News - Brussels
Tariff U-turns cause 'more instability' for local businesses - Mullooly
Over the weekend, the US president announced new global tariffs of 15 per cent.
Feb 23, 2026 09:21
EU Commissioner pulls out of Brazil visit
A mass protest took place in Brussels last week as farmers attempted to stop the proposed agreement.
Dec 22, 2025 13:08
Local TD quizzes Tánaiste on Mercusor stance
A number of farmers and other industry representatives have travelled to Brussels today to voice their disapproval of the plans.
Dec 18, 2025 13:18
Local farmers outline frustrations in Brussels protest
They're venting their anger at recent cuts to the CAP budget and plans to go ahead with the Mercosur trade deal.
Dec 18, 2025 13:10
Ireland hit by major fishing quota cut after EU talks
Ciaran Mullooly says Ireland will lose around 57-thousand tonnes of fishing quota for 2026 - a move he warns will hit coastal communities and put jobs at risk.
Dec 13, 2025 11:15
Renting cheaper in Brussels than in rural Ireland warns MEP
Ciaran Mullooly says it's cheaper to rent in the capital of Belgium than a small rural town here in Ireland.
Apr 9, 2025 08:51
Longford activist highlights disability care shortfall at European Parliament
James Cawley Jnr is a longtime campaigner for more supports and rights for those living with a disability.
Sep 25, 2024 17:38
Local secondary school wins prestigious #ThinkLanguages competition
Minister for Education, Norma Foley congratulated the school by saying the school showed great creativity, teamwork and enthusiasm for languages.
Jan 28, 2024 12:08
MEP says Lough Funshinagh residents are 'suffering from a one-sided system'
The local people have been left with an uncertain future.
Feb 20, 2023 17:39
EU to discuss further sanctions on Russia later today
Plans to decrease Europe's reliance on Russian gas will be discussed
Mar 25, 2022 08:47Shannonside Newsletter
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