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Fair Deal legislation needs to be enacted in the next Dáil term
I have called on the new Government to bring forward legislation to introduce a three-year cap on productive farming assets. ‘There is widespread support for this legislation from all partners. It’s introduction was delayed due [...]
Sean Canney urges farmers to apply for the €100 per head finisher payment for beef scheme.
I encourage farmers to apply for the new €50 million Beef Finishers Payment Scheme. The reference period for applications is 1st February to 12th June 2020 for any eligible cattle slaughtered during this period. The [...]
Sylane National School extension and All-Weather facility progressing
Deputy Seán Canney TD has welcomed progress with the construction of the new classroom and All-Weather pitch at the school. The works consist of a new full-size classroom linked to the existing school together with [...]
Department of Transport must ensure that all students are accommodated on the School Transport for next September
I have called on the Department of Transport to ensure that all students are accommodated on the school transport system in September. ‘I am receiving calls from many concerned parents that their children are being [...]
Call for support package for sheep farmers
I have called on the Minister of Agriculture to put a support package in place for sheep farmers. Sheep farmers have received no support during the COVID-19 emergency. Sheep farmers need support with the closure [...]
Calls for Galway County Council to use the Percent of Art Scheme to enhance the M17 / M18 Motorway
I have been informed that Galway County Council have had a budget of €64,000 made available under the Percent for Art Scheme in 2019 to enhance the M17 / M18 with Artistic features. The Scheme [...]