Ciaran Mullooly met with François Bayrou who said he's backing the deal.
A Midlands MEP has the backing of the French Prime Minister in opposition to the Mercosur trade deal.
Ciaran Mullooly met with François Bayrou, whose future in the role is in doubt, ahead of a confidence vote this evening.
France’s committed to resist the agreement in both the European Parliament and the upcoming EU Council of Trade Ministers.
The Independent Ireland rep warned the deal would devastate Irish beef and white meat sectors.
He says France can rally Italy to support Irish farmers:
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