Lobbying return by The Association of Farm & Forestry Contractors in Ireland (FCI) Ltd
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Politician · TD · 34th Dáil
Returns filed on the Register of Lobbying, newest first, with the policy area and intended results as the lobbyist published them.
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To brief Members of the Oireachtas on the Nitrates Derogation::Member States must apply to the European Commission every four years to be granted a nitrates derogation. Strict criteria must be met in order to get a derogation. Member states must demonstrate that the higher…
To brief Oireachtas Members of the details of the current Nitrates Action Programme::The EU Nitrates Directive requires Member States to review water quality at least every four years and to create a Nitrates Action Programme (NAP). This programme outlines a suite of…
To brief Oireachtas members on Water Quality in the context of the Nitrates Action Programme 2023
IFA South Tipperary invite to Oireachtas Members to observe the operation of the nitrates derogation first hand on a family farm.::To demonstrate the serious implications of the Derogation Condition in the reduction on stocking rates, profit reduction, the implications for the…
INHFA outlined the consequences of the Gresham House deal and the impact it has on rural Ireland if land is sold to vulture funds leaving no option for locals to buy land as they are priced out of the market. In addition, they outlined increased planting of broadleaf trees to…
Published name "The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association" has no legal form. "IRISH NATURA & HILL FARMERS ASSOCIATION COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 560101) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.
To influence change in policies for Farm & Forestry Contractors in Agricultural Policy
Adherence to the rule of law, public procurement standards, and modern corporate governance standards.
Published name "Studbook Development Ireland Limited" equals CRO name "STUDBOOK DEVELOPMENT IRELAND LIMITED" (CRO 465817) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.
Request to reverse the decision and reinstate BCP at Shannon Airport.
Extension of Stamp Duty relief from 2022 to 2025::Funds ringfenced for a dedicated debt mediation service for farmers
Increases to the Just Transition Fund – allowing for the use of Micro-loan scheme to incentivise investment on farm for energy generation and conversion of business.::Significant changes to Retrofit Scheme – Ringfenced rural investment ▪ Reduce barriers to grant – income band…
To develop a National Rural Network for Ireland
To extend 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…
Increased provision of rural 44KW/50KW charging point::Through the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund (ISIF), a government fund would be created and used by the Industry to provide low-cost car insurance for young drivers that meet an appropriate and lower risk criterion for 2…
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