Negotiations are continuing to finalise the EU's Common Agricultural Policy post 2027.
The Taoiseach says there's a lot of bargaining left to when it comes to the Common Agricultural Policy post 2027.
Micheál Martin's party colleague Midlands MEP Barry Cowen is the lead negotiator for the Renew Europe Group in Brussels.
The EU draft budget emerged with an estimated 20% reduction compaired to the previous CAP.
The party leader says the fund is a major priority:
Offaly Landowner Prosecuted For Destruction Of Vegetation
The offence was in breach of the Wildlife Act.
Revenue Seize Contraband Worth €156K In Various Operations
113 counterfeit items were seized with an estimated value of over €43,000.
Former Midlands Travel Agent Speaks On Flight Cancellations
It's been reported Aer Lingus is scrapping some transatlantic and European
Midlands To Avail Of New Trial Late Night Bus Scheme
Longford has been listed as part of the 'One At One' scheme.
Approval Granted For Sand And Gravel Extraction In Offaly
Offaly County Council are approving the 15 year project in Croghan.
Green Light For Major Laois Wastewater Upgrade
It will serve over 45,000 people for the next 25 years.
Annual National Car Run Coming To Midlands This May Bank Holiday
The Bear Run 74 will pass through Tullamore and Portlaoise.
Former Bord Na Mona Workers Hosting Reunion In Offaly
The event will be in Teach Lea on June 27th.
Offaly TD Demands Faster Acre Scheme Payments
Deputy Carol Nolan says some farmers are waiting years for payments from the Government scheme.
Midlands Community Rally Around Canadian Family Following Car Crash
Jenn McMillian is thanking people in Tullamore for their help after her parents were hospitalised in a serious crash in the Midlands.
Junior Minister Reveals Family Home Threat Amid Protest Tensions
Robert Troy chose not to report the matter to the Gardaí.
My Faith In Humanity Was Nearly Lost Following Years Of Abuse - Mary Cowen
Mary's husband Brian served as Taoiseach from 2008-2011.
PHOTOS: The Electric Picnic Warm Up Party
It was held in Laois over the weekend.
Concerns Raised Over Occupational Therapy Shortages In Laois And Offaly
Brian Stanley raised the issue in the Dail.
Midlands Heritage Sites To Receive Almost €300k In Conservation Funding
€365k will be spread across six county's.
'Beer, Steer And Go': Man Maimed Brother In 195km/h 'Missile' Westmeath Car Crash
He had been using cannabis and filming himself drinking while driving.
Taoiseach Labels Criticism From Midlands Senator As "Positive"
Micheal Martin is standing over the government's actions during the fuel price protests.
Over 5,400 Older People Still Waiting For Essential Home Support
In the Midlands, 370 individuals are still waiting for approved additional support hours.
Checkpoint In Place On Westmeath Road Ahead Of Taoiseach Arrival
The Taoiseach will be attending for Fianna Fail's centenary celebrations.
Gardai Appeal For Help In Locating Missing Westmeath Teen
He's been missing since 6pm on Tuesday
