AQW 10089/22-27 – Support for farmers adversely affected by persistent heavy rainfall

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs what support he will be making available to farmers who have been adversely affected by the recent persistent heavy rainfall due to its impact on crops and livestock. [Priority Written] Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs: I am acutely … Continue reading AQW 10089/22-27 – Support for farmers adversely affected by persistent heavy rainfall

McGlone calls for farmers’ support after heavy rainfall

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SDLP Opposition AERA Spokesperson Patsy McGlone has called for support for farmers after the recent spell of heavy rainfall. Mr McGlone has submitted a Priority Assembly Question to ask DAERA Minister Andrew Muir if he intends to bring any support forward. Mid Ulster MLA Mr McGlone said, “The recent inclement weather and heavy rainfall has … Continue reading McGlone calls for farmers’ support after heavy rainfall

AQW 6845/22-27 – Israeli Defence Forces

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Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for the Economy whether Invest NI is providing any support to companies involved in the manufacture of armaments for use by the Israeli Defence Forces. Minister for the Economy: Invest NI is not providing any support to companies involved in the manufacture of armaments for use … Continue reading AQW 6845/22-27 – Israeli Defence Forces

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

McGlone to host ‘Future for Business in Europe’ event

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REGISTER HERE SDLP Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone is hosting a ‘Future for Business in Europe’ event in Cookstown next month. The event will take place at the Glenavon Hotel on Friday October 6 from 10am to 12.30pm. Among the speakers will be Irish Government Minister of State for European Affairs Peter Burke TD, Manufacturing … Continue reading McGlone to host ‘Future for Business in Europe’ event

McGlone: All-Island Agri-Food sector has huge potential

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SDLP Rural Communities Spokesperson Patsy McGlone has said that an All-Island Agri-Food sector has huge potential. He was speaking at the SDLP Conference in Derry. Mid Ulster MLA Mr McGlone said, “The North’s agri-food sector makes a huge contribution to this place and has gained a reputation around the world for our first-class produce. This … Continue reading McGlone: All-Island Agri-Food sector has huge potential

McGlone highlights issue for farmers receiving £600 energy support payment

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SDLP Rural Communities Spokesperson Patsy McGlone has said that a number of farmers are experiencing issues claiming their £600 energy support payment. Farmers who only have access to a business account for their banking have been unable to avail of the scheme. Mr McGlone has raised the issue with the British government’s Department for Business, … Continue reading McGlone highlights issue for farmers receiving £600 energy support payment

McGlone: British government must return EU act of good faith

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SDLP Rural Communities Spokesperson Patsy McGlone has said the British government must return the EU’s act of good faith in negotiations over the Protocol. Mr McGlone was speaking after the EU extended grace periods around the sale of veterinary medicines to the North from Britain. Mr McGlone said the move would be a relief to … Continue reading McGlone: British government must return EU act of good faith