Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 May 2005
282 Mr. Penrose asked the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if a grant is available for rural electrification schemes for small farms in isolated areas in order to allow electricity to be brought thereto; if he will furnish the relevant information; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14906/05]
View answerMy Department administers the farm electrification grants scheme which subsidises the installation of electricity supply to farms located in disadvantaged areas which are without supply or where supply is inadequate. The scheme provides financial assistance to farmers who wish to provide or increase electricity supply to their farms. The grant aid available to successful applicants for new or increased supply is 80% of eligible costs to a maximum of €2,032 with any balance to be borne by the applicant. The maximum grant aid for three-phase supply — where a heavier current is required — is €4,064. Intending applicants must apply through their local ESB office where information leaflets and application forms are available.
