Dáil Éireann - Volume 598 - 22 February, 2005

Written Answers. - Grant Payments.

  283. Mr. Sargent asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food if, in view of evidence given by persons (details supplied) at the Mahon tribunal, she will re-examine the entitlement of a person [459] to farmer forestry premium payments; and if she will suspend the payment of further premiums pending the outcome of such review. [5575/05]

  Mary Coughlan:Having examined the relevant application, I am satisfied the person in question meets the criteria laid down for payment of the farmer-rate of forestry premium.