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Gardaí investigating damage to Minister's signs during IFA protest in Kildare 

Gardaí investigating damage to Minister's signs during IFA protest in Kildare 

Tue, 03 Mar, 2026

Reports indicate that around 1,500 farmers attended on foot, accompanied by a convoy of approximately 300 vehicles.
Important Bord Bia review is 'swift and clean', Agriculture Minister says

Important Bord Bia review is 'swift and clean', Agriculture Minister says

Tue, 03 Mar, 2026

Martin Heydon told RTÉ radio’s Today with David McCullagh show that Larry Murrin would continue to be the Chair of Bord Bia during the review.
Farmers protest outside Agriculture Minister’s constituency office

Farmers protest outside Agriculture Minister’s constituency office

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

The action in Co Kildare was organised by the Irish Farmers’ Association.
Agriculture Minister asks Irish Farmers’ Association to halt Bord Bia protest

Agriculture Minister asks Irish Farmers’ Association to halt Bord Bia protest

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Martin Heydon said he would consider commissioning an expert-led review into issues raised by the IFA.
Funding offered to help establish up to four new flour mills in Ireland

Funding offered to help establish up to four new flour mills in Ireland

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Brexit emphasised the importance of Ireland’s need to diversify its market, as 80 per cent of flour is imported from the UK, ministers said.
Kidare gets 11 new members of Gardaí

Kidare gets 11 new members of Gardaí

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Best wishes to the new members of the force
Tractors protest held outside Leinster House as Bord Bia chairman urged to quit

Tractors protest held outside Leinster House as Bord Bia chairman urged to quit

Thu, 29 Jan, 2026

Sinn Féin has said it is ‘untenable’ for Larry Murrin to remain in post as chairman of Bord Bia.
Farmers call for Bord Bia chairman to resign as they protest outside offices

Farmers call for Bord Bia chairman to resign as they protest outside offices

Mon, 26 Jan, 2026

Irish Farmers’ Association president Francie Gorman said it was in farmers’ best interests for Larry Murrin to stand down.
Bluetongue virus detected in Co Wexford herd, minister says

Bluetongue virus detected in Co Wexford herd, minister says

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026

Ministeer for Agriculture, Martin Heydon said the virus is unlikely to spread widely at the moment because of low temperatures.
Helen McEntee to chair Trade Forum

Helen McEntee to chair Trade Forum

Fri, 23 Jan, 2026

Helen McEntee is chair the Government Trade Forum for the first time on Friday.
Cross-border research project aims to tackle bovine TB

Cross-border research project aims to tackle bovine TB

Fri, 16 Jan, 2026

Daera Minister Andrew Muir has previously revealed the spend on bTB compensation for the 2025/2026 financial year is over £56 million.
'I want to be able to look back and say Kildare was better because I was there': Martin Heydon’s first year as Agriculture Minister

'I want to be able to look back and say Kildare was better because I was there': Martin Heydon’s first year as Agriculture Minister

Sun, 04 Jan, 2026

“These are precious years and they go very quick.”
Kildare teen abusing mum and refusing to go school, court hears

Kildare schools get €2.9m grant for minor works and tech

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025

“Providing certainty around the timing of minor works and ICT funding for the future means that schools can plan ahead and make smart, flexible and timely improvements."
Bluetongue vaccine to be allowed in Ireland next year

Bluetongue vaccine to be allowed in Ireland next year

Wed, 17 Dec, 2025

The announcement was made after suspected cases were identified at a fourth farm in Co Down.
'Actually shocking': Three-year extension to controversial nitrates derogation secured

'Actually shocking': Three-year extension to controversial nitrates derogation secured

Tue, 09 Dec, 2025

An Taisce said the decision is 'shocking', and, in response, Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon invited them to go out to a derogation farm with him.
‘Concern’ at three bird flu outbreaks early in high risk period – Minister

‘Concern’ at three bird flu outbreaks early in high risk period – Minister

Sat, 15 Nov, 2025

The high risk period for avian influenza runs from October until April
Bird flu outbreaks prompt housing orders for flocks in Ireland

Bird flu outbreaks prompt housing orders for flocks in Ireland

Wed, 05 Nov, 2025

The Minister for Agriculture has issued housing orders for all poultry and captive birds
Over 14,000 households avail of fuel allowance 

Over 14,000 households avail of fuel allowance 

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

The easiest way to apply for the fuel allowance is through MyWelfare.ie
Kildare club's Field of Dreams is now a reality 

Kildare club's Field of Dreams is now a reality 

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

COMPLETING the €1 million Kilcullen GAA Field of Dreams project shows what is possible when everyone works together as a community, the club chairman, Trevor Schwer told the large crowd at the recent grand opening.
Kildare school bus pulled ahead of new term

