Denis Naughten (Longford-Roscommon, Fine Gael)

Will the Minister comment on last week's rumour that these funds will come under the disadvantaged areas scheme for the current year? If not, are there plans to include the funds under the scheme at a future date if Ireland is still entitled to them following the Minister's negotiations in June?

Does the Minister plan to focus on issues such as food quality, animal health and meeting standards, which are critically important for the agricultural sector, or will the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs get his hands on the modulated funds?

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