Michael Creed (Cork North West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I accept the point and the Deputy's bona fides. I agree with many of the views he has expressed. The question proposes a flat-rate system in lieu of the current entitlements regime, which dates back almost 20 years. However, one must bear in mind that a flat-rate system may further disadvantage many such smallholders. There may be-----

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