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.
That a full impact assessment (financial, trade etc) of the fitness of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the broader EU Single Market must be undertaken in advance of future EU accession, with innovative solutions regarding EU budgets and policies implemented in advance,…
That an improved funding framework must also include expanding the use of digitalisation and new technologies, reducing bureaucracy in the application process and increasing the motivation of young and female entrepreneurs to start farming.::Strong support for committed young…
To propose that grant aid should increase to 60% for Pig and Poultry Investment Scheme (PPIS) for all farmers::To propose the inclusion of Grant Aid Funding for slurry processing equipment under the Pig and Poultry Investment Scheme (PPIS) at 60%.::To propose the inclusion of…
That the next Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) must continue to support Producer Organisations (POs) for all sectors.::That the costs, rules, regulations and administrative burden, including reporting and inspections of Producer Organisations (POs), be simplified further to…
To propose that The EU must not agree any trade deal which::- Further compromises the viability of EU agriculture sectors::- Sets a double standard in the market and undermines the quality and standards of EU food::- Trade agreements must include a sustainability requirement,…
CAP funding must remain a stand-alone allocation within the EU budget. It needs to be substantially increased and used to support farmers, food production and food security. The global demand for grain, meat and dairy is rising. If these products are not produced in Ireland,…
That any regulatory changes imposed on farmers either through national or European policy changes must have a prior income impact assessment completed.::That regulations relating to farming have been in a constant state of flux over the past five years in particular. This is…
That, as we move into the negotiations for the next Multi-Financial Framework of the EU, it is imperative that the position of the Government is that increasing ambition for the CAP must be matched with additional funding and must fully recognise the social and economic…
To emphasise that the challenges facing the Irish agriculture sector will require concerted action from all stakeholders, specifically the Government.::To stress that the viability of Irish farms and the pressures that exist for farmers must be recognised by Government.::To…
To propose a more practical solution to current arrangements is a biannual reporting system that aligns with current on farm practices.::That incentives for pig slurry utilisation, which is key to reducing chemical fertiliser use and promoting sustainability, should be…
That all payments to farmers must be maintained at their current levels where a transitionary period is required.::To extend and fully fund all the current farm schemes (ACRES, ANC, SCEP, SIS, Organics, KT, TAMS, etc.) and reopen these schemes where existing contracts have…
To propose that a stakeholder group is established to build on the findings of the Enterprise Ireland report on re-establishing a native flour industry.::That capital support grants must be provided to support existing flour mills and those in the development pipeline.
To emphasise that the current ability under legislation to undertake prescribed or controlled burning must be maintained without additional restrictions or conditions. Clarification at local level is required to remove any mis-interpretation following the passing of Waste…
To propose that to keep in line with current inflation levels, investment ceilings and reference costs should be revised upwards, and costings updated at least annually.::To propose that additional items should be added, including grant aid for dribble bars, rubber mats,…
To emphasise that farmers must be treated fairly, with respect, dignity, professionalism and efficiency at all times.::To propose that the level of ongoing monitoring of on-farm activities must be proportionate and similar to that afforded to other employment cohorts.::That the…