News - ciaran mullooly
Von der Leyen to sign Mercusor deal this week
The move is prompting fresh criticism, amid claims the agreement is being pushed ahead before a vote in the European Parliament.
Jan 12, 2026 13:08
Large crowds expected to descend on Athlone for anti-Mercosur rally
The event is being organised by Independent Ireland politicians and supported by national farming bodies.
Jan 10, 2026 09:16
Mercosur trade deal approved by EU ambassadors
Ireland, France, Poland, Austria, and Hungary reportedly opposed the deal while Belgium abstained.
Jan 9, 2026 11:09
Mercusor vote to be delayed in 'good news' for Irish farmers
Irish farming organisations are against the deal because of the effect it could have on the beef sector here.
Dec 16, 2025 07:43
Calls to halt livestock moves amid growing bluetongue crisis
More than 40 confirmed cases were found in the Bangor area last week.
Dec 8, 2025 17:53
'Incredible' - widespread illegal access to antibiotics in Brazil
In almost every town the Irish Farmers Journal visited, prescription-only antibiotics were bought over the counter in agricultural supply stores.
Nov 20, 2025 09:04
Controversial Mercusor deal could be 'rushed through' next week - Mullooly
The Mercusor agreement would see beef enter the EU at a much reduced tariff rate, in a blow to Irish farmers.
Nov 19, 2025 09:02
Roscommon landowners angry over flooding near rewetted bogs
Over 50 farmers and landowners attended a meeting in Ballyleague with local public representatives and IFA members.
Oct 7, 2025 17:27
Special event takes place in Rome to commemorate local priest
Father Joseph Mullooly was remembered earlier this evening at a special event led by the European Ambassador to the Holy See, Martin Selmayr.
Sep 12, 2025 17:22
Local MEP calls for new investigation into death of Leitrim man Liam Farrell
It's after the 87-year-old's suspicious death was featured on RTE's Prime Time last night.
Sep 12, 2025 11:22
Shannonside region to benefit from funding boost after EU vote
Midlands Northwest MEP Ciaran Mullooly says the Shannonside region will get a boost from today's developments.
Sep 10, 2025 17:20
Local MEP taking government to task on Mercosur trade deal
The ratification process for the controversial EU - South America deal has been launched today.
Sep 3, 2025 18:13
LISTEN: Over 200 people attend public meeting in Ballinasloe over maternity services
It was agreed a street protest will take place on Saturday, August 16th, in Ballinasloe, in the next part of the campaign.
Aug 5, 2025 23:00
LISTEN: Progress made today in Roscommon land rewetting row
Farmers around Ballyleague and Strokestown are concerned their land will be flooded by the rewetting process.
Jul 31, 2025 16:29Shannonside Newsletter
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