Michael Fitzmaurice

To brief Oireachtas members on the implications of the Mercosur Agreement.

To participate in the National 'No to Mercosur' Day of Action.::To accept an invitation for the President to speak at the protest against the Mercosur Trade agreement.::To show solidarity with all farming organisations, marts, meat factories, feed merchants and rural communities…

To highlight that a key component of the proposed Mercosur trade deal is equivalence of standards of production for beef to be eligible for import to the EU from the Mercosur countries. According to the proposed EU-Mercosur partnership agreement it::• Upholds, for imports into…

To emphasise that additional restrictions being imposed on derogation farmers are increasingly being justified on biodiversity or habitats grounds, despite the derogation not being a Habitats Directive measure. Also, to highlight concerns that this approach lacks clarity,…

Meeting with TD's in relation to farm related matters.

ICSA sought to influence the development of the next CAP to protect farm incomes, support generational continuity, and maintain dedicated funding for environmental actions. It warned that erosion of CAP supports threatens drystock and tillage viability, stressed the need for…

Representatives to be briefed on BAT's positions on underage access to nicotine products prior to Dáil debate on youth access to vaping and nicotine inhaling products

To oppose the proposed bill and to ensure an understanding of the bill's implications

Establishment of a permanent stakeholder forum for licensed firearms users

Seeking clarification on Ireland's position at REACH meetings

To share a press release from the Car Rental Council of Ireland on the upcoming publication of the European proposal on Greening Corporate Fleets.

To raise awareness of Oireachtas members on a range of issues affecting people with dyslexia in Ireland including the continuing urgent need for extra time for students with dyslexia and other learning difficulties when sitting State Exams (Junior and Leaving Certificate) as…

To ensure that any policy or legislative developments relating to GM grain fully consider farmer interests, market implications, and Ireland’s strategic positioning as a GM-free producer.

Advocate for robust protections for Irish and EU farmers against undercutting by Mercosur imports. Call for proper parliamentary scrutiny, transparency, and accountability in EU trade negotiations, and for the government to take decisive action to prevent negative impacts on…

Advocate for policies and funding that strengthen the role of women in agriculture, including recognition in farm succession, access to leadership programs, advisory services, and targeted supports to ensure gender equality and opportunities for women in all sectors of Irish…