Two Local Authorities Pass Motions for Change at Helm of Bord Bia

Two local authorities – Carlow County Council and Wexford County Council – have backed motions for the removal of the Bord Bia Chair.

Carlow IFA held a meeting on Sunday night and it was agreed that a motion would be brought to yesterday’s monthly meeting of Carlow County Council. A similar motion was brought forward by councillors in Wexford.

IFA President Francie Gorman acknowledged the support from both local authorities and said it showed the depth of feeling on this issue.

“I want to thank the councillors for giving some of their time to discuss this issue today, and for their backing of our position. There is no question that people can see there is a problem with the current situation in Bord Bia. We can only rebuild farmer confidence if there is a new chair at the helm.”

“Our members have worked extremely hard to give people an understanding of the core issue. We will maintain this campaign until we get a result that allows Bord Bia resume its normal business,” he said.

Carlow IFA Chair Michael Purcell said there had been a good discussion in the council chamber and ultimately, they voted for the Chair to be removed.

Wexford IFA Chair Tom Doyle said it was a close vote, but the majority view was that a change was needed to move on from the existing situation.