Grant Payments.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 November 2005

Tuesday, 29 November 2005

Questions (323)

Jimmy Deenihan

Question:

312 Mr. Deenihan asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food if the single payment scheme will be reviewed to ensure that entitlements on land whether owned or leased can be leased in full to a family member; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36328/05]

Written answers

Minister for Agriculture and Food (Mary Coughlan)

Under the provisions of the EU single payment scheme, it is possible to lease entitlements to another farmer provided that the entitlements are accompanied by an equivalent number of hectares.