Rural Ireland losing services 'at a fast speed' - Macra na Feirme

Published: April 25, 2023, 1:50 p.m.

Passing the family farm down to the generations was often a cause for rift and division if not handled properly, but what if there isn\u2019t anyone to pass the farm on to anymore? \n\nFewer than 6 per cent of farmers in Ireland are under 35, and with the closure of shops, pubs and post offices in villages all over Ireland, it seems that rural life is declining faster than ever. \n\nElaine Houlihan is the President Elect of Macra NaFeirme, she\u2019s one of 30 people who\u2019ll walk overnight tonight from Athy in Co Kildare to Government Buildings to highlight the issues facing rural Ireland and to seek more support. She joined Sean to discuss\u2026