Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 31 March 2021
1276. Deputy Claire Kerrane asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the supports available from his Department to those affected by flooding at Lough Funshinagh, County Roscommon; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17031/21]
View answerRoscommon County Council and the OPW, are in the first instance leading the engagement in relation to addressing the issue of flooding at Lough Funshinagh. The Department are in ongoing interaction with this group who are investigating technical solutions to address the issue.
There are currently no dedicated supports for land that is seasonally flooded. The Deputy should be aware that areas subject to temporary flooding but that become available for grazing during the summer are considered eligible for support under the Basic Payment Scheme and Agri-Environmental schemes.
