Disadvantaged Areas Scheme Payments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 12 February 2015

Thursday, 12 February 2015

Questions (137)

Brendan Smith

Question:

137. Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the number of applicants paid under the 2014 disadvantaged areas scheme; the total amount paid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6491/15]

Written answers

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine

Payments to date under the 2014 Disadvantaged Areas Scheme have issued to some 92,957 beneficiaries worth approx €195 million. Payments are continuing to issue as further cases become clear for payment.