AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEnergy & Policy Pressure: The US has warned France and Germany they could face a diesel export ban unless they draw down emergency stockpiles, with an EU call also involving Ireland as fuel prices hit records. Alternative Budgets: Sinn Féin unveiled a 13.4bn euro alternative budget focused on living costs, including no carbon tax increases, petrol/diesel cuts and energy credits, while also reiterating plans to abolish USC on the first 40,000 euro. District Heating Funding: The Government backed district heating with €5m for Drogheda and Dundalk pre-construction work, as Ireland looks to cut reliance on imported fossil fuels. Solar Push: Bord Gáis Energy launched a 0% finance deal for rooftop solar, letting homeowners borrow €4,000–€10,500 over two to four years with a €99 deposit. Consumer & Transport Enforcement: CCPC prosecutions led to convictions of Dublin car dealers for misleading buyers about crash history. Agriculture Practicalities: Teagasc says one in three drystock farmers haven’t spread lime in five years, urging soil tests and liming plans. Industry & Finance Moves: Probitas rebranded to Aviva Syndicates, and Malone Life and Pensions announced expansion beyond the EU into Australia and Hong Kong. Irish Music Industry: Ireland Music Week launched the Trevor Dietz Management Bursary, with Erin Barker named the first recipient.
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