MEP Maria Walsh says "prevention is better than cure."
"Prevention is better than the cure"
That's Midlands North West MEP Maria Walsh, calling for increased EU funding to address the threat of animal disease on Irish farms.
The Fine Gael MEP submitted amendments in the European Parliament last week, pushing for more funding for small farmers and farm families as part of the EU’s 2026 Budget.
Ms Walsh says funding will ensure rural farming communities are not left behind:
Almost €446,000 Allocated To Midlands Community Centres And Clubhouses
Ballinahown Community Hall received the highest amount in Westmeath.
Two People Killed In Offaly Following Fatal Crash
One person has been killed in the collision.
Midlands Family Takes On Ireland’s Fittest Family Challenge
The series continues this weekend.
5K Fundraiser To Support Motor Neurone Disease Association Takes Place In Westmeath
The event is taking place tomorrow.
No Slowing Down With Age As Westmeath Bowlers Shine At 14th Annual National Bowls Competition
Woman Appears In Court Over €280k Cannabis Seizure In Midlands
20kg of cannabis was discovered in the vehicle on the M7 in Portlaoise.
Status Yellow Fog Warning Issued For Leinster, Munster And Galway
The warning will come into affect tomorrow morning.
Call For More Public Toilets Across The Midlands And Beyond
Nearly 900 public toilet facilities are located throughout the country.
