Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 9 June 2010
325 Deputy Paul Connaughton asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the reason a grant has not been awarded under the cow welfare scheme in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24638/10]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe person named applied for ten animals in 2009. To date payment totaling €320 has issued in respect of eight animals. Payment has not issued in respect of the two remaining animals due to late registration. An official from my Department has been in contact with the applicant with a view to resolving the matter.
326 Deputy Pat Breen asked the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when an application will be processed in respect of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24663/10]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe application form and relevant documentation regarding the transfer of the Herdnumber has not been submitted, to my Department's District Veterinary Office in Limerick. My staff have established that the documentation is currently with Teagasc and will be lodged to the Limerick DVO shortly. Following receipt of the required documentation, the herdnumber can be transferred to the person concerned, provided that my Department is satisfied that all the relevant criteria are fulfilled.
