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Friday, 31 January 2025 at 07:20

The deal poses potential loss of €55m per year for Ireland.

A Midlands MEP is insisting on an assessment on the impact the Mercosur Deal could have on Ireland.

Ciaran Mullooly first raised the issue in October and is now calling on the EU's Argicultural and Trade Commissioners to address the matter.

The deal would see 99,000 tonnes of tariff free beef entering Europe from South America, causing a potential loss of €55m per year for Ireland.

The Independent Ireland rep says the concerns of Irish farmers need to be addressed:

Carlow Man Dies In Workplace Accident
Details Announced For Next Public Sector Pay Strike

Rallies will take place nationally from midday, including one in Tullamore.
Offaly TD Slams Lack Of Answers From HSE On Midlands Hospice

Deputy Tony McCormack says the project costs for the facility in Tullamore has risen.
Two People Taken To Hospital Following Midlands Crash

The single vehicle incident occurred around 1.30am.
Acting Media Minister Promises Enforcement Of Reforms At State Broadcaster

Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath Peter Burke says he'll oversee the changes while taking temporary charge of the portfolio.
Trade Union Movement "Too Quiet For Far Too Long" - Forsa Rep

Tullamore is set to host the public sector rally next week for the Midlands region during a second strike.
Man Dies In Workplace Accident

It took place at Netwatch Cullen Park in Carlow at half past 10 this morning.
Fleadh Cheoil Needs More Recognition - Westmeath Councillor

Councillor Denis Leonard believes the origins of the Fleadh Cheoil deserve the same recognition.

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