Together we can make a better Ireland
Farmers’ Alliance is a grass roots political party that is building a movement of farmers, rural and urban communities to bring about real and positive change for everyone in Ireland. We’re not just for farmers!
Meet the founder of Farmers’ Alliance
Liam McLaughlin is a sheep farmer from Donegal who launched Farmers’ Alliance with the aim of creating a unified voice of the farming community and pushing back on the ever-increasing policies, which are a threat to our livelihoods. The group grew rapidly to over 20,000 members and in 2023, we were encouraged by many members to register as a political party, a process that we have now completed. We look forward to contesting the Local, General and European Elections with a view to bringing sanity back to local council chambers, Dáil and Seanad Éireann and the European Parliament.
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Real change for farmers, urban & rural communities and consumers
Our Policies
Meet the Team
Liam McLaughlin
Founder
Latest News
Violence and The Irish Legal System
Official Statement Condemning the Suspended Sentence Given to Cathal Crotty June 21, 2024 We express deep disappointment and concern over the recent judicial decision to impose a suspended sentence on Cathal Crotty, an Irish soldier, for violently assaulting Natasha O’Brien, leaving her unconscious. This lenient sentence fails to deliver justice and undermines the principles of…
The ACRES Farce
The ACRES (Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme) initiative, designed to support farmers in enhancing biodiversity and addressing environmental concerns, has been marred by significant delays in payments. This has left many farmers in a precarious financial position and has drawn widespread criticism from agricultural groups and environmental advocates alike. As of June 2024, only a fraction…
The Nature Restoration Bill
The upcoming Nature Restoration Bill is causing concern and debate among farmers and rural communities. This proposed legislation aims to enhance environmental conservation by rewetting and restoring habitats, but many fear it could disrupt farmers’ livelihoods and the balance of rural life. The law aims to address the degradation of natural habitats across Europe, with…