AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoData Centres & Energy Policy: Kingspan is set to buy Meath data-centre power and switchgear maker BMC Manufacturing in a deal worth up to €900m, underlining how fast Irish industry is moving into integrated data-centre solutions. EU Tax Pressure: Six EU countries are pushing for an EU-wide windfall tax on oil firms, with a joint letter urging the issue to be on the agenda for finance ministers in Dublin. Food & Feed Supply: Ireland is importing “oat feed” made from oat processing waste, despite stocks of whole Irish oats sitting unsold—raising questions about how feed codes are used in trade. Agriculture & Climate Resilience: Farmers are being urged to seek early support as dry weather bites, while a separate focus on delivering a sustainable future for the Irish sheep sector keeps the pressure on. Skills & Jobs Pipeline: Carlow students and apprentices have been selected for WorldSkills Ireland at the RDS, spanning construction, manufacturing, engineering and digital tech. Local Industry Spotlight: Carlow food producers are shortlisted for Blas na hÉireann, with finalists including a craft brewery, cheese, distillery, bakery and craft butchers. Public Health & Safety: Hospitals are warning about side effects linked to unapproved weight-loss drug Retatrutide being sold online and used in gyms.
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