Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Friday - 16 September 2016

Friday, 16 September 2016

Questions (1481)

Niamh Smyth

Question:

1481. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if a subsidy is still in existence for the installation of electricity in slatted sheds and farm out offices; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24684/16]

Written answers

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine

Under TAMS II grant-aid is available for wiring/rewiring existing farm buildings. In cases were electricity is not available at the site of the building, there is no grant-aid available to provide a connection to the grid.