News - EU
Local Senator hits back at Brazlian school meal claims
Brazilian beef faces an EU ban from September, unless the country meets rules on antibiotic use in animals.
May 28, 2026 13:07
Local MEP elected as full member of EU Agri committee
The vote saw 41 out of 67 MEPs backing his appointment.
May 21, 2026 17:07
Local TD strongly against plans to cut EU farming payments to pensioners
The next Common Agricultural Policy is currently being finalised and will take effect in 2028.
May 17, 2026 11:44
Brazilian beef to be blocked from EU markets
The European Commission made the announcement due to the country's use of antibiotics in animals.
May 13, 2026 12:58
Local MEP calls on government to reimburse Irish citizens returning from UAE
Independent MEP Ciaran Mullooly says there has been an 'abject failure' to use an EU emergency support mechanism to get citizens out of the warzone.
Mar 7, 2026 12:32
EU Commissioner says Mercosur deal could be implemented provisionally
MEPs last month decided to refer the agreement to the European Court of Justice.
Feb 4, 2026 09:11
Leading economist dismisses farmers' Mercosur concerns
A major protest is taking place in Strasbourg today against the agreement between the EU and four South American countries.
Jan 20, 2026 12:51
Von der Leyen to sign Mercusor deal this week
The move is prompting fresh criticism, amid claims the agreement is being pushed ahead before a vote in the European Parliament.
Jan 12, 2026 13:08
Large crowds expected to descend on Athlone for anti-Mercosur rally
The event is being organised by Independent Ireland politicians and supported by national farming bodies.
Jan 10, 2026 09:16
EU to vote on Mercosur trade agreement in new year amid beef import concerns
If passed, the deal will allow 99,000 tonnes carcass weight of beef from South America enter the EU at a much reduced tariff rate of 7.5 per cent.
Jan 1, 2026 14:39
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
Food safeguards could kick-in prior to Mercusor deal
Under Mercosur, the EU would grant a quota of 99,000 tonnes of beef per year.
Dec 2, 2025 13:49
Local MEP taking government to task on Mercosur trade deal
The ratification process for the controversial EU - South America deal has been launched today.
Sep 3, 2025 18:13
Donald Trump announces 30 per cent tariffs on the EU
European negotiators have been scrambling to reach an agreement with the Trump administration before then, to avoid taxes being placed on goods being sold in the US.
Jul 12, 2025 15:08Shannonside Newsletter
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