Published: Fri, 29 March 2024
As the agricultural community faces the challenges brought on by an extended and harsh winter, Sean Kelly, MEP for Ireland South, supports the need for the implementation of a comprehensive fodder support scheme. “In light of the exceptionally long and wet winter that has burdened our farmers, it is imperative that we prioritize their well-being […]
Published: Fri, 22 March 2024
Dublin, Ireland – Sean Kelly MEP, lead negotiator for the European Parliament’s biggest political group on the Buildings Directive, emphasised the critical role of the financial sector in incentivising renovations to achieve energy efficiency goals. Speaking at the “Energy Efficient Buildings – Reaching National and European Goals” event hosted by Banking & Payments Federation Ireland, […]
Published: Fri, 15 March 2024
In a recent address from the European Parliament in Strasbourg, Seán Kelly, Member of the European Parliament for Ireland South, emphasised the invaluable contributions that older people make to society. Speaking in the debate on “Healthy lifestyle and active ageing in the EU,” Kelly drew attention to the concept of “ikigai,” which defines older people’s […]
Published: Thu, 14 March 2024
Sean Kelly, First Vice Chair of the PPA and MEP for Ireland South, has expressed disappointment over the cancellation of the EU-UK Parliamentary Partnership Assembly (PPA). Scheduled to convene next Monday and Tuesday in the European Parliament, the Assembly aimed to foster dialogue and collaboration between members of the UK Parliament and the European Parliament. […]
Published: Wed, 13 March 2024
Speaking from the European Parliament in Strasbourg, Sean Kelly, MEP for Ireland South, addressed President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, calling for greater urgency in addressing the pressing issues plaguing the agriculture sector. “In the upcoming Council meeting, leaders will deliberate on the challenges confronting our agriculture sector, and I cannot overstate […]