Share of applicants qualifying for grants

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Noonan asked what percentage of farmers would qualify under the scheme. Connaughton estimated 80–85 per cent of those who apply.

Michael J. Noonan Mr. Noonan Fianna Fáil

(Limerick West): In view of the limits in this scheme — whether we like it or not there are serious constraints — can the Minister say what the percentage is of farmers who will qualify?

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Paul Connaughton Mr. Connaughton Fine Gael

It is very difficult to be sure, but it is generally believed that between 80 per cent and 85 per cent will qualify.

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Michael J. Noonan Mr. Noonan Fianna Fáil

(Limerick West): Eightyfive per cent of what?

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Paul Connaughton Mr. Connaughton Fine Gael

Of those who apply for the grants. They are the only people who count.

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