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EU committee looks for renewed commitment from Ireland to 15% corporate tax rate

The chairman of an EU tax subcommittee is looking for renewed assurances that Ireland is still committed to a minimum corporate tax rate of 15%, amid lingering concerns from EU institutions about Ireland’s ability to regulate several tech giants ...

18 Sept 2022 at 12:00

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Macra seeks meeting with Green MEP over his letters to banks on livestock loans to farmers

Macra na Feirme has recently written to Green party MEP Ciaran Cuffe requesting a meeting over his letter regarding lending to young farmers for growth in their livestock enterprises. To date, they say no response has been received by Macra na ...

09 Dec 2021 at 17:21

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One plug type for all devices to move a step closer this week

Different phone and tablet chargers will soon be a thing of the past thanks to new EU legislation on the way. By autumn 2024, USB Type-C will become the common charging port for all mobile phones, tablets and cameras, thanks to new EU ...

30 Sept 2022 at 18:23

WARNING: Shoppers reminded of UK customs charges this Black Friday

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WARNING: Shoppers reminded to beware of UK customs charges this Black Friday

Online shoppers hoping to bag a bargain on Black Friday have been warned to be aware of additional postal charges for UK goods. With the UK no longer being part of the EU there are now significant changes for consumer rights when ...

23 Nov 2021 at 10:59

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Young people in Ireland will be celebrated this year as part of European Year of Youth

The EU has dedicated the year 2022 as the year to celebrate young people all across Europe. The pandemic has had a significant negative effect on young people and the European Year of Youth will be a chance to bring their needs ...

09 Jan 2022 at 18:10

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MEP calls for mass twinning campaign between Irish and Palestinian towns

An MEP is calling for a mass twinning campaign between Irish and Palestinian towns. Ireland South MEP Grace O'Sullivan makes the call as Cork County Council considers a motion to build networks with a city in the Occupied ...

04 May 2023 at 10:04

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Leitrim Greens welcome new law

Greens from Leitrim, Sligo, North Roscommon and South Donegal (North West) have welcomed the adoption of the Nature Restoration Law by MEPs in the European Parliament. The law aims to preserve nature across the European ...

15 Jul 2023 at 11:00

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'We should go the full hog' - MEP calls for full ban on disposable vapes

Fianna Fáil MEP, Billy Kelleher has said that the Irish Government should follow the example of the French government, and other EU Member State governments, and completely ban the sale of disposable vapes. “I am aware ...

14 Sept 2023 at 16:33

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'Worry' that ECB rates increase will pile further pressure on mortgage holders

Concerns have been raised that mortgage holders could be facing a further interest rate increase later today, which would be the 10th increase since July of last year. The European Central Bank (ECB) has put up ...

14 Sept 2023 at 10:37

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Irish MEP travels to Palestine as part of European Parliament delegation

An Irish MEP travels to Palestine this week as part of an official European Parliament delegation to the West Bank. MEP for Ireland South, Grace O'Sullivan, will visit the towns of Bethlehem, Hebron and ...

18 Feb 2023 at 15:00

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Former GAA president warns microplastics ban could hit thousands of astro pitches in Ireland

An EU ban on use of microplastics in sports fields would impact up to 2,500 artificial pitches in Ireland alone, according to former GAA President and MEP for Ireland South, Sean Kelly. The MEP has ...

17 May 2023 at 11:50

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Irish MEP Luke 'Ming' Flanagan receives major public support after autism disclosure

After disclosing his autism diagnosis on Autism Awareness Day, Irish MEP, Luke 'Ming' Flanagan, has drawn widespread support and admiration from the public. Mr Flanagan took to social media to ...

03 Apr 2024 at 11:47

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