Vol. 548 No. 5
142 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and Rural Development if a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath will be deemed entitled to the early retirement scheme pension in their own right; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5509/02]
The person named entered the scheme of early retirement from farming in joint management with her husband. At the time of entry, her husband was over the maximum eligible age so the application was made in her name. The classification of the application as "joint management" is currently being examined in the light of representations made on her behalf. The person named and the Deputy will be advised when the decision is made.
