Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 1 May 1997

Vol. 478 No. 6

Written Answers. - Farmer's Retirement Scheme.

Mary O'Rourke

Question:

197 Mrs. O'Rourke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and Forestry if he will review the case of a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath who applied for a farmer's retirement pension over six months ago; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11898/97]

Minister for Agriculture, Food and Forestry (Mr. Yates)

The application is not yet complete and the applicant's solicitor has been requested to supply further documentation. When that is received the application will be processed and, if it is found to be in order, payment will be made shortly thereafter.