Agriculture Minister must stop dragging his heels on new Vet School for the West – MEP Maria Walsh
Immediate action needed from Minister McConalogue on delivery of urgent new ATU Veterinary Medicine programme to benefit the West, according to Walsh MEP Maria Walsh is calling on the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue, to “stop dragging his heels” on the decision for a new veterinary school in the West of […]
Deal Reached On EU Pay Transparency Rules – MEP Maria Walsh
Midlands-North-West MEP Maria Walsh, in her position as a negotiator for the Employment & Social Affairs Committee in the European Parliament has today reached an agreement with EU countries to introduce binding pay-transparency measures. The pay gap between men and women within the EU currently stands at 13% according to the latest Eurostat findings. Even […]
Urgent need for policy reform on garda uniform amid recruitment crisis – MEP Maria Walsh
With Garda recruitment numbers well below target, we should not be wasting time discussing tattoos, according to the Midlands-North-West MEP There is an urgent need for policy reform around Garda uniforms, and with recruitment numbers well below target this year, we should not be wasting time discussing the pros and cons of tattoos. That is […]
Well known Fine Gael stalwarts recognised for lifetime dedication to Party in North Galway
Seven decades of service to Fine Gael sees local duo acknowledged and applauded, with surprise presentation by An Taoiseach in Headford Two of Galway’s finest Fine Gael stalwarts have been recognised for their outstanding service to the Party. Caherlistrane’s Kevin McHugh and Paddy Fahy from Headford were applauded and congratulated for their dedication to Fine […]
Education is key to the future of agriculture and farming in rural Ireland – MEP Maria Walsh
Farming must be presented as a viable and attractive career to encourage more young people to get involved Education is key to the future of agriculture and farming in rural Ireland. That was the message delivered by MEP Maria Walsh, when she addressed graduates of the Teagasc Green Certificate in Balla Community Centre on Friday […]
Irish Government must negotiate for dedicated funds for farmers to make Nature Restoration a realistic possibility – MEP Maria Walsh
Release Date: Wednesday, July 12th, 2023 PRESS RELEASE Irish Government must negotiate for dedicated funds for farmers to make Nature Restoration a realistic possibility – MEP Maria Walsh MEP Walsh will vote against the EPP Group in Parliament today, believing it vital that the text is kept alive to safeguard farming and rural communities across […]
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 […]
