by Deirdre Clune | Oct 4, 2018 | Political News
CO2 emissions from new cars should be cut by 40% by 2030 as MEPs voted on proposals. In addition market uptake of electric and low-emission cars should accelerate as a result of these votes. This is good news for Ireland. In the draft law voted on yesterday, MEPs...
by Deirdre Clune | Jun 11, 2018 | Political News
I have welcomed a comprehensive reform package for transport workers which has been approved by the European Parliament. They include better working conditions for drivers, including clarifications on minimum wage and rest. The amendments approved by the Transport...
by Deirdre Clune | Jun 7, 2018 | Political News
A scheme has been announced this morning which will offer 140 free Inter Rail tickets to 18 years olds across Ireland. The aim of scheme is to get young people interested in Europe and help young Irish people learn about and see other EU countries. This is a fantastic...
by Deirdre Clune | Jun 7, 2018 | Political News
As more people head to the beach this summer it is important that you take care of the oceans and make sure they stay clean. Ireland led the way with the plastic bag tax and now we can do more with deposit on return schemes for plastic bottles, banning once off...
by Deirdre Clune | Jun 1, 2018 | Political News
Businesses in Munster and especially, Cork are suffering as vital links to top international hub, Amsterdam remain cut. Inward tourism in Cork and Munster will also suffer as Amsterdam provides a vital link to transatlantic routes for Cork travellers. Aer Lingus has...