All of Mr Declan McAleer’s imported questions, contributions and motions in this mandate, newest first, including those assessed as not flagged, uncertain or not yet analysed.
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To ask the Minister of Education for an update on his capital investment plans for Dean Maguirc College, Carrickmore.
Assessment details for Oral question AQO 1231/22-27 Official Assembly record for Oral question AQO 1231/22-27
I too welcome the opportunity to speak on the motion. It addresses a matter of critical importance for our farming families, rural communities and the wider agriculture sector. The Assembly and, indeed, our party condemn the British Government's recent autumn Budget for neglecting the pressing needs of our rural…
Assessment details for Debate contribution: Farming Families: Autumn Budget 2024 Official Assembly record for Debate contribution: Farming Families: Autumn Budget 2024
I beg to move Go raibh maith agat, a Leas-Cheann Comhairle. I welcome the opportunity to address an issue that is of immense importance to the agriculture community and has a far-reaching impact that affects farmers, families, our rural economy and, ultimately, food security. The motion acknowledges that bovine…
Assessment details for Debate contribution: Bovine TB Official Assembly record for Debate contribution: Bovine TB
Minister, the statement referenced the NIEA. Without pre-empting the outcome of the inquiry that you are setting up, how do you envisage that NIEA will interface or sit alongside the new proposed IEPA?
Assessment details for Debate contribution: Review of Environmental Governance in Northern Ireland Official Assembly record for Debate contribution: Review of Environmental Governance in Northern Ireland
To ask the Minister for Communities to outline any plans his Department has for investment in rural settlements.
Assessment details for Oral question AQO 1206/22-27 Official Assembly record for Oral question AQO 1206/22-27
I thank the Minister for her statement. Minister, will you seek a reserve claim this year?
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Assessment details for Debate contribution: October Monitoring Round 2024-25 Official Assembly record for Debate contribution: October Monitoring Round 2024-25
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to detail (i) any grants and funding support available to farmers to help address financial pressures and invest in sustainable practices; and (ii) any information on upcoming programs or changes to existing support for farmers.
Assessment details for Written question AQW 17926/22-27 Official Assembly record for Written question AQW 17926/22-27
I welcome the Minister's announcement. I am sorry for missing the start of his statement, but I have read it. Will there be any opportunity to fund the work of Rural Support, which is a charity that provides a lot of debt advice and support to farming families?
Assessment details for Debate contribution: Integrated Advice Partnership Fund Official Assembly record for Debate contribution: Integrated Advice Partnership Fund
Supporting Upland Sheep Farmers That this Assembly recognises the vital role of the sheep sector within the agri-food industry, particularly as the primary farm enterprise in less favoured areas; acknowledges that the carbon footprint of ewes in upland areas is 8 per cent lower than that from ewes on lowland farms;…
Assessment details for Motion or amendment: Supporting Upland Sheep Farmers Official Assembly record for Motion or amendment: Supporting Upland Sheep Farmers
Addressing the Problem of Bovine TB (bTB) That this Assembly acknowledges that bovine TB (bTB) remains a serious threat to farming and recognises the significant impact it has on farmers; affirms the importance of agriculture and food production to our economy and society; notes the work of the TB Eradication…
Assessment details for Motion or amendment: Addressing the Problem of Bovine TB (bTB) Official Assembly record for Motion or amendment: Addressing the Problem of Bovine TB (bTB)
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, pursuant to AQW 17036/22-27, (i) to clarify whether his Department’s decision to revise the Equality and Disability Duties Screening Report, rather than undertake a full EQIA to consider the impact on groups defined by religion and political opinion,…
Assessment details for Written question AQW 17581/22-27 Official Assembly record for Written question AQW 17581/22-27
Minister, you recently introduced a number of small business research initiatives (SBRIs). How will those help address the issues at Lough Neagh?
