Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 June 2005
449 Mr. Lowry asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food her plans to extend the disadvantaged area in any new negotiations with the EU Commission; if she will include an area (details supplied) in County Tipperary; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20987/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Council of Agriculture Ministers agreed, at its meeting in Luxembourg on 20 June 2005, a new framework for rural development for the period 2007-13. The agreement provides for the maintenance of the existing arrangements for the less favoured areas until 2010. In the meantime, the Commission will present a report and proposals to the Council concerning the future payment system and designation of less favoured areas. Any changes to the less favoured areas scheme will be considered in the context of this review of the scheme.
