News - MEP
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
Vital tariff negotiations between EU and US to take place on Monday
President Donald Trump and the EU have announced a 90 day pause which has been welcomed by Tánaiste Simon Harris.
Apr 12, 2025 08:23
Midlands Northwest MEP recovering following health scare
The Midlands North West MEP says he hopes to return home at the weekend and will continue to carry out his duties as an MEP.
Apr 9, 2025 09:31
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
Local MEP says Taoiseach must seek clarity on Irish neutrality during US visit
This has raised concerns about the role of European defence forces in the case of an escalation in the war.
Mar 3, 2025 13:11
LISTEN: Shannonside MEP calls for emergency permits for storm-hit forestry owners
Around 10 per cent of all forestry across Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon was knocked down during the bad weather.
Feb 19, 2025 17:29
Local MEP calls for further government support with many still without power
The ESB are continuing restoration efforts with some crews drafted in from Europe to help.
Feb 1, 2025 11:56
Local Independent TDs urged to make Mercosur a 'red line issue' in government talks
Independent Ireland MEP Ciaran Mullooly is warning newly elected Independent TDs that the deal will damage their constituents should it be implemented.
Jan 7, 2025 14:19
German MEP pledges to support farmers in nitrates campaign after Local farm visit
MEP Christine Singer visited farms in Edgeworthstown and Ballinalee last weekend.
Aug 22, 2024 07:39
Well known businessman to seek European Parliament seat in Midlands Northwest
Peter Casey also ran for Europe in 2019 but was unsuccessful.
Apr 30, 2024 07:58
European candidate says he won't be bound by party whip
Ciaran Mullooly announced his candidacy for June's European Elections over the weekend.
Apr 8, 2024 13:56
Colm Markey will not contest June's European election
His decision leaves Fine Gael seeking to have Maria Walsh re-elected and well known jockey Nina Carberry gaining a seat.
Mar 23, 2024 16:36
Barry Cowen takes Fianna Fáil's local nomination for European Elections
It's expected the party will add another candidate to the ticket in the coming months before June's election.
Feb 6, 2024 07:55
Sinn Féin MEP welcomes nomination of Michelle Gildernew for EU election
MEP MacManus also expressed his belief that the party can claim two seats in the constituency.
Jan 26, 2024 13:12Shannonside Newsletter
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