Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 27 May 2020
665. Deputy Marc MacSharry asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if the case of a person (details supplied) in County Leitrim who was refused the hardship grant even though their herd is restricted will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7667/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Hardship Grant Scheme is aimed at assisting eligible herdowners who retain and feed animals during prolonged periods of restriction as a result of a TB breakdown. Eligibility for the scheme is subject to certain criteria and is designed to alleviate the additional feed costs incurred. One of these criteria is that the holding remain restricted for a period of at least 60 days. Eligibility for payment commences after 60 days.
My Department has reviewed this case and the applicant is entitled to a Hardship Grant covering the period 4th– 30th April 2020. This payment will issue promptly.
