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04/05/2016
Agriculture Minister Issues BPS Deadline Reminder
Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney has issued a reminder to farmers that the closing date for applications on the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) is Monday, 16 May.
To assist applicants, a number of additional supports have been implemented, such as providing available staff to help farmers applying online and setting up a dedicated telephone helpdesk during normal office hours.
In addition, the Department's office at Government Buildings in Portlaoise will be open for extended hours as the deadline approaches, including until midnight on 15 May.
Minister Coveney said: "I would like to remind farmers of the importance of this closing date to ensure they benefit from the maximum payment under their BPS.
"My Department is urging all farmers who have not yet submitted their BPS application to do so at the earliest possible date. Given the range of benefits which online applications provide for farmers, I would also like to encourage farmers to apply online via agfood.ie."
(LM)
To assist applicants, a number of additional supports have been implemented, such as providing available staff to help farmers applying online and setting up a dedicated telephone helpdesk during normal office hours.
In addition, the Department's office at Government Buildings in Portlaoise will be open for extended hours as the deadline approaches, including until midnight on 15 May.
Minister Coveney said: "I would like to remind farmers of the importance of this closing date to ensure they benefit from the maximum payment under their BPS.
"My Department is urging all farmers who have not yet submitted their BPS application to do so at the earliest possible date. Given the range of benefits which online applications provide for farmers, I would also like to encourage farmers to apply online via agfood.ie."
(LM)
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