Brendan Smith
Question:101 Mr. B. Smith asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food the proposals, if any, he has to re-introduce the farm installation aid scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16559/98]
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101 Mr. B. Smith asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food the proposals, if any, he has to re-introduce the farm installation aid scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16559/98]
The terms of a revised scheme of installation aid are at an advanced stage of consideration within my Department. The scheme will require the approval of the Department of Finance and EU Commission. I will be endeavouring to secure the necessary approvals as early as possible.