Robert Troy (Longford-Westmeath, Fianna Fail)
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249. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if an ACRES application can be awarded to a person (details supplied). [8964/23]

Charlie McConalogue (Donegal, Fianna Fail)
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As previously outlined to the Deputy in my response of 18th January, I can confirm that an ACRES application was submitted on behalf of the person named.

The scheme has proven to be hugely successful with farmers very keen to join. There were over 46,000 applications made before the deadline in December. I am delighted to see such a strong response to ACRES. This shows clearly how engaged and ambitious our farm families are for embracing the climate and biodiversity challenge.

All applications are currently being validated against the eligibility criteria outlined in the scheme specifications and terms and conditions. I am reviewing the matter regarding the number of applications to be approved. All applicants will be notified if their applications have been successful or unsuccessful. It is expected these notifications will issue to applicants in the near future.