Repeat inspections a waste, say IFA

COUNTY Councils have been accused by the Irish Farmers Association of seeking to carry out a large number of farm inspections, which are already being conducted by officials from the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.

IFA president Pádraig Walshe said this new wave of bureaucracy is excessive, a waste of taxpayers’ money and will provide absolutely no benefit to society.

“County councillors must stand united with farmers and ensure that the money proposed is instead diverted to lower water charges and upgrading of regional roads.” He said IFA executives are to meet with county councils regarding the issue during the coming weeks.