Ivan Yates
Question:353 Mr. Yates asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food the views, if any, his Department or the European Commission have as to whether there will be a Leader III scheme put in place; the proposals, if any, there are to ensure ongoing activity in the area of community development under the auspices of his Department after the termination of the current Leader II programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1506/99]