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Donegal TD warns no-deal Brexit remains a threat to agri-food sector

written by Rachel McLaughlin April 28, 2020
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Charlie McConalogue TD has warned that a no deal Brexit remains a very real threat to Ireland’s agri-food sector.

Deputy McConalogue, who is the Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Agriculture, Food, and the Marine, made his comments following the resumption of Brexit talks last week.

“I am deeply concerned that the UK is still intent on not seeking an extension to the transition period which is due to end on the 31st December 2020. If the UK continues with this course of action it raises the possibility of a no-deal Brexit at the end of the year which would be extremely detrimental to Ireland, and in particular our agri-food sector,” Deputy McConalogue said.

“The deadline for reaching an agreement on the future trading relationship was always very ambitious but it is now even more so in light of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the fact that talks are running behind schedule and there remain significant gaps between both sides. The reality is that Brexit is far from done and an extension is required to take the threat of a no deal Brexit off the table and reach an agreement on a future trading relationship.”

Deputy McConalogue highlighted that the agri-food sector has already suffered huge losses during Covid-19 due to the closure of restaurants and hotels.

“The prospect of a no deal Brexit coming down the tracks is frightening for those who have already incurred significant financial losses this year,” he said.

“Amidst the Covid-19 pandemic it is important to not lose sight of the threat that Brexit poses to our agri-food sector. In the weeks ahead efforts must continue at national and EU level to reach a consensus with the UK on the need to extend the transition period beyond the end of December 2020,” concluded Deputy McConalogue.

Donegal TD warns no-deal Brexit remains a threat to agri-food sector was last modified: April 28th, 2020 by Rachel McLaughlin
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