Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Wednesday, 8 February 2023

Select Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine

Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 30 - Agriculture, Food and the Marine (Revised)

Photo of Charlie McConalogueCharlie McConalogue (Donegal, Fianna Fail)
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We had increased payments last year for higher than expected costs in operating the scheme last year, including payments to veterinary professionals for testing. We will monitor expenditure during 2023 and adjust as necessary for any additional funding needed to maintain the programme.