Mental Health Issues.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 27 January 2005

Thursday, 27 January 2005

Questions (46)

Brendan Howlin

Question:

40 Mr. Howlin asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food if her attention has been drawn to a recent publication for the IFA, Dealing with Stress, which aims to combat stress levels among farmers; her views on this study; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1917/05]

Written answers

Minister for Agriculture and Food (Mary Coughlan)

I am aware of the pamphlet referred to by the Deputy, which has been produced by the IFA in association with VHI Healthcare. The pamphlet is a most useful initiative to assist farmers and I welcome it.