AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEnergy Costs & Retail Impact: SSE Airtricity has announced electricity and gas price rises from 5 October, with typical household bills up about 8.9% (electricity) and 9.3% (gas), adding roughly €0.47 and €0.38 per day respectively, as volatility and network charges bite. Transport & Jobs: Irish Road Haulage Association leaders warn fuel supports ending could trigger renewed protests, arguing the sector risks “dying” if costs don’t stabilise. Agriculture & Animal Health: A new bluetongue case has been confirmed in Co Wexford, with the Department of Agriculture urging farmers to consider vaccination and to report unexplained deaths promptly. Food Prices & Supply: Drought-linked shortages are pushing up produce prices, with reports of higher costs for items like lettuce and sweet peppers as water-dependent crops struggle. Business & Investment: Medtronic, headquartered in Galway, is set to take part in upcoming investor conferences, underscoring continued Irish-based corporate activity. Local Sustainability: Ardmore in Co Waterford has made the long list for Ireland’s Greenest Places awards, competing for town/village and overall titles.
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