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.
To emphasise that EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) cannot result in unnecessary additional bureaucracy on Irish livestock farmers. Following the delayed implementation of the regulation by one year, the legislation should be further amended to allow for a zero-risk category…
To propose that, in consultation with key stakeholders, a Local Authorities Farm Inspection Protocol should be agreed with IFA to better ensure farmers, and Local Authority staff, are treated fairly, with respect, dignity, professionalism and efficiency at all times.
To propose that the Government should lead by example, championing local, sustainable agriculture as a cornerstone of the Green Procurement Strategy.
To question the lack of clarity on how the law will be financed when implemented.::To highlight the impact of the Nature Restoration Law on Natura 2000 farmers and, as years progress, all farmers.::To highlight the lack of an economic impact statement to understand how the law…
To communicate to the Irish Government, the vast number of issues and the frustration of farmers on the ground due a number of key issues, including::- The EU Green Deal/Farm to Fork policies and their impact on farm productivity/cost of production;::- The transformation of CAP…
To seek a meeting with the members of the political parties on the implications of the mid-term review of the Nitrates Action programme agreed with the European Commission.::1. The IFA insist that the Minister must revisit this with the European Commission as this would mean…
That farmers will not need a prescription from Vets for general animal dosing i.e. fluke and worm dose.::To highlight that the Minister and his officials are acutely aware of the rejection by farmers, licensed merchants and veterinary pharmacies of putting control in the hands…
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…
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…