Fishing industry representatives to meet European Parliament members over Killybegs debacle
A meeting has been arranged between fishing industry representatives and members of the European Parliament over ongoing issues at Killybegs. Representatives of the industry are to travel to Brussels in a bid to seek…
Dail heats up over turf ban proposals
A Donegal Deputy is warning that the proposed turf ban is the straw that will break the camel’s back. The comments were made during a motion for the removal of the Carbon Tax. …
Killybegs fish weighing controversary leads to threats of blocking Dublin Port
A Donegal fisherman is warning that Dublin Port may have to be blocked over the ongoing fish weighing controversy at Killybegs. ‘The Lauren’ is yet another vessel caught up in the debacle –…
Rural issues discussed with Garda Commissioner & Sligo IFA
The Garda Commissioner Drew Harris visited Sligo yesterday where he held meeting local representatives of the Irish Farmers Association. Chief Superintendent Aidan Glacken also attended the meeting which discussed issues impacting the farming and…
Ryan rows back on turf demands
A Donegal TD says a ‘common sense’ approach is needed to the sale and distribution of turf. It seems the Energy Minister is rowing back on proposed new laws to ban it, with Eamon…
Anger grows over fishing regulations in Killybegs
The Irish Fish Processors and Exporters Association has confirmed that another fishing vessel was unable to land a cargo of Blue White Premium at the pier in Killybegs over the weekend. The crew of…
McConalogue announces agreement on sheep meat deal with U.S.
Donegal TD and Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue has announced an agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture on a veterinary health certificate for the export of Irish sheepmeat to the US. The Minister is…