Mary Lou McDonald

To propose that all genuinely farmed land must be exempted from RZLT. The proposed Residential Zoned Land Tax must not apply to active farmland, like the exemption provided under the Vacant Site Levy exemption.::To propose that legislative amendments and specific guidance to…

To propose that existing stock reliefs should be extended to the end of 2027, with the general stock relief of 25% relief temporarily increased to 50% until 31st December 2025 to prevent tax issues for farmers in a year of high costs and poor cashflow.::To propose that…

To propose that all farm equipment which contributes to increased emission efficiency, such as LESS equipment or capital investment in developing bio-economy supply chains, should qualify for accelerated capital allowances and be exempt from VAT.::To propose reduced excise duty…

To propose that, similar to recipients of the Jobseekers Benefit and Jobseekers Allowance, recipients of Farm Assist should receive credited social insurance contributions for pension purposes.::To propose that Social Insurance credits should be provided to farmers on Farm…

To propose that the 5-year land/business transfer clause is reduced to a maximum of three years to allow more farmers to benefit from the Fair Deal Scheme.::To propose that a new, statutory Home Support scheme needs to be introduced urgently and adequately funded to support…

To highlight that the Teagasc Green Cert Course is a crucial qualification for young farmers in Ireland. Approving these courses for SUSI Grants would encourage more students to pursue agricultural education.

To propose that with regards to General Employment Permits – there should be no increase in the current €30k annual salary requirement until a full review of salary targets is complete.::To highlight the need for a Seasonal work permit Scheme for all non-EU workers, similar to…

To propose that, similar to recipients of the Jobseekers Benefit and Jobseekers Allowance, recipients of Farm Assist should receive credited social insurance contributions for pension purposes.::To propose that the Total Contribution Approach (TCA) for calculating Contributory…

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 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…

Improve timeframes for reimbursement and access to new medicines in Ireland

Call by Coalition Against Hate Crime (CAHC) for the prioritisation of hate crime legislation, call for progression at the Seanad, understand timeframe for legislation.::Call by CAHC for a committment to an holistic approach to hate crime and hate speech by means of an action…

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

To outline Rehab's key asks for Budget 2025

Seeking to have carer issues reflected in the Party’s respective - pre general election