Paul Connaughton (Galway East, Fine Gael)
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Question 520: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if farmers whose farms are considered to be already viable in terms of size will be discriminated against in relation to the ongoing sale of cow parks around the country, and if so, the size of farms that would be considered to be already viable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26969/11]

Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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The Irish Land Commission (Dissolution) Act 1992 lays down provisions governing the disposal of cow parks. A Scheme for such a disposal is currently being prepared by my Department. In accordance with section 8 of the said Act and having regard to the objectives and purposes of the former Commission, it is intended to primarily consider the needs of local smallholders. However, all applicants will be interviewed and considered in accordance with the legislation.