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.

Best wishes to the new members of the force

Sinn Féin has said it is ‘untenable’ for Larry Murrin to remain in post as chairman of Bord Bia.

Irish Farmers’ Association president Francie Gorman said it was in farmers’ best interests for Larry Murrin to stand down.

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

Helen McEntee is chair the Government Trade Forum for the first time on Friday.

Daera Minister Andrew Muir has previously revealed the spend on bTB compensation for the 2025/2026 financial year is over £56 million.

“These are precious years and they go very quick.”

“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."

The announcement was made after suspected cases were identified at a fourth farm in Co Down.

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.

The high risk period for avian influenza runs from October until April

The Minister for Agriculture has issued housing orders for all poultry and captive birds

The easiest way to apply for the fuel allowance is through MyWelfare.ie

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.

Good news for families

Great news

“This funding will help ensure that new opportunities and new sports are opened to people of all abilities and backgrounds across the county"

"I, along with Mairead’s many friends and colleagues within the party send their very best wishes to her and her family.” 

Donadea Forest Park, Killinthomas, Moore Abbey, Mullaghreelan and Rahin are all in line for improvements

Anyone planning to travel in the next six months must ensure their passport is in date.

A former Fine Gael public representative, Minister Martin Heydon described him as a “gentleman, a mentor and a friend”

The Minister for Agriculture spoke out against the plan to sell the former dispensary

“This funding is crucial for schools, helping them to meet the cost of energy, lighting, cleaning, insurance and general upkeep."

The Kildare company employs a total of 635 people in Ireland and the UK.

Additional places coming on stream to towards the end of the year. 

The group do important work in protecting our shared heritage

Great news!

What a great idea!

“Lullymore is a great example of a sustainable visitor experience, bringing visitors to the heart of west Kildare."

Local South Kildare representatives were delighted to welcome the scheme at the Clanard Court Hotel last week

"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"

"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"

Naas Hospital also receives substantial funding in the HSE's capital plan for 2025

The project is hoped to ease traffic congestion and support future development in the town

"Commuters from Newbridge, and other parts of South Kildare including Kildare town, have been fighting for years"

Owners are expected to keep their dogs under control under a new national campaign

Kildare community centres will receive funding under the Community Centre Investment Fund

Sure, he's practically Taoiseach!

OUR two new Ministers took up the reins of Government this week in contrasting fashion, as portfolios sometimes dictate.

Both men are coming to the big table with some experience

“It would be the honour of my life if I was appointed, but I genuinely don’t know”.

One of the very refreshing aspects of count ’24 was the amount of engaged young people, both as interested onlookers, and party tallymen