Charlie McConalogue (Donegal, Fianna Fail)
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I have long supported the cohort of farmers known as the forgotten farmers and I have committed to supporting them who find themselves, in many cases, in this situation through no fault of their own.

My Department developed a preliminary outline of a proposal to provide support to the forgotten farmer group. Work is ongoing on addressing a number of issues, such as the funding required and consistency with the public expenditure, before the details of the eligibility requirements and benefits to successful applicants under the scheme can be finalised.

Details of the scheme will be made available as soon as this process has been completed. I am committed to delivering for these farmers, many of whom find themselves in this situation through no fault of their own, at the earliest opportunity.