§ Mr. Wigleyasked the Secretary of State for Wales whether the reconstruction and repair of dykes used for enclosing fields and for windbreak purposes on farms in Wales will be eligible for grant under the marginal land schemes; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Nicholas EdwardsThe provision, replacement or improvement of dykes are eligible for grant under the agriculture and horticulture grant scheme and agriculture and horticulture development scheme and farmers in the less favoured area may qualify for enhanced rates of grant. Grant is not available under either scheme for repair work.