Marian Harkin

Introduction of new legislation

Priorities to support the economic recovery and future growth of the North-West

Increased resources for business and investment in the North West Region in Budget 2021

To share information with public representatives on the extent and impact of tobacco smuggling in Ireland.

Seeking implementation of legislation and policies to reduce the cost of motor insurance premiums in Ireland, namely the Judicial Council Bill 2017.

Farm Schemes - that the total annual CAP payment plus the national co-financing must amount to €2bn per annum, from the current level of €1.8bn from when the new CAP starts.::Suckler Cow::- Suckler farmers need a targeted payment of €300 per cow, facilitated by a combination of…

Seeking support for farmers who have Ash Dieback Disease. Trees are rotting very quickly and falling down before they are fully dead. Farmers should not have to pay for the disposal of these trees.

Extension of Consanguinity relief from 2020 to 2025::Funds ringfenced for a dedicated debt mediation service for farmers

To expand Stamp Duty Relief to include all land transfers in registered Succession Farm Partnerships up to the age of 40.::Extend the maximum age to avail of Stamp Duty relief on the purchase of land to all young trained farmers up to the age of 40.::Extend the tax relief on the…

To develop a National Rural Network for Ireland

Seek VAT exemption within EU VAT Directive on safety equipment across all agricultural sectors::VAT exemption on sexed semen for all farmers::VAT exemption on non-oral livestock medicines (non-antibiotic). farm disinfectants and hygiene products::VAT exemption on faecal egg lab…

New environmental scheme open to all farmers who complete the basic requirements::Fast track system of applying for TAMS scheme for young farmers and farmers participating in the voluntary ASSAP program::Fund a programme offering free advice and guidance to farmers

To meet with the Deputies/Senators and to provide further info on Sodium Valproate and how it has affected families in Ireland.

To introduce TDs to the Irish Cancer Society Advocacy Champions appointed in their local constituency::To seek an introductory meeting between Irish Cancer Society volunteer Advocacy Champions and TDs in the constituencies of Clare, Dublin Central, Dublin Fingal, Dublin South…

Providing Deputy Harkin with detail regarding the gross inequality in the funding of nursing home care under the Nursing Home Support Scheme and highlight the review of the Fair Deal pricing mechanism remains unpublished three years after its scheduled date for completion