AQW 51571/22-27 – Public awareness of continuing impacts of climate change

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to detail any steps being taken to support greater public awareness around the continuing impacts of climate change. Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs: Addressing climate change remains a priority, and my Department is advancing a range of initiatives … Continue reading AQW 51571/22-27 – Public awareness of continuing impacts of climate change

McGlone concerned at lack of support for farmers in prolonged wet conditions

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SDLP Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone has expressed his concern at a failure to support farmers during prolong periods of wet weather. He had asked the DAERA Minister to outline any support available. The Minister confirmed he was not planning a support package, instead pointing to the Sustainable Agriculture Programme (SAP). Mid Ulster MLA Patsy … Continue reading McGlone concerned at lack of support for farmers in prolonged wet conditions

AQW 25426/22-27 – Climate Change farming

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (i) for an update on any measures his Department is taking to support farmers in adapting to the challenges posed by climate change; and (ii) how his Department will ensure these measures align with (i) environmental sustainability; and (ii) economic … Continue reading AQW 25426/22-27 – Climate Change farming

McGlone: Action, not more reviews needed to protect environment

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SDLP AERA Spokesperson Patsy McGlone has said the Minister needs to deliver concrete action to protect the environment, not further reviews. He was speaking after Minister Andrew Muir announced a review into environmental governance in the Assembly on Tuesday. Mr McGlone said the Minister must prioritise the establishment of an Independent Environmental Protection Agency. Mid … Continue reading McGlone: Action, not more reviews needed to protect environment

McGlone: Minister must confirm support for rural communities to drive just transition

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Social Democratic and Labour Party MLA for Mid Ulster Patsy McGlone has called on the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to confirm the level of support he intends to provide for rural communities through the Just Transition Fund for Agriculture. The Climate Change Act 2022 requires the Minister to establish a Just Transition … Continue reading McGlone: Minister must confirm support for rural communities to drive just transition

AQW 10177/22-27 – Installation of solar panels

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for the Economy what support is available for homeowners to help with the installation of solar panels. Minister for the Economy: The Climate Change Act (Northern Ireland) 2022 set out a target of 80% of electricity consumption to be from renewable sources in the north of … Continue reading AQW 10177/22-27 – Installation of solar panels

McGlone welcomes first Renewable Gas Injection for NI

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SDLP Agriculture Spokesperson Patsy McGlone MLA (Mid Ulster) joined local Dungannon representative Cllr Karol McQuade in welcoming the first injection of renewable biomethane into the local gas network, calling it a significant step forward for NI and its journey to net zero. In a first for NI, Granville Eco Park, Dungannon, a Bio Capital Group … Continue reading McGlone welcomes first Renewable Gas Injection for NI

AQW 3191/22-27 – Financial support for adopting renewable energy sources

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for the Economy what financial support does his Department provide to domestic properties to assist the adoption of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind. Minister for the Economy: There is currently no financial support available from my Department for homeowners who wish to install … Continue reading AQW 3191/22-27 – Financial support for adopting renewable energy sources