AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEU Presidency Launch: Ireland officially took the rotating EU Council presidency on July 1, with António Costa stressing competitiveness and continued enlargement talks for Ukraine and Moldova, while Zelenskyy urged progress on Kyiv’s EU path at Dublin Castle. Ukraine War Update: Zelenskyy cut short his Ireland visit after intelligence warnings of a major Russian strike; Kyiv then faced missile and drone barrages, with reports of at least 13 dead and dozens hurt. Aughinish Alumina: Tánaiste Simon Harris denied involvement in any talks about nationalising the Shannon-based alumina firm amid sanctions concerns, as the Government’s investigation nears completion. Animal Welfare & Law: People Before Profit-Solidarity TD Paul Murphy will push for a Dáil ban on hare coursing, calling it cruel, while the Government plans to oppose. Planning & Housing: Connemara housing campaigners say draft Gaeltacht planning rules could weaken Irish-speaker protections; separate public consultation opens on the N25 Midleton-to-Youghal transport project. Local Economy & Jobs: A €3.25m innovation centre opened in Leitrim to back construction and quarrying R&D, with new roles expected. Sports: Andy Farrell names Sam Prendergast at No.10 for Ireland’s Nations Championship opener in Sydney, while Jock Campbell returns to the Wallabies after a long absence. Environment & Enforcement: On-the-spot litter fines rise to €250 from September 1, alongside a €250,000 fund for cleaner public spaces.
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