Denis Naughten (Longford-Roscommon, Fine Gael)
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Question 188: To ask the Minister for Agriculture and Food if there is a grant scheme available for the construction of equine stables; if a scheme exists for the conversion or refurbishment of buildings for equine stables; the rate of grant available; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7031/07]

Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)
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The new Rural Development Programme 2007-2013 provides for the continuation of grant-aid for the construction of equine stables and related facilities, including the conversion of existing buildings. The Scheme concerned, the Farm Improvement Scheme, will be introduced as soon as EU approval is received for the Programme.

Michael Lowry (Tipperary North, Independent)
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Question 189: To ask the Minister for Agriculture and Food the supports available from her Department or from equestrian organisations funded by her Department for the development of an equestrian centre. [7072/07]

Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)
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The on-farm capital investment measure included in the new National Development Plan includes possible support for the equine sector.

The new Rural Development Programme 2007-2013, which has been submitted to the European Commission for approval, provides for the continuation of grant-aid for the construction of equine stables and related facilities. The Scheme concerned, the Farm Improvement Scheme, will be introduced as soon as EU approval is received for the Programme.