James Bannon
Ceist:246 Deputy James Bannon asked the Minister for Finance when a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath will receive compensation for extensive damage to their lands. [48615/09]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 19 January 2010
Ceisteanna (189)
Freagraí scríofa
The Office of Public Works does not provide compensation for losses sustained to property as a result of flooding. However, in recognition of the devastation suffered by people due to the recent flooding, the Government has launched a Humanitarian Assistance Scheme, which is being administered by the Community Welfare Service on behalf of the Department of Social and Family Affairs. The aim of the scheme is not to provide compensation but rather to provide financial support subject to certain conditions to people who have suffered flood damage to their property. It is a matter for the individual concerned to apply direct to the Community Welfare Service for any Humanitarian Assistance.
The Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food also launched a Fodder Aid Scheme of €2 million. The scheme requires farmers to demonstrate that the fodder was damaged, the extent of the damage and that it is necessary to purchase feed supplies to prevent animal welfare problems.