Clare Agri-food Sector Shows Plenty Of Bite

The indicators for the Clare agri-food sector in both the medium and long term remain positive, according to Farm Minister Brendan Smith.

The minister described the sector as being of critical importance to the economy with global demand for meat and milk projected to more than double over the next 40 years.

Clare Agri-food Sector Shows Plenty Of Bite

The indicators for the Clare agri-food sector in both the medium and long term remain positive, according to Farm Minister Brendan Smith.

The minister described the sector as being of critical importance to the economy with global demand for meat and milk projected to more than double over the next 40 years.

Clare holidaymakers left high and dry

Clare people have had their holidays cancelled following the collapse of XL Leisure Ireland.

The tour operator closed because of financial difficulties due to rising fuel prices and the economic downturn. The collapse leaves 1,000 Irish holidaymakers stranded abroad, and a further 3,000 who were set to travel with XL in the coming weeks without a holiday.

Breakingnews.ie reports that two flights were due to leave Dublin today for the Greek Islands, but their departures are now cancelled.