Vol. 481 No. 1
116 Mr. Deenihan asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food if the EU Commission has approved increased funding levels for community projects under Leader II from 50 per cent to 70 per cent; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15482/97]
117 Mr. Deenihan asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food if the EU Commission has approved increased funding levels for tourist accommodation under Leader II; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15483/97]
I propose to take Questions Nos. 116 and 117 together.
The decision of the European Commission on my Department's proposal to increase the funding levels for tourist accommodation and community enterprise projects has not yet been received. The Commission's decision is expected shortly and will be announced as soon as possible.
