Ireland faces repaying up to 37 million euro worth of EU grant aid for not enforcing the same fisheries rules as the rest of the bloc.
Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue is set to tell the Oireachtas Agriculture Committee that a penalty points system for trawler captains is now nine years overdue.
And he believes Brussels isn't likely to accept Ireland's plan to cut the penalty in half, if a skipper admits an infringement before court.
Wicklow Joins National Call For Family Court Reform As Communities March To Protect Children's Voices
Walk in Our Shoes 2026
Inspiring Laragh Woman Wins London Business Book Award - How Lollipops Changed Everything!
'The Power of a Lollipop' by Wicklow woman Dr Feena May has been named People, Culture & Management Book 2026, chosen from a record 340 entries.
Free Child Car Seat Checks Return to Wicklow Next Week
53% of car seats checked were incorrectly fitted, and needed adjustments to make them safe,
Sinn Féin Say Wicklow Rent Hikes Forcing Families Into "Impossible Choices"
Sinn Féin TD warns of devastating impact as Council considers 100-200% increases; protest planned for Monday
Wicklow Sports Clubs Encouraged To Apply For Funding For Community Facilities
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