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‘No transition period’ as rural speed limits set to change
James Hanly
On Friday 7 February, the speed limit on many rural local roads will change from 80km/h to 60km/h.
29 January 2025 Northern Ireland
DAERA powerless on livestock moves since 2021
Legislation to enforce rules around animal movements has not been in place since 2021
15 January 2025 News
Increasing tractor driver age limit ‘not the right approach’
Some 3,653 licences were issued to drivers under the age of 20 last year.
Independent TD calls for legislation review for trespass on farmland
Offaly deputy Carol Nolan said she is engaging with the Office of the Parliamentary Legal Advisor within the Oireachtas as part of her intention to initiate the review.
13 January 2025 News
Almost 3,800 tractor licences issued in 2024
Some 3,653 licences were issued to drivers under the age of 20 last year.
11 January 2025 News
Gardaí investigating after man cuts in-lamb ewe’s throat
A second in-lamb ewe was found “skinned and gutted” on a laneway by the farmer in Kerry.
10 January 2025 News
Review into legal age to drive a tractor
The RSA is reviewing the age limit for driving a tractor and is considering the introduction of a driving test.
1 January 2025 News
New clarity on APR helps farm tax bills
HMRC has confirmed that the 50% relief which is available on agricultural property over £1m will apply to the value of the asset.
4 December 2024 Northern Ireland
New equine traceability system on way
All equine owners will be required to fill out a census or risk losing their equine premises number.
27 November 2024 BLANK
Rural Affairs: short-term letting law will have a serious impact
Annual conference told that a lack of understanding of the importance of tourist letting in rural Ireland is a concern, writes Jacqueline Hogge.
27 November 2024 Features
Regulator says it can act fast once farmers submit evidence
The Agri-Food Regulator has said it will respond promptly to farmer complaints of alleged breaches of supply chain law, once it gets its hands on evidence.
27 November 2024 News
Over 6,000 NI farmers send ‘clear message’
Thousands of NI farmers gathered in Lisburn on Monday evening for a UFU rally on inheritance tax.
20 November 2024 Northern Ireland