The Agriculture Minister says he will resist attempts to further link EU farm payments to eco-friendly schemes.
The bloc is negotiating the new Common Agricultural Policy, which will take effect in 2023.
Ireland has agreed to allow 20 per cent of CAP payments to be ring-fenced for environmental farm practices.
But Charlie McConalogue says he told other European agriculture ministers he's against increasing that to 30 per cent.
Visit Wicklow Digital Campaign Takes Home Prestigious IDI Award
Wicklow faced strong competition with major campaigns from Bank of Ireland and the HSE also in the running.
Wham Bram Leaves Wicklow All Shook Up As Power Outages Hit Garden County
Storm Bram has left plenty of debris in its wake after it caused severe disruption throughout County Wicklow on Tuesday
UPDATE - Missing Alex Kenna Has Been Located
The 16-year-old was reported missing on Monday, December 1st, but has since been located
GP Shortages in Wicklow AS Patients Struggle for Access During Flu Season
County Wicklow faces a shortage of GPs, leaving residents — especially in Blessington — with limited access to care. Rising flu cases are adding pressure, highlighting the urgent need for more doctors and better support for existing practices.
Wicklow Added to Status Orange Wind Alert from 7am Tuesday
Duvet Day anyone?
Sunny intervals
High: 11°C | Low: 10°C
Sunny intervals
High: 11°C | Low: 9°C
Sunny intervals
High: 11°C | Low: 8°C
Sunny intervals
High: 11°C | Low: 8°C
Heavy rain shower
High: 11°C | Low: 8°C
