Vol. 558 No. 4
282 Ms B. Moynihan-Cronin asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if all new forestry-planting approvals have been suspended; when he proposes to begin approving applications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24821/02]
283 Ms B. Moynihan-Cronin asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the decisions which were made regarding forestry planting programmes following his meeting with representatives of the forestry sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24822/02]
I propose to take Questions Nos. 282 and 283 together.
I am aware of the concern of the forestry sector in relation to available funding for next year's afforestation programme. Decisions in relation to the forestry schemes will be finalised in the coming weeks.
