Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 22 Oct 1991

Vol. 411 No. 4

Written Answers. - Headage Payments.

Paul Connaughton

Question:

106 Mr. Connaughton asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food if it is his intention to increase the number of livestock units from the present total of 30 for headage payments purposes under the severely handicapped areas scheme for 1991; and if the premium per livestock unit will also be increased in the current year.

Minister for Agriculture and Food (Mr. O'Kennedy)

As soon as a final decision is taken on the precise details and timing of increases in headage payments, I will make the appropriate announcement.