Dáil Thursday 26 February 2015 at 12:30

Hen harrier farming compensation

Summary

McGrath asks whether farmers restricted by hen harrier protections will be compensated; the Tánaiste says the heritage amendment Bill is expected later in the year and refers detailed questions to the Minister.

Mattie McGrath Independent

We need clarification on that.

I also ask about the heritage (amendment) Bill. Will the farmers, who are literally barred from farming due to the hen harrier, be compensated? They are losing huge-----

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Mattie McGrath Independent

The Deputies may laugh, but it is a serious issue.

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Michael P. Kitt An Leas-Cheann Comhairle Fianna Fáil

I call the Tánaiste.

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Mattie McGrath Independent

Will they be compensated because they cannot use their land?

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Michael P. Kitt An Leas-Cheann Comhairle Fianna Fáil

The heritage (amendment) Bill.

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Joan Burton The Tánaiste Labour Party

I understand the heritage (amendment) Bill will be later this year. The Deputy asked a detailed question about points around the country. I suggest he take that up directly with the Minister. I can answer on a few points, but I cannot answer for every location in the country.

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