Joe Flaherty

To emphasise the importance of the Irish MEPs being part of the national effort to retain the current nitrates derogation. Ireland has a unique grass-based system and there must be recognition for this from the EU.::To highlight that over 30 measures have been introduced at farm…

To emphasise that the Government needs to address the cost of doing business in Ireland for farmers and others. ::To highlight that it is understandable that people are raising concerns about increasing food prices. This is inevitable when costs and regulations on the farmers…

To meet with the Local Election candidates and impress on them the difficulties facing Irish farmers and how they are required to stand strong and protect and promote on behalf of all farmers.::To seek better recognition of the positive contribution farmers make to society.::To…

To ensure that farmers have trust in the appeals process, an Independent board should be established with independent members, who in turn should select and Independent Chairperson.::To highlight that the scope of the remit is restrictive, consideration should be given to…

To highlight that the area devoted to tillage declined by 16% between 2012 and 2020. The area devoted to cereal production has declined consecutively since 2012 with the exception of 2022 when an increase was recorded. However, a 7% decrease in the cereal area was subsequently…

To call on Government to recognise the need for additional legislative powers for the Agri Food Regulator and the need for additional measures in the EU Unfair Trading Practices Directive (UTP's) to strengthen the position of farmers in the agri-food chain.::To highlight that…

To highlight that beef farmers will expect our MEPs to be steadfast in their opposition to a trade deal that would have very damaging consequences for the sector. From the point next month when they formally take their seats, they will have to keep a close eye on…

To call on the Government to remove all actively farmed land from the Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT).::To acknowledge that a motion to exempt farmland from Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT) by Fine Gael TDs, Senators and MEPs is positive and aligns with IFA's policy of not…

To welcome the announcement, by the Minister for Agriculture, of the Cooley Flood Damage Relief Scheme.::To highlight that the unprecedented and recurrent rainfall up in the Cooley Mountains late last October/early November had unprecedented and severe consequences. Fodder,…

Meeting to discuss Vodafone's proposals for a VAT reduction on internet access services as a cost of living measure and to support increased connectivity to our communities.

To present the perspective of EDF Renewables on public policy matters impacting on renewables in Ireland

Support for FCI budget 2025 proposal to better support Family Carers in Ireland

To send the key priorities from Rehab Group's Pre-Budget Submission to members of the Oireachtas and to invite them to attend Pre-Budget Briefing in Leinster House::Support for our key asks for Budget 2025

A sustainable supply of social and cost rental homes, maintaining quality homes and services, investing in communities and pursuing social justice for all.

Raise awareness of the research and findings of the report available at SCSI.ie