EU Agriculture Ministers will begin a two day summit in Brussels today aimed at ratifying reforms to the CAP farm subsidy programme.
The deal will account for about a third of the EU's budget between 2021 and 2027, with 387 billion euro being spent.
20 per cent of the budget will be ring fenced for new eco-schemes to tackle agricultural emissions.
However Brian Rushe, Deputy President of the IFA says these schemes aren't fair on farmers
Wicklow Faces Ongoing Flood Risks Despite Improvement in Weather Conditions
With public concerns regarding blocked drains and gullies, Wicklow County Council Chief says that even properly maintained systems are being overwhelmed
Wicklow Coastal Areas Best Avoided During Status Orange Alert
Flooding is a safety concern with waves crashing over Wicklow Town Promenade, Bray Seafront and Arklow’s North Beach.
*UPDATE* Wicklow Orange Rain Warning Change As Flood Risk Remains High
Dublin joins Wicklow and Waterford under Status Orange rainfall warnings for Thursday
Wicklow Flood Relief: Support Available for Businesses and Community Groups
Emergency Humanitarian Flooding Scheme offers up to €100,000 to help restore premises damaged by recent floods.
UPDATE: Ban On Scrambler Bikes In Public Spaces Agreed By Cabinet
Tánaiste, Wicklow TD Simon Harris called for an outright ban on scramblers from public roads and public spaces
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