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

The first thing I would say is that the appeals process, which is independent of the Department, is an invaluable service to farmers. I am aware of instances where farmers have felt aggrieved by a decision of the Department interpreting the rules and regulations surrounding schemes and have appealed successfully. I encourage farmers to avail of the process. Yes, in the programme for Government we did undertake a review, and we have accepted all of its contents, as the Deputy is aware. To the best of my knowledge, the review was considered before the Oireachtas committee, and we are taking all the necessary steps to implement its findings.

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