News - MEP
Local MEP brands proposed medical tests for new drivers as ridiculous
The proposal forms part of an overhaul on driving license rules across the EU.
Jan 6, 2024 12:21
Midlands-North-West gain extra seat ahead 2024 European elections
It's going from 4 to 5 seats, after counties Laois and Offaly transfer from the South to the Midlands.
Nov 20, 2023 16:47
Minister for Agriculture condemns 'shocking' animal cruelty scenes
The 'Prime Time Investigates' programme showed scenes of animal abuse being carried out by certain farmers around the Country.
Jul 11, 2023 07:38
Public meeting on proposed EU Nature Laws to be held this Sunday
The meeting will focus on the specific aspect of land re-wetting and all MEP's are being invited to attend.
Jul 4, 2023 17:12
Negative associations with cannabis in Ireland must change says local MEP
The Castlerea native recently highlighted the campaign by documenting the growth of his own legal supply.
Jun 27, 2023 13:02
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Local activist Isabelle Flanagan believes that the festival is outdated and does not represent modern Irish Women.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
Roscommon MEP welcomes results of drug decriminalisation survey
A survey by the Sunday Business post showed that the majority of adults surveyed would support the legalisation and regulation of drugs.
Feb 27, 2023 13:05
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
MEP to visit local residents at Lough Funshinagh
He will be talking to the residents and landowners as part of efforts to make a case with the EU.
Feb 17, 2023 13:23
Local MEP says hate speech against LGBTQI+ community still prevalent
Funding has been announced for a number of groups.
Dec 6, 2022 18:30
EU to discuss further sanctions on Russia later today
Plans to decrease Europe's reliance on Russian gas will be discussed
Mar 25, 2022 08:47
Classrooms not safe for students says local MEP
It comes as schools re-opened yesterday.
Jan 7, 2022 13:27
MEP Flanagan describes new CAP as 'fudge' on climate change
The Roscommon man is unhappy with efforts to tackle climate change
Jun 29, 2021 08:13
Leitrim farmers to benefit from 100 percent CAP convergence according to local MEP
Several EU countries have already introduced the measure.
Jun 23, 2021 13:22Shannonside Newsletter
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