Several Kildare school bus routes start this week

Sun, 07 Sep, 2025

Good news for families
€175,000 for four Kildare recreational areas

€175,000 for four Kildare recreational areas

Tue, 26 Aug, 2025

Great news
Kildare sports projects share €157K Dormant Account grant

Kildare sports projects share €157K Dormant Account grant

Fri, 15 Aug, 2025

“This funding will help ensure that new opportunities and new sports are opened to people of all abilities and backgrounds across the county"
Kildare minister pays tribute to Mairead McGuinness following shock withdrawal from presidential race

Kildare minister pays tribute to Mairead McGuinness following shock withdrawal from presidential race

Thu, 14 Aug, 2025

"I, along with Mairead’s many friends and colleagues within the party send their very best wishes to her and her family.” 
South Kildare woods gets €30k for upgrades

South Kildare woods gets €30k for upgrades

Mon, 04 Aug, 2025

Donadea Forest Park, Killinthomas, Moore Abbey, Mullaghreelan and Rahin are all in line for improvements
Kildare issued almost 17,000 passports in first six months of 2025

Kildare issued almost 17,000 passports in first six months of 2025

Fri, 01 Aug, 2025

Anyone planning to travel in the next six months must ensure their passport is in date.
Tributes paid to 'gentleman' former Athy councillor

Tributes paid to 'gentleman' former Athy councillor

Wed, 23 Jul, 2025

A former Fine Gael public representative, Minister Martin Heydon described him as a “gentleman, a mentor and a friend”
Martin Heydon TD speaks out against HSE’s proposed sale of Teach na nDaoine

Martin Heydon TD speaks out against HSE’s proposed sale of Teach na nDaoine

Wed, 16 Jul, 2025

The Minister for Agriculture spoke out against the plan to sell the former dispensary
Kildare schools to get funding increase

Kildare schools to get funding increase

Thu, 26 Jun, 2025

“This funding is crucial for schools, helping them to meet the cost of energy, lighting, cleaning, insurance and general upkeep."
Kildare's O'Brien Fine Foods celebrate 25th anniversary

Kildare's O'Brien Fine Foods celebrate 25th anniversary

Thu, 26 Jun, 2025

The Kildare company employs a total of 635 people in Ireland and the UK.
Two Kildare childcare services get extra million euro

Two Kildare childcare services get extra million euro

Sun, 25 May, 2025

Additional places coming on stream to towards the end of the year. 
Kildare Tidy Towns group receive funding for heritage site conservation 

Kildare Tidy Towns group receive funding for heritage site conservation 

Fri, 23 May, 2025

The group do important work in protecting our shared heritage
Athy playground in line for €15,000 upgrade

Athy playground in line for €15,000 upgrade

Tue, 20 May, 2025

Great news!
Free books and book bags for Kildare kids starting primary school

Free books and book bags for Kildare kids starting primary school

Sat, 10 May, 2025

What a great idea!
Kildare attraction gets €300k for new tourist train

Kildare attraction gets €300k for new tourist train

Thu, 08 May, 2025

“Lullymore is a great example of a sustainable visitor experience, bringing visitors to the heart of west Kildare."
Scheme will “put the beat back into the heart of Athy Town”

Scheme will “put the beat back into the heart of Athy Town”

Wed, 07 May, 2025

Local South Kildare representatives were delighted to welcome the scheme at the Clanard Court Hotel last week
Kildare heritage sites receive over €250k in funding

Kildare heritage sites receive over €250k in funding

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

"This investment both preserves our historical sites while also giving a boost to our local economy through the creation of thousands of hours of employment opportunities for specialist craftspeople"
€46m Kildare HQ for Ranger Wing welcomed

€46m Kildare HQ for Ranger Wing welcomed

Thu, 17 Apr, 2025

"They deserve, along with all of our Defence Force personnel across all services, fit-for-purpose infrastructure to enable them to carry out their duties"
Delay in renovation of housing units at Athy hospital

Athy Hospital gets €2.4 million boost for renovation project

Wed, 09 Apr, 2025

Naas Hospital also receives substantial funding in the HSE's capital plan for 2025
Progress on Newbridge relief road as milestone reached

Progress on Newbridge relief road as milestone reached

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

The project is hoped to ease traffic congestion and support future development in the town
Reduced train fares for Kildare commuters

Reduced train fares for Kildare commuters

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

"Commuters from Newbridge, and other parts of South Kildare including Kildare town, have been fighting for years"
National campaign urges dog owners to act responsibly

National campaign urges dog owners to act responsibly

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

Owners are expected to keep their dogs under control under a new national campaign
Almost €600,000 allocated to Kildare community centres 

Almost €600,000 allocated to Kildare community centres 

Wed, 19 Mar, 2025

Kildare community centres will receive funding under the Community Centre Investment Fund
Martin Heydon holds the fort as top ranking minister in Ireland for St Patrick's Day 

Martin Heydon holds the fort as top ranking minister in Ireland for St Patrick's Day 

Thu, 20 Feb, 2025

Sure, he's practically Taoiseach!

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