by Deirdre Clune | Jul 7, 2021 | Political News
Plastic straws, cotton bud sticks and plastic cutlery banned as part of EU Directive Irish beaches and seas can expect to become cleaner as single use plastic items are banned in Ireland. There are also new regulations planned for balloon, crisp and wet-wipe...
by Deirdre Clune | Jul 7, 2021 | Political News
Zenith Energy and EI-H2 have announced plans for a joint venture to develop a 3.2 gigawatt (GW) green energy facility at Bantry Bay to produce green hydrogen and green ammonia. The project will involve the engagement of key stakeholders in conducting a detailed...
by Deirdre Clune | Jun 30, 2021 | Political News
The Environment and Public Health Committee of the European Parliament has proposed to boost the mandate of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). This is in direct response to the pandemic to strengthen the remit of the ECDC. As...
by Deirdre Clune | Jun 29, 2021 | Political News
The European Commission has announced plans to build a new Joint Cyber Unit to help combat the growing number of serious cyber incidents. A joint approach to this growing problem is required, according to Ireland South MEP Deirdre Clune who has welcomed the...
by Deirdre Clune | Jun 24, 2021 | Political News
All Member States, including Ireland must “step up” and work towards new climate targets set by the EU. The European Parliament has today voted to adopt the new EU Climate Law. They are calling for ambitious 2030 and 2040 emissions reduction targets. The...
by Deirdre Clune | Jun 23, 2021 | Political News
Ireland South MEP Deirdre Clune said that we must ensure that we have better regulatory approval procedures in place to allow for COVID-19 vaccines that are adapted to new variants. MEP Clune said by adopting quicker procedures similar to authorisations for...
