Politician · TD · 34th Dáil
Returns filed on the Register of Lobbying, newest first, with the policy area and intended results as the lobbyist published them.
To propose::• A Forgotten Farmer scheme be introduced, with all farmers meeting the above parameters eligible to apply for a one-off payment equivalent to what they would have received under the Installation Aid scheme, together with the following and/or equivalent schemes::-…
To propose::• Grant aid from the Climate and Nature fund to be made available from 2026 to all farmers with 70% grant aid for manure/slurry storage facilities.::• Slurry separation equipment grant aided by 70% to assist in reduction of storage capacity requirements on farm.::•…
To propose::• Introduction of a min 50% capital grant for development of farmer owned farm scale biogas plants – financed through Infrastructure and Climate and Nature Fund (ICNF) and or/feed in tariff::• Immediate introduction of Renewable Heat Obligation (RHO)::• Introduction…
To propose that maintenance grants for new and existing walks must be provided.::To propose that there needs to be greater promotion and stricter enforcement of the ‘No Dogs Allowed' policy.::To propose that any amenities or walkways within the jurisdiction of Local Authorities…
To propose that, to encourage farmers to grow protein crops such as peas, beans, lupins and combi-crops, rates up to €600/ha for beans/ peas/lupins should be offered, 50% for combi-crops.
To propose that Government must build on the funding allocation provided to the Deer Management Strategy Group
To highlight that this scheme was introduced to promote environmentally sustainable farming methods and significantly reduce nitrogen fertiliser while maintaining forage yields. It has proven particularly popular among farmers.::To propose that this scheme should be extended,…
To propose that adequate, targeted knowledge transfer and advisory support must be in place to assist farmers in improving on-farm efficiency and/or sustainability.::To propose that farmers must receive the maximum possible payment from participation in mandatory KT events. All…
Suckler Cow Supports::To propose that direct supports for suckler farmers must be increased to a minimum of €300 per cow to provide economic viability, long-term sustainability, and generational renewal within the sector, thereby maintaining its positive contribution to our…
The National Sheep Welfare Scheme::To propose that The National Sheep Welfare Scheme must be extended into 2026 and enhanced to deliver €18 ewe bringing total direct supports for ewes to €30/ewe when the €12/ewe SIS payments are included.::To propose that sector leakage of these…
To propose that Government must provide appropriate resources and funding to enable an effective operational Dog Warden service in every county, with staffing levels that ensure the enforcement of dog owners' obligations.
To propose that all actively farmed land must be permanently removed from the scope of RZLT.::To insist that farmers need absolute clarity on the Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT) to enable them to plan for their futures.
To propose that, as farmers in Ireland continue to lead in advancing the high health and welfare status of the animals under our care. The broader Agri sector benefits enormously from the investment and work of farmers in this area. There must be a more inclusive distribution of…
Direct Supports for Farmers::To propose that Government remove the ceilings in the On-Farm Market Valuation Scheme to provide all farmers with the opportunity to receive the market value of animals removed from their farms as TB reactors. The inclusion of this arbitrary ceiling…
To propose that, as Enhanced Wildlife Control will be an integral part of the TB programme if we are to reduce TB levels, Government must commit to providing the funding and staff resources necessary for an effective and efficient programme