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Government will scrutinise Mercosur deal “very closely”– McConalogue

The text and details of the Mercosur trade deal will be examined carefully by the government before it decides what position it will take on the agreement. That’s according to Minister Charlie MCCONALOGUE who was speaking in Brussels this morning where he’s attending an Agriculture and Fisheries Council meeting.

His comments follow last Friday’s political agreement that was reached between the EU and the Mercosur countries on a free trade deal.

Out words: to it

Dur: 00:17

Galway wool co-op wins highly commended EU prize

An innovative virtual cooperative that aims to restore “the cultural integrity” of native Irish wool has won a highly commended prize from the EU. The Galway wool co-op was runner up in one of the categories of the EU’s  Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards (ARIA).  The event honours green, socially inclusive and innovative Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) projects implemented at local level.

Well the co.founder of the Galway Wool co-op is Blatnaid Gallagher. She gave her reaction to winning the award.  

Out words: forms of industry

Dur: 00:27

EU award for Galway Wool Co-op

An Irish wool co-operative that’s owned and run by farmers has just won an EU prize for its contribution to the social fabric of rural areas. The Galway Wool Co-op was runner up in one of the EU’s  Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards (ARIA) categories.  

It was set up to restore the “cultural integrity” of native Irish wool and to establish niche market opportunities domestically and internationally for the wool. The Co.founder of the Galway Wool Co-op is Blatnaid Gallagher. She explained more about the project.

Out words: the industry

Dur: 00:20

EU calls for more “robust efforts” to tackle cardiovascular diseases

The EU is calling for more “robust efforts” to help prevent cardiovascular diseases which are the leading cause of death in the EU. Today the new European Commissioner for Health (and Animal Welfare) says the EU will develop new plans to improve cardiovascular health in the bloc. Olivér VÁRHELYI was speaking in Brussels following a meeting of EU ministers there.

Out words: health risks

Dur: 00:31

EU “gravely concerned” about Israel UNRWA ban – EU Ferreira

EU Commissioner Elisa Ferreira today called on Israel to stop attacks on the United Nations and to allow the UN relief agency, UNRWA to continue its work providing humanitarian assistance to Palestinians.

Last month members of the Israeli parliament voted to ban UNRWA from operating in Israel which would include occupied Palestinian territories. The ban is to come into force within ninety days of the vote. Speaking in the European Parliament in Strasbourg today, Commissioner Ferreira said the vision of a rules-based global order has to be defended.  

Out words: must stop

Dur: 00:23

EU calls for respect & implementation of ICC arrest warrants

The EU must uphold multilateral order and respect and implement the decisions of the International Criminal Court. That’s the warning from EU Commissioner Elisa Ferreira who was speaking in the European Parliament in Strasbourg this afternoon. Commissioner Ferreira referred to last week’s ICC ruling calling for the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. The ICC also issued an arrest warrant for a Hamas commander. 

Commissioner Ferreira called for EU unity during her address to the MEPs.  

Out words: Criminal Court

Dur: 00:30

EU foreign policy chief applauds Biden Russian move – Borrell

The EU’s foreign policy chief this morning praised US President Joe Biden’s decision to allow Ukraine to use US-made long-range missiles for strikes inside Russia. Josep Borrell made the comments in Brussels where EU Foreign ministers will today discuss how the EU can continue to support Ukraine. Mr Borrell said the move was “very good news” for the Ukrainians.

Out words: the Ukrainians

Dur: 00:19

Von der Leyen vows “to stand by” Ukraine 1000 days on

The President of the European Commission is vowing to continue supporting Ukraine in its war against Russia. Ursula von der Leyen made the comments in a video address to mark the one thousandth (1000^th) day of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Out words: and destruction

Dur: 00:40

EU facing “completely different” US political landscape – Borrell

EU Foreign ministers will discuss the outcome of the US presidential elections during meetings today in Brussels. The war in Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East are also on the agenda. The EU’s Foreign Policy Chief, Josep Borrell this morning had this to say about the outcome of the US elections.

Out words: US decisions

Dur: 00:12

EU forecasts Irish economic fall and rebound

Ireland will record negative economic growth this year, according to the latest economic forecast from the EU. The European Commission Autumn Forecast estimates that Ireland’s GDP will fall by 0.5 percent this year before returning with 4 percent growth next year. The EU says the contraction is a result of multinationals pulling back. Across the European Union, the report predicts low growth for the coming years. The European Economy Commissioner, Paolo Gentiloni, presented the outlook in Brussels this morning,

 

Out words: Subdued pace

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