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Frequently Asked Questions |
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| What is the procedure of the appeal? | |
| The Appeals Process | |
| What is involved in an oral hearing? | |
| Oral Hearings | |
| What can I do if my appeal is unsuccessful? | |
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An Appeals Officer may revise his or her decision or the decision of another Appeals Officer if new evidence, new facts or any relevant change of circumstances come to light after a decision is made. |
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The Director may revise a decision of an Appeals Officer if it appears that a mistake was made in relation to the law or the facts. |
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your case may fall under either of these categories, you should write to
the Director immediately outlining your case.
You may also contact the Office of the Ombudsman if you feel you have been unfairly treated by the Agriculture Appeals Office. Their website address is www.ombudsman.gov.ie |
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| How long will the appeal take? | |
| The Appeals Office has set a target of 3 months for the completion of appeals. However in some cases this may not be possible. In 2002, an average appeal took 71 days. | |
| How much does an Appeal cost? | |
| There is no charge for lodging an appeal. | |
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