding in all areas are in the process of preparation, and will be considered by the Government when completed.
I am having Deputy Gilbride's request conveyed to the Commissioners of Public Works.