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Topical Issue Debate: Beef Industry (17 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: As the Deputies will be aware, the inaugural meeting of beef task force scheduled for Monday, 14 October had to be suspended following events outside Agriculture House. Members of the task force were prevented from attending the meeting and were subject to physical violence and intimidation. Members of staff of my Department were also subjected to abusive and threatening behaviour. While I...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Forestry Sector (15 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: There are various debates on the best species of tree to grow in order to sequester carbon. The more appropriate approach is to have the right tree in the right place being properly managed, taking into account all aspects. There are 12 different grant and premium categories under the afforestation programme. These range from basic conifer, which will include 15% broadleaves, right through...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Forestry Sector (15 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: Forests play an important role in climate change mitigation by removing greenhouse gases from the atmosphere. This process is known as sequestration. The ability of forests to sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere depends on a range of site parameters, including the species of the trees, the age of the forest and the type of soil. The national forest inventory, which is compiled by...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: This issue tends to arise annually. The date was previously extended when there were exceptional conditions. It remains the case that if a slurry tank is filled, the farmer may seek leave to empty it, and it will be decided on case by case. However, the Deputies indicated that farmers would not spread slurry today or tomorrow because the ground is saturated.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: There is and always has been a helpline. Applications may be made on a case-by-case basis. The situation is kept under constant review. With regard to Deputy Collins's point on the two-crop and three-crop rules, they are part of the Common Agricultural Policy greening rules. I am unsure whether derogations can be obtained, but those affected should give that consideration.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Community Development Projects (10 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: I will ensure that the Deputy's very persuasive arguments are brought back to the attention of the Minister, in particular the availability of the dormant accounts fund. I am aware that the rural and urban regeneration funds and community enhancement programme are possible sources of funding. The Minister asked his officials to keep him appraised of the situation, following the...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Community Development Projects (10 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: I thank the Deputy for raising this important matter. The Minister of State, Deputy Catherine Byrne, was meant to deputise for the Minister for Rural and Community Development, but she has had to attend to a domestic matter. The Minister, Deputy Ring, is aware of the situation in Huntstown community centre and knows how important the centre is to the people of Huntstown. Community...

Financial Resolutions 2019 - Financial Resolution No. 9: General (Resumed) (10 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: Against the background of Brexit uncertainty, it was vital that the Government framed a prudent budget for 2020. I will focus on the key areas of my responsibility, namely forestry, horticulture, organics and the greyhound sector. The continued support for the development of forestry in Ireland is reinforced with an allocation of €103 million, including a capital carryover, for...

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (3 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: The Minister has written to the various organisations asking for their nominees. He will outline the details in respect of the independent chairman. I cannot answer the question on the two people against whom injunctions allegedly remain in place.

Forestry Sector: Motion [Private Members] (1 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: I was trying to absorb all that wisdom-----

Forestry Sector: Motion [Private Members] (1 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: -----from the good Deputy. I thank all the Members for their contributions on the subject of-----

Forestry Sector: Motion [Private Members] (1 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: I did not. I said "absorb".

Forestry Sector: Motion [Private Members] (1 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: Maybe they should have gone to Specsavers.

Forestry Sector: Motion [Private Members] (1 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: Well, I did not. Deputy McGrath knows my form. I would not say that.

Forestry Sector: Motion [Private Members] (1 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: I ask the Deputies to acknowledge I did not say "ignore".

Forestry Sector: Motion [Private Members] (1 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: I am sorry I did not make myself clearer. I would have thought the Deputies would understand my accent at this stage. As Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with responsibility for forestry, I find these discussions very useful and informative. I also met the Joint Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine in July, which gave me an opportunity to...

Forestry Sector: Motion [Private Members] (1 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: It is 29%.

Forestry Sector: Motion [Private Members] (1 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: We did not.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Forestry Sector (1 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: As I said, we have commissioned a report from Mr. Jim Mackinnon on the applications and administration process. I hope this will streamline the process even further. The core point is that the applications are down to 5,000 ha. We cannot grant on the basis of applications we do not receive. We need to ascertain the reasons for that. There are competitive factors, such as the surge in...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Forestry Sector (1 Oct 2019)

Andrew Doyle: I thank Deputy Cahill for raising this issue. I am keenly aware of the importance of timely issue of approvals by my Department for the planting, thinning and felling of trees, both to achieve our afforestation targets and to ensure a consistent supply of timber for processing and renewable energy. As the Deputy is aware, forestry in Ireland operates within a legal and regulatory framework....