Why I’m Voting YES for the Nature Restoration Law
What is the Nature Restoration Law? The European Commission proposed the Nature Restoration Law, new legislation to restore biodiversity loss across the European Union. It is the first continent-wide, comprehensive law of its kind and feeds into the EU Biodiversity Strategy. This Law calls for binding measures to restore degraded ecosystems, restore and store carbon, […]
New Roscommon Gallery will inspire the next generation of artists from across the region – MEP Maria Walsh
Officially opening Anam Gallery on Saturday, MEP Walsh commended Rita Oates for gifting a space where significant work from Roscommon creators can be appreciated Renowned contemporary Roscommon artist Rita Oates has been lauded for developing a new and exciting gallery space in the county town. Anam Gallery was officially opened by MEP Maria Walsh on […]
Government must acknowledge changes needed in our healthcare services and policies around mental health – MEP Maria Walsh
The time for small talk is over: policy and policy makers must be kept in line with the urgency of mental health and Ireland’s silent pandemic The Government must acknowledge the changes we need in our healthcare services and policies in all sectors if we are to truly care for, protect and discuss the mental […]
Gender based abuse and harassment is an increasing barrier to women’s political participation – MEP Maria Walsh
Speaking at this afternoon’s ‘Different Perspectives’ event organized by Ibec, MEP Walsh said gender quotas should be extended to local elections It is crucial that women are placed as candidates in winnable seats, and with adequate time and resources to plan and run successful election campaigns. That was the message delivered by MEP Maria Walsh […]
Killeshandra Camino Walk serves to showcase Cavan as premier walking destination – MEP Maria Walsh
The Midlands-North-West MEP was among hundreds to take part in Saturday’s Camino Walk, heaping high praise on the organisers and many volunteers CAVAN: The Killeshandra Camino Walk serves to showcase Cavan in all its beauty and has succeeded in establishing the area as a premier walking destination. That is the view of MEP Maria Walsh, […]
Ireland’s SMEs can lead the climate revolution by embracing greener economy – MEP Maria Walsh
The European Green Deal, according to Walsh, will enable businesses to transform themselves for a low carbon and sustainable future Ireland’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have the opportunity to embrace a greener economy and be at the forefront of the climate revolution. That was the message delivered by Midlands-North-West MEP Maria Walsh, when she […]
Addressing suicidal ideation among farming community is just as important as physical farm safety – MEP Walsh
Ireland and Europe must introduce a mental health strategy for the farming community to address the silent pandemic, with almost a quarter of Irish farmers at risk of suicide IRELAND: Ireland must introduce a specific mental health strategy to address the silent pandemic that is casting a shadow across the farming community in rural Ireland. […]
Care sector must be at the centre of a sustainable future economy – MEP Maria Walsh
Speaking at the Beyond Growth 2023 Conference, MEP Walsh called for a social conversation on the future of the care sector, with investment needed to guarantee fair employment and working opportunities IRELAND: The care sector must be at the centre of a sustainable future economy, both here in Ireland and indeed all across the European […]
Coco’s Law must be extended as Europe urged to follow Ireland’s lead in tackling cyberbullying – MEP Maria Walsh
Online bullying will not stop without legal consequences and EU legislation cannot wait, according to MEP Walsh Ireland has led the way in the fight against cyberbullying, and the introduction of EU-wide legislation to tackle cyber violence and cyberbullying cannot wait any longer. That is the view of Midlands-North-West MEP Maria Walsh, who believes online bullying […]
MEP Walsh promises to deliver as North & Western Regional Assembly seek meeting with Leo Varadkar
Discussing challenges and opportunities with regional representatives, Walsh pledged to ensure that both the Taoiseach and the European Commision Vice President would meet with the group and listen to their concerns A meeting between the Taoiseach and the North & Western Regional Assembly (NWRA) is expected to be confirmed in the coming weeks, following a […]