News - EU
Food safeguards could kick-in prior to Mercusor deal
Under Mercosur, the EU would grant a quota of 99,000 tonnes of beef per year.
Dec 2, 2025 13:49
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
Donald Trump announces 30 per cent tariffs on the EU
European negotiators have been scrambling to reach an agreement with the Trump administration before then, to avoid taxes being placed on goods being sold in the US.
Jul 12, 2025 15:08
Fears mount of trade war between EU and US
The EU's trade commissioner says it will secure a deal guided by "mutual respect, not threats" - but will defend its interests if needed.
May 25, 2025 08:02
US President promises deal will be reached on tariffs with EU
Donald Trump brought in a 20 per cent trade tax earlier this month, however they were paused for 90 days to give Europe and the US a chance to negotiate.
Apr 18, 2025 08:26
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
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 doesn't believe companies will leave the region due to tariffs
Goods from Ireland and the EU will be hit with 20% tariffs from next week.
Apr 3, 2025 07:43
Brady calls on Agriculture Minister to simplify farm support schemes
The newly elected Senator says that farmers are spending huge amounts of time and effort in keeping up with the current requirements.
Mar 20, 2025 17:06
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
MEP calls on Taoiseach to clarify Nature Restoration funding concerns
It emerged this week that there's no dedicated budget to compensate farmers affected by the controversial law.
Nov 6, 2024 17:19
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
LISTEN: Luke "Ming" Flanagan tops Midlands Northwest poll
Flanagan recieved 78,214 votes
Jun 10, 2024 23:24
Castlerea political activist rules herself out of local elections
However, this week she confirmed she was ruling herself out of June's elections due to college work and her father's European elections campaign.
May 19, 2024 12:09Shannonside Newsletter
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