Is the Minister aware of the dilemma of many farmers who, having meticulously carried out farm development works on the specific advice and direction of his Department, now find themselves being prosecuted by local authorities for pollution arising out of those same works? What financial assistance can the Minister give such farmers?

I am aware of the problems arising there. We are all concerned about water pollution. We want to protect water supplies in our towns and protect our environment generally. I have to say that the farm organisations have been very helpful in this regard. It is because of the dilemma in which the farmers mentioned by the Deputy find themselves that I have stressed that very point to the Commission also. I hope we can demonstrate good judgement and understanding in respect of those people who are wanting to start and who have not, as yet, received sanction to go ahead.