Rural Environment Protection Scheme.

Wednesday, 22 April 2009

Ceisteanna (574)

Michael Ring

Ceist:

629 Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will award a retrospective derogation for a person (details supplied) in County Mayo in order that they can enter REP scheme four. [15398/09]

Amharc ar fhreagra

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (Deputy Brendan Smith)

This case has been reviewed and a derogation from the requirement to have a minimum of 3 hectares of owned land is being granted. The applicant will be so advised by letter in the near future.