An application for compensation under the cessation of turf cutting compensation scheme has been received by my Department from the individual referred to in the Deputy's Question. A payment of €1,500 in respect of Year 1 of 15 (2011) and a payment of €1,500 in respect of Year 2 of 15 (2012) had been made to this applicant. Following the receipt by my Department of outstanding documents in relation to the application, I am advised that a payment of €1,518 in respect of Year 3 of 15 (2013) has recently been made to the applicant.