News - Vote

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

Independent Ireland TD Michael Fitzmaurice is making the demand, after the vote on the deal was postponed until January.

Dec 20, 2025 08:33

Over 250,000 people in the Shannonside constituencies are eligible to vote - with polling stations open from 7am to 10pm.

Oct 23, 2025 17:30

Part of the town's public realm enhancement works, it was erected at a cost of €1.4 million last year.

Jun 1, 2025 14:05

The Fórsa trade union, which represents staff, says it will strongly recommend that these proposals are accepted by members.

Dec 16, 2024 13:38

The process wasn't completed until 5 o'clock this morning

Jun 9, 2024 10:10

Both exceeded the quota of 944 with O'Rourke receiving 1434 and McGloin receiving 1033.

Jun 8, 2024 22:18

Voters are reminded that they don't require a polling card to vote but they must been on the register and have ID with them.

Jun 6, 2024 18:03

A stamped ballot will be provided by polling officials, containing short instructions on how to vote and details of the referendum proposals.

Mar 8, 2024 08:12

MEP Maria Walsh says she like many others believe that while the proposal still has major flaws, it couldn't be rejected outright.

Jul 12, 2023 13:42

A Sinn Fein motion to extend the ban is to be discussed tomorrow

Mar 20, 2023 17:37

The county development plan runs from now until 2029

Feb 8, 2023 07:46

Member of the public can fill out an online form to register for the first time, or update their details.

Jan 18, 2023 17:10

A number of independent TDs voted with the Government.

Jul 13, 2022 07:39

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