Results 121-140 of 3,701 for speaker:Martin Heydon

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Common Agricultural Policy (29 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: The exact timing of the Commission's proposals for post-2027 CAP remains to be confirmed. However, the publication of detailed CAP post-2027 proposals is likely to follow the proposals for the next EU Budget (MFF – Multiannual Financial Framework) which are due for publication by the Commission in mid-2025. As set out in the Programme for Government, the Government will continue to...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Horse Racing Industry (29 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: While taxation policy is primarily the responsibility of my colleague the Minister of Finance, I work closely with him on taxation issues relating to my direct areas of responsibility. Tax reliefs on trainer payments for those looking to get involved in a horse syndicate or partnership which supports Irish horse trainers and the horse racing industry is not something I am considering at present.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Invasive Species Policy (29 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: The Asian Hornet poses a serious threat to our honey bee colonies and to all our pollinators. As the Asian Hornet is considered an invasive species it falls under the responsibility of the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. The NPWS leads on the prevention and management of the introduction and spread of invasive alien...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Official Engagements (29 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: I did not meet with the administrator of the US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services during my recent visit to the United States. However, I did engage with my US counterpart, Brooke Rollins, Secretary of the US Department of Agriculture, senior US political representatives in Washington DC, key US stakeholders and companies and Irish companies operating in the US, all with the...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Animal Diseases (29 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: My Department maintains an ongoing communication campaign to keep the public aware of what to do if they encounter sick or dead wild birds, to minimise the risk of avian influenza infection. This includes advertising in the media, radio and television interviews, maintaining the AvianCheck App on my Department's website, and the National Disease Emergency Hotline where members of the public...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Schemes (29 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: As part of Budget 2025 my Department secured an allocation of €5 million for 2025 to support the group of farmers commonly referred to as forgotten farmers. Work is ongoing to address a number of remaining issues, before the details of the eligibility requirements and benefits to successful applicants under any scheme can be finalised.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Aquaculture Industry (29 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: My Department has responsibility for foreshore licensing functions in respect of designated fishery harbour centres, activities wholly or primarily for the use, development or support of aquaculture, and activities which are wholly or primarily for the use, development, or support of wild fisheries. Applications for foreshore licences are considered in accordance with the provisions of...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Animal Passports (29 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: I have been informed by my officials at Longford Regional Veterinary Office (RVO) that Mr. Patrick Thompson's application was received on the 04 April 2025. My Department was unable to process the application because it was incomplete. There were a number of documents outstanding. A letter was sent to Mr. and Mrs. Thompson on the 04 April 2025 requesting the necessary documentation be sent to...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Grant Payments (29 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: As the Deputy will be aware, the Liming Programme was launched in spring of 2023 to incentivise the use of lime, a natural soil conditioner which corrects soil acidity, makes nutrients more available for plant uptake, and improves overall soil health. Administration checks carried out on the claim received from the person named, indicate that they did not meet the conditions as...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Grant Payments (29 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: As the Deputy will be aware, the Liming Programme was launched in spring of 2023 to incentivise the use of lime, a natural soil conditioner which corrects soil acidity, makes nutrients more available for plant uptake, and improves overall soil health. Administration checks carried out on the claim received from the person named, indicate that they did not meet the conditions as outlined in...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Grant Payments (29 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: As the Deputy will be aware, the Liming Programme was launched in spring of 2023 to incentivise the use of lime, a natural soil conditioner which corrects soil acidity, makes nutrients more available for plant uptake, and improves overall soil health. Administration checks carried out on the claim received from the person named, indicate that they did not meet the conditions as outlined in...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Industry (10 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: The table below shows the total costs associated with the Ministerial Trade Mission to Nigeria and Senegal in September 2023. The costs shown below are in respect of travel by the previous Minister and six officials from my Department. Flights €30,801.19 Hotels €5,461.21 Transport €2,605.95 ...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Industry (10 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: Coillte was set up as a commercial State body under the Forestry Act, 1988, and is therefore independent from my Department in relation to operational matters, as specified in the Act. As one of the shareholders of Coillte, I have responsibility for the oversight of the Company in accordance with the Act and I also have expectations in relation to Coillte’s engagement in climate...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Industry (10 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: My Department recognises that the recent storms Darragh and Éowyn, have caused varying degrees of damage around the country, including significant damage to trees and that this presents challenges to all stakeholders in forestry. My Department officials are in regular contact with the ESB, particularly in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn. On 5th February 2025, a decision was made by...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Artificial Intelligence (10 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: My Department is in the process of drafting a Data Strategy to underpin efficient data collection and data storage as a basis for all uses of data within my Department. The data strategy will be applicable to all data created, captured, stored, and utilised by my Department. All current and future use cases of Artificial Intelligence (AI) are subject to review, data protection and...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Departmental Projects (10 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: My Department currently has no projects underway with CeADAR, Irelands National Centre for AI.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Artificial Intelligence (10 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: The information sought by the Deputy is an operational matter for the State Bodies under the aegis of my Department. I have referred the Deputy’s question to the State Bodies and have requested that a response issue within 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Artificial Intelligence (10 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: My Department is considering the future use cases of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the following areas as proof of concept projects. Application development and Service Delivery.Agri-food supply chain security.Customer Service and Corporate administration. All current and future use cases are subject to review, data protection and governance measures and are solely under the governance of...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Artificial Intelligence (10 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: My Department has an Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy in place which has been communicated to all staff through an AI awareness campaign. Training on the use of AI is in development and will be provided to staff in due course. In the interim, there is a dedicated Data Management and Analytics Division acting as a centre of excellence and support for Data and AI.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Departmental Correspondence (10 Apr 2025)

Martin Heydon: I propose to take Questions Nos. 332 and 333 together. The work of my Department covers a wide range of issues, from policy development and implementation, to regulation in areas such as food safety, animal and plant health and animal welfare, forestry, fisheries management and the environment. My Department also manages payments to support farming, fisheries and forestry. The Minister's...