News - Maria Walsh
Local MEP Maria Walsh announces pregnancy through IVF
The Fine Gael politician said she hopes her personal journey can help other single women and those who are LGBTQI+ to become mothers.
May 10, 2026 08:27
Local MEP welcomes EU commitment to combat period poverty
A 2018 report found that up to 85,000 women in Ireland are at risk of period poverty, with 50 per cent of girls aged 12-19 experiencing challenges accessing products due to cost, stigma, or lack of education.
Mar 8, 2026 08:49
Local MEP says 'more work' needed to ban online child sex abuse material
It comes as the European Parliament voted overwhelmingly in favour of criminalising AI-generated child sex abuse material in all member states.
Jun 19, 2025 13:39
Local MEP calling for justice minister to combat rise of deepfakes
There was an estimated 245% increase in deepfakes last year, with approximately 96% being pornographic in nature and women accounting for 99% of victims.
Mar 11, 2025 13:39
'Unstable US White House'- Local MEP congratulates President-elect Trump amid concerns
Maria Walsh says she fears his views and policies could negatively impact women, minority and marginalised groups in society.
Nov 7, 2024 13:19
Midlands North-West MEP calls for more spending on mental health
An approach that safeguards Ireland's commitments to Europe and domestic priorities must be considered, along with increased spending on mental health.
Sep 29, 2024 08:25
Ballyleague/Lanesboro man Ciaran Mullooly elected as MEP
He secured the fifth seat in the Midlands Northwest constituency, after a battle with Sinn Fein's Michelle Gildernew.
Jun 14, 2024 03:18
European candidates for Midlands Northwest thrilled following first count
The fourth resumes at 10 o’clock this morning.
Jun 11, 2024 08:06
Five seats up for grabs as Midlands Northwest constituency count starts
Two Shannonside candidates, MEP Luke 'Ming' Flanagan and Independent Ireland's Ciaran Mullooly, are in contention for seats.
Jun 10, 2024 08:41
Ming Flanagan and Walsh polling well in Midlands-North-West
The separating of votes is well underway.
Jun 8, 2024 14:33
MEP warns of major rise in fake videos due to AI
The technology has created realistic images or movies of people in a range of compromising activities such as sexual acts or illegal behaviour.
Apr 19, 2024 17:41
Local MEP defends Rose of Tralee Festival following inclusivity concerns
Local activist Isabelle Flanagan believes that the festival is outdated and does not represent modern Irish Women.
May 5, 2023 14:07
Local MEP urges people suffering from 'Long Covid' to take care of their health
Maria Walsh has suffered the significant long-term effect of contracting Covid-19 after being initially diagnosed in October of last year
Apr 20, 2021 13:39Shannonside Newsletter
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