John McGuinness

To create an awareness against vulture funds who are trying to force farm families to sell their farms to settle debts.::To make it known that IFA would oppose any forced sale of farms by vulture funds where the farmer is willing to implement a credible solution.::That debt…

To ensure compliance with welfare legislation and phasing out routine tail-docking.::Tail docking of pigs - To assist in Ireland becoming compliant with Animal welfare legislation::EU Banning of Zinc as a feed supplement for pigs - to maintain the use of zinc as a feed…

Seeking an increase in the EU Budget from 1% to 1.2% of GNI (Gross National Income) to provide for an increase in the CAP Budget::CAP 2020 must increase farm incomes and close the gap with other sectors in society::This is to reflect the recovery and growth in the European…

That Member State Contributions to the EU Budget be increased to allow for an increase in the CAP Budget::As a result of Brexit, there will be a shortfall in the EU Budget. Any shortfall must be made up in full by Member States. We cannot have a situation where members who…

To exclude references to pregnancy counsellors from the scope of the legislation.

Amend the Bill to use clearer language and defined terms::Oppose the restriction of the bands of hours::Remove the reliance of the Bill on criminal sanctions::Reduce the unintended consequences of the Bill on employers and employees

Ensure commitment to key priorities for the South East region in the National Planning Framework

Ensure understanding of industry position on the Public Health (Alcohol) Bill 2015

Ensure understanding of employers concerns regarding the proposed legislation

To communicate industry perspectives on the Public Health (Alcohol) Bill

To communicate industry concerns about the impact of Brexit on the alcohol sector

To communicate recent developments in the drinks sector and highlight the alcohol industry's contribution to the Irish economy.

To ensure an understanding of industry perspective on the potential threat of an EU-US trade war.

updating of this legislation to increase the attractiveness of Ireland as a domicile for investment funds

To encourage elected representatives to take part in public briefings in Kilkenny and Louth