asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food the present position regarding farmers under the Western Drainage Scheme who were unable to complete the work by December 1986 because of the appalling weather conditions; if he will have the time extended to allow these farmers to qualify for their grants; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Western Drainage Scheme.
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The Western Drainage Scheme expired on 31 December 1986. The EC Commission has been asked to extend the regulation and their response is awaited. I am pressing to have the matter finalised at an early date.