Brian Leddin (Limerick City, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Chair and offer my apologies to Deputy Carthy who raised his hand before me. I wish to ask Mr. McDonald about the design of the scheme and alternatives. We heard today and on previous occasions that the recycling rate for farm plastics is very high and stands at approximately 80%. Farmers are to be commended for taking part in what is a very successful scheme. Perhaps Mr. McDonald could indicate what might be the position if there was a fully market led system for the recycling of farm plastics, based on the experience of other sectors, and even jurisdictions, and whether he is aware of how such a system might compare in terms of recycling rates.