News - Mercosur
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 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
Trade parts of Mercosur deal set to take effect for farmers from today
However, that's without approval from the European Parliament.
May 1, 2026 07:24
Mercosur deal set to take effect provisionally at the start of May
27,000 people protested against the deal in Athlone in January.
Mar 23, 2026 15:12
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
Mercosur deal could be implemented provisionally before MEPs ratify it
Germany wants the deal to be immediately implemented provisionally.
Jan 22, 2026 08:12
Mercosur trade deal to be referred to European Court of Justice - delaying it by up to two years
The majority of MEPs voted for the move in the European Parliament today.
Jan 21, 2026 12:04
Slight majority of MEPs support Mercusor deal
Politico has released a poll showing 319 MEPs support the deal, 301 opposing it, with 92 undecided and undeclared votes.
Jan 21, 2026 07:39
Local MEP Hopes Mercosur Deal Will Be Overturned
Midlands North West MEP, Ciaran Mullooly was one of the organiser's of a large demonstration against the demonstration in recent weeks.
Jan 20, 2026 17:18
Mullooly has 'serious concerns' for Mercosur deal after new Trump tariffs
Ciaran Mullooly opposes a separate trade agreement between the EU and four south American countries – he says he’s concerned at the weekend’s developments:
Jan 19, 2026 07:23
Key Vote Next Week on Referring Mercosur Trade Deal to EU Court
It comes after over 100 MEPs proposed a legal review of the agreement.
Jan 17, 2026 08:34
Enterprise Minister says Ireland's position on Mercosur deal is clear
That's despite some Irish MEP's indicating they'll vote in favour of the deal.
Jan 14, 2026 07:41
Sinn Féin motion condemns Ireland's handling of Mercosur negotiations
The party's Agriculture Spokesperson Martin Kenny has accused Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael of trying to 'ride two horses'.
Jan 13, 2026 16:46
Government's approach to Mercosur under fire locally
Jan 12, 2026 13:10Shannonside Newsletter
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