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 the Minister resolves the ongoing issue of prescribing animal doses as the new EU Veterinary Medicines Regulation comes into force next year.::That there is scope in the Regulation, and in particular in the context of Brexit and the alignment of Northern Ireland and the…
To highlight that the announcement that Ireland will receive over €1bn or 25% from the EU Brexit fund in 2021 is clear recognition that we are the most exposed country from the fallout from Brexit.::That farmers would be first in line for the EU Brexit Adjustment Reserve,…
To welcome the ratification of the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement.::That the strong links that exist between Ireland and the UK will remain in place.::That future trade deals between the UK and 3rd countries have to provide a cast-iron guarantee that will recognise world…
To highight that while the deal reached between the EU and the UK is a relief, that it will pose significant difficulties for the Irish agri-food sector.::To acknowledge the work of both side to avoid a 'no-deal'::To higlight that farmers have real concerns about how non-tariff…
That Irish MEPs would accept both amendments on the plenary vote on meat and dairy denominations in the EU Parliament, which would protect our industry and consumers::The the amendments would succeed in securing words suck as 'steak', 'sausage', 'escalope', 'burger' or…
That Irish farmers and the Irish agri-food industry would be top of the queue for the €5bn Brexit Contingency Fund as we are the sector worst affected by Brexit.::That there is recognition when the fund is being allocated, that even with a deal there will be regulatory barriers…
To highlight that the decision by the European Commission to prolong anti-dumping measures on Ammonium Nitrate from Russia for another five years is a further blow to European agriculture as Irish farmers continue to face high-priced nitrogen fertiliser prices in a market devoid…
To highlight the serious contradictions and lack of policy coordination under the Green Deal, CAP and Trade policy::To highlight that under the Green Deal, the EU is driving up costs and want organic production standards at conventional prices, while at the same time under the…
That the EU would complete a full impact assessment of the EU Farm to Gork and Biodiversity Strategies::To highlight that there has been no consideration given to their impact on output or on production costs of farmers.::To ensure that farmers are not let carrying the…
Congress wrote to all Ministers, Senators and TDS in relation to the EU Canada Trade Agreement urge Government to defer tabling any such motion until the Oireachtas has an opportunity to have a full exchange of views on this matter. We note that 11 other member states as well as…
To highlight that the new EU Veterinary Medicine Regulation has the potential to severely impact on competition in the supply of anthelmintics to farmers::To highlight that the regulation also threatens the future viability of Licensed Merchant stores and veterinary pharmacies…
Multiannaual Financial Framework (MFF) - The CAP budget must be increased to take account of inflation and to compensate farmers for any additional requirements placed upon them as a result of this CAP reform.
Keeping a Viable Market Operational::• Swift action is required at Government and EU Commission level in order to support the beef sector, beef markets and beef farmers in order to minimise the impact of the COVID-19 crisis and protect the beef supply chain.::• A priority must…
Aid to Private Storage (APS) is the most suitable support for the dairy sector in the face of market disturbances caused by COVID-19::• APS is relevant to long life dairy products. The APS scheme is legislated for under EU Regulation 1308/2013, Article 17 onwards. Butter,…
To highlight that the UK is Ireland's largest beef export market, accounting for 298,000t (52%) in 2018::To highlight that Brexit uncertainty and the weakness of sterling has already impacted negatively on market returns and Irish cattle prices::To point out that IFA estimate a…