AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAgri-Showcase: Nuffield’s 14th Triennial lands in Ireland this month, with global agri-food leaders set for farm visits and a big Agri-Summit at Killashee on 22 May. Tech Layoffs: LinkedIn is planning cuts at its Dublin operation, with Reuters reporting 5% of jobs at risk as Microsoft-owned teams are reorganised. Energy Debate: Ireland’s energy regulator says the nuclear discussion is “worth having”, as it also flags Ireland’s highest electricity prices in Europe and ongoing arrears. Data Centres vs Renewables: The Climate Change Advisory Council warns data centres now take more than 20% of electricity demand and are soaking up new renewable capacity, while curtailment remains high. Farming Policy: Fianna Fáil TD Peter “Chap” Cleere revives a bid to ban corporate ownership of veterinary practices. Public Finance: Ireland borrows €2bn via a syndicated tap of a 2043 green bond, drawing strong investor demand. Local Life: Cork’s new city library is set for the Counting House, bought for €35m. Scams Watch: A new Irish Internet Hotline report says scam websites targeting Irish users surged, alongside a rise in child sexual abuse material hidden behind paywalls.
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