Assessment details for Debate contribution: Pollutants: Lough Neagh Official Assembly record for Debate contribution: Pollutants: Lough Neagh
Like other Members, I want to touch on the recent Budget announcement and its impact on farming. The recent announcement of a £1 million inheritance tax threshold by the British Government will pose significant challenges for family farms, which are essential for our food security. As Members will be aware, many…
Assessment details for Member's statement: Inheritance Tax Official Assembly record for Member's statement: Inheritance Tax
Support for Family Farmers following the Budget To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, given the recently announced changes to the inheritance tax threshold and the lack of a ring-fenced budget for agriculture in the Chancellor’s Budget 2024, to outline what specific actions he will take to…
Assessment details for Urgent oral question: Support for Family Farmers following the Budget Official Assembly record for Urgent oral question: Support for Family Farmers following the Budget
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, given the recently announced changes to the inheritance tax threshold and the lack of a ring-fenced budget for agriculture in the Chancellor’s Budget 2024, to outline what specific actions he will take to support family farmers to ensure continued…
Assessment details for Written question AQW 17468/22-27 Official Assembly record for Written question AQW 17468/22-27
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, in light of An Bord Pleanála's October 2024 decision on agricultural development in Co. Cavan, to outline how this planning case could inform his Department's approach to supporting sustainable agriculture and balancing the needs of agriculture…
Assessment details for Written question AQW 17467/22-27 Official Assembly record for Written question AQW 17467/22-27
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, pursuant to AQW 21341/17-22, to detail (i) the progress made since 2021 to increase the LiDAR-based carbon stock estimation project; and (ii) any new findings or insights that have emerged in relation to carbon management techniques for hedgerows and…
Assessment details for Written question AQW 17403/22-27 Official Assembly record for Written question AQW 17403/22-27
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to detail (i) the regulations to control and manage predator populations; and (ii) how these regulations balance wildlife conservation with the protection of agricultural interests.
Assessment details for Written question AQW 17402/22-27 Official Assembly record for Written question AQW 17402/22-27
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (i) for an update on the spread, impact and containment efforts for bluetongue disease; and (ii) to detail the measures that are recommended to protect livestock.
Assessment details for Written question AQW 17401/22-27 Official Assembly record for Written question AQW 17401/22-27
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to detail (i) the measures being taken to address the 101 agricultural planning cases that require further information; (ii) how his Department will ensure timely resolution to avoid further delays; and (iii) an update on the backlog of agricultural…
Assessment details for Written question AQW 17400/22-27 Official Assembly record for Written question AQW 17400/22-27
I welcome the opportunity to speak on the motion. It reflects our collective commitment to safeguard the welfare of animals. Under the Welfare of Animals Act 2011, we have a crucial framework that provides the powers to protect farmed animals, non-farmed animals and wildlife. The Act is a vital tool in ensuring that…
Assessment details for Debate contribution: Register of Animal Welfare Offenders Official Assembly record for Debate contribution: Register of Animal Welfare Offenders
I thank the Minister for her response; she has partially answered my second question. Will the Minister and the Executive recommit to pressing the British Government for fair funding for the Executive and for guaranteed long-term funding for our farming community?
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Assessment details for Debate contribution: Agriculture: Basic Payment Scheme Official Assembly record for Debate contribution: Agriculture: Basic Payment Scheme
Mr McAleer asked the First Minister and deputy First Minister, who will be aware of the importance of the basic payment scheme as they represent largely rural constituencies, and given the lack of certainty beyond next year's payment, as the scheme is under the control of the British Government, whether they…
Assessment details for Topical question AQT 662/22-27 Official Assembly record for Topical question AQT 662/22-27
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, pursuant to AQW 16726/22-27, to detail (i) why revisions were made to the Equality and Disability Duties Screening Report for the draft Ammonia Strategy rather than proceeding with an Equality Impact Assessment, particularly given the potential impact…
Assessment details for Written question AQW 17036/22-27 Official Assembly record for Written question AQW 17036/22-27
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (i) for his assessment of the proposed changes to Agriculture Property Relief by the British Government and the impact on family farms that rely on this support; and (ii) to detail any engagement his Department has had with the British Government to…
Assessment details for Written question AQW 17035/22-27 Official Assembly record for Written question AQW 17035/22-27
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