Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 20 Feb 1996

Vol. 461 No. 7

Written Answers. - Rural Resettlement Kerry.

Mary Harney

Question:

180 Miss Harney asked the Minister for the Environment whether he has received an application for funding from Rural Resettlement Kerry; when he proposes to make a decision on this application; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3853/96]

Minister of State at the Department of the Environment (Ms McManus)

Representations seeking funding have been received from Rural Resettlement Kerry. My Department has made grants to Rural Resettlement Ireland since 1992. However, there are no funds available to assist separate rural resettlement groups operating is specific areas.