AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Budget Talks in Dublin: EU ministers met in Dublin Castle to push negotiations on the next long-term EU budget, with Ireland’s EU Presidency aiming for agreement before year-end and road closures planned around the talks. Trump Visit Security & Protests: Donald Trump is set to visit Ireland next week, with plans for a limited dignitary programme focused on Phoenix Park and meetings with President Catherine Connolly and Taoiseach Micheál Martin, while protests are planned in Clare and Dublin. Russia-Ukraine Tensions: NATO and EU leaders vowed to step up pressure on Russia after Germany blamed Moscow for the Leipzig airport drone attack, with cultural centres also in the spotlight as Russia shutters German sites. Health Service Pressure: The Public Only Consultant Contract is under fire after IHCA criticism that weekend work is being pushed without enough staffing, amid ongoing waiting list concerns. Local Business & Jobs: Ibec has appointed Mayo business leader Maureen Walsh as president for 2026-27, highlighting regional infrastructure needs. Cyber Threats for SMEs: Limerick SMEs are urged to tighten digital defences as cyber attacks are costing the sector billions annually. Culture & Sports: Fontaines D.C. confirmed major 2027 Ireland dates at Slane Castle; and Limerick hosts a major open water swim this weekend.
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