Politician · TD · 34th Dáil
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To stress the importance of Ireland retaining its nitrates derogation at current levels as part of the ongoing negotiations on the sixth Nitrates Action Programme (NAP), and that the conditionality attached to the retention of the derogation must be practical at farm level, not…
To propose that all farmers and spouses/partners working on the farm, are to be included in the PRSI system to ensure entitlement to the contributory old age pension and reduce the risk of poverty in old age.::To propose the retention of both the Total Contributions Approach…
To propose that the current cap on grant aid based on on-farm energy usage should be removed. Many farms with low electricity consumption have large shed space ideal for solar installations. Allowing these farmers to install systems beyond their own usage and export surplus…
To seek the following amendments to articles 13, 14, 16 and 2::To propose that providing exemptions from GAECs should be established not only for organic farmers but also for those farmers involved in other sustainable production methods (e.g. integrated farming) and where…
To raise concern with regard to the limited budget, scope and application window of the ‘Long Established Young Farmer Scheme' (Forgotten Farmer scheme) launched last week.::To highlight that the scheme designed will again exclude many young farmers from receiving necessary…
To advocate for measures to ensure the achievement of housing targets in the Cork region, including innovative housing solutions such as above the shop living and targeted financial supports for measures to stimulate the housing market.
To outline and garner support for changes to taxation policy to encourage economic competitiveness, including simplification of current policies, supports for R&D and innovation, as well as entrepreneurship.
To advocate for business priorities in the area of education and training, including supports for apprenticeships and upskilling opportunities, as well as funding for third level institutions.
To call for progress on key transport projects in the Cork region and further afield in the context of Budget 2026, including regional connectivity via Cork Airport and the Port of Cork, strategic rail links and the Cork Area Commuter Rail Programme, as well as progress on…
To advance progress on offshore renewable energy in the Cork region in Budget 2026, including port infrastructure investment and support for industry to ensure Ireland meets its ambitious climate targets.
To highlight the importance of support for regional tourism and tourism bodies in Budget 2026, including the enhancement of public realm spaces and connectivity to support regional economies in attracting tourists.
To call for the development of the solar and biomethane energy sectors and the coordination of this within the agriculture sector
To encourage the minister to prioritise sustainability and biodiversity in the development of a new statement of strategy at the Department of Agriculture. As an UN SDG Champion, Cork Chamber puts sustainability at the heart of all of its policies.
To encourage engagement and coordination between the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment to deliver supports for SMEs in the current challenging global trade environment amid concerns over potential tariffs on trade between the EU and…
To maintain status of poultry broiler farmers/growers in the FRA.::To propose that::- The EU Council Directive 2006/112/EC facilitates Member States who wish to operate a scheme for farmers to remain unregistered for VAT::- Ireland along with many other EU countries has operated…