AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPublic Services: A major public-sector strike is expected Wednesday, with schools and hospitals facing disruption and the Dáil cancelling its sitting as unions and Government remain at odds over pay. Agriculture: Macra says 676 farmers left tillage in 2026, warning the sector faces a succession crisis. A proposed strategy calls for current tillage supports to be secured in the next CAP and a fair pricing system for Irish grain. Business Funding: Ministers have expanded the Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme to €1 billion and extended it to 2029, offering Irish firms more access to finance. Technology Jobs: Dublin AI firm Tines plans to create 100 jobs, while Mastercard is expanding its European technology hub in the city. Energy: Elgin has acquired a 40MW Irish solar project as Galway’s Atlantic Summit heard warnings about energy supply risks. Ireland generated 43% of its electricity from renewables in September. Aviation: Irish lessor Avolon ordered 250 aircraft from Airbus and Boeing, with an option for 100 more.
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