asked the Minister for Fisheries and Forestry the amount of funds provided under the programme for western development for private forestry; and the amount taken up each year since the scheme was introduced in 1981.
Written Answers. - Western Development Programme.
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Mr. Leonard
The amount of funds provided for private forestry under the programme for western development is £18 million. The total grants paid are as follows: 1981, Nil; 1982, £55,618; 1983 (up to 31 October), £38,568.