AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHousing: Minister James Browne says the water-connection and development-levy waiver will end in December, pressing builders to finish projects before the deadline. New-home completions reached 26,833 in the first nine months, up from 24,256 a year earlier. Agriculture: Teagasc says giving finishing cattle more pen space can add 20kg to carcass weight; across seven animals, that could mean nearly €1,000 in extra returns. Meanwhile, Macra says it will judge the Government’s CAP negotiations on support for young farmers, as Ireland’s proposals face criticism over budget cuts. Skills: Meath County Council apprentice Sopiko Abulidze won a national ICT industry award, highlighting the talent developing through Ireland’s apprenticeship system. Energy: Ireland’s heavy reliance on imported energy leaves households exposed to further price rises, while offshore wind is being promoted as a route to greater energy security. Trade: Bord Bia and chef Darina Allen are showcasing Irish food and spirits with the Taj hotel group in India. Transport: Freight trains have resumed on the Limerick–Foynes line for the first time in 25 years. Economy: GDP growth eased to 5.5% in the third quarter, with pharmaceuticals and technology helping drive expansion.
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