Martin Browne (Tipperary, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

In the Department's opening statement this morning, the officials spoke about the potential for serious loss of eco-scheme funds in the event of a lower than expected take-up. They stated the loss of funds issued must be addressed through flexibilities, including the Council's general approach. They stated they are focused on this proposed learning period over the first two years of the operation of the eco-schemes. What does each organisation before the committee think of this proposed learning period? Are they comfortable with it?