Christopher O'Sullivan

To extend an invitation to the Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity to attend and address the next IFA Special Areas of Conservation (SAC) Project Team meeting ::To emphasise that this will be a great opportunity to engage with representatives from Special…

To ask Irish MEPs, with the second round of CAP Simplification Measures expected soon, to advocate within the Commission for greater acknowledgement of existing on-farm action/restrictions with regard to the protection of Peatlands/Wetlands taking place on Irish farms, and for…

To highlight that the additional measures signed into law as part of the interim review of the fifth Nitrates Action Programme will further add to the challenges and complexity of nutrient management on farms.::To stress that farmers are committed to playing their part to…

To Congratulate Minister of State Christopher O'Sullivan TD on his appointment as Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.::To introduce IFA Countryside and the work that we do. As a representative body, they advocate for traditional…

That the Government and MEPs must honour their commitments to stand up for farmers and defend their interests by opposing the current Mercosur trade deal.::To discuss farmers' concerns with the Minister for Finance.

That the Minister for Agriculture should immediately pay all ACRES participants who have not received payment with an upfront payment from national funds to be rebalanced later,

We lobbied with government officials to discuss the importance of including wool education and climate smart skills to schools across Ireland. Aligning with government policy and the all island bioeconomy action plan including ESD and the Sustainable Development goals. As part…

Understanding of the rare disease landscape and the priorities of people living with rare diseases.

Ensure strong wetland restoration measures in the Nature Restoration Plan

To reform the Arterial Drainage Act

Transparency and engagement around the establishment of relevant stakeholder forums::Ensure that environmental NGOs are actively involved in the design and implementation of the Nature Restoration Plan with an appropriate, balanced and equal representation in all relevant…

Continued support of conservation issues and the work of the Irish Georgian Society

To increase the supports and funding streams available for biodiversity efforts for businesses and enterprises

See a change in the Legislation for Short Term rental providers in Ireland. Ref. STR legislation Bill for STR.

The day after the US Tariff announcement we called for a calm and strategic response focused on enhancing competitiveness and strengthening trade engagement across the Irish economy. This announcement was as a reminder of how globally connected our local economy is. Many of our…