Roderic O'Gorman

More directive and collective action by government to address the conditions that IP applicants were being forced to live in.

With the unexpected increase in IPA, the Government faced new challenges recently. This led to the removal of tourist beds in the d Hotel. This led to a number of discussions with political figures, with the aim of questioning the decision and also trying to find a resolution…

With the unexpected increase in IPA, the Government faced new challenges recently. This led to the removal of tourist beds in the d Hotel. This led to a number of discussions with political figures, with the aim of questioning the decision and also trying to find a resolution…

To propose that a National Biomethane Strategy should be developed that allows full farm participation in Anaerobic Digestion (AD) and the confidence to invest in Anaerobic Digestion (AD).::That full reflection of the emissions savings realised from the production of biomethane…

To highlight how economic burdens and bureaucracy are strangling farmers across Ireland and the EU. Farmers need a period of predictability and stability in the years ahead. It is imperative to ensure that new EU strategies and legislative projects are based on science and high…

To highlight that the proposed Nature Restoration Law, which seeks to restore ecosystems, habitats and species across the EU's land and sea areas, aims to fulfil this commitment but it has been hugely controversial since first proposed by the European Commission in June…

To highlight that the Framework needs to ensure that the definition for additionality does not create an unfair penalty for farmers who had been innovative and forward-thinking enough to adopt beneficial practices in advance of the Framework being introduced. Acknowledgement of…

To highlight that plant disease outbreaks are increasing and farmers are growing increasingly concerned about the risks posed by the importation of plants, wood and wood products into Ireland.::To propose that, with the Plant Health Regulation scheduled for revision as part of…

To highlight that the role and contribution of Irish and European farmers and food production to society is increasingly being de-valued, including amongst our elected representatives.::To highlight that there is a diminished intergenerational connectivity with farming, a lack…

Housing:::To highlight concerns from a farmers perspective, including their ability to secure residential planning permission in rural areas and the Residential Zoned land Tax.::To propose that Local Authorities must fully recognise, and not discriminate against, the need for…

To highlight that Public participation Networks (PPNs) are acknowledged in the Climate Action Act as key players at local level; the legislation mandates the Local Authorities to consult with Public participation Networks (PPNs) in the development of Local Authority Climate…

To highlight that despite continuous appeals for action, both the Government and Local Authorities have failed to address the issue of dog control. The problem of dogs attacking sheep flocks remains all to common, inflicting horrific damage from an animal welfare and economic…

To highlight that the Rural Social Scheme is a vital support to low-income farmers, benefitting farmers nationally. Farm Assist is also vitally important for low-income farm families, allowing them to continue in production during difficult times.::To propose that credits should…

To highlight that, in more recent times, individual and localised events such as a tornado in Wexford; flooding in Cork/Louth/Roscommon have severely impacted farm operations and/or caused significant damage to growing crops; farm roadways; fencing; fodder etc.::To propose that,…

To highlight that, following persistent adverse weather conditions, the Shannon Callows Compensation Scheme, launched by the Government in November 2023 has not been fully allocated. Not all flooded parcels of land, particularly those with heavy covers, were among a cohort of…