Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 12 February 2009
160 Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if, in relation to previous parliamentary questions (details supplied) regarding towns which are excluded from the LEADER programme, he will provide an alternative provision for these towns. [5387/09]
Amharc ar fhreagraI refer the Deputy to my reply to Questions Nos. 301 and 302 of the 3rd February 2009 in which I outlined the reasons behind the exemption of certain urban areas from the Rural Development Programme.
As the Deputy is aware, my Department administers, delivers and funds a wide range of measures, programmes and schemes including those supportive of urban communities and urban areas.
A detailed description of each of the programmes and schemes operated by my Department, including relevant guidelines and eligibility criteria, are available on the Department's website at www.pobail.ie
