It comes in Brussels in the face of the Mercosur deal.
A midlands MEP is insisting Ireland's farming sector cannot be a 'sacraficial lamb' for Europe's car manufacturing industry.
Barry Cowen is defending the Irish agricultural sector in Brussels in the face of the Mercosur deal.
The agreement could see 99,000 tonnes of tariff free beef imported to the EU from countries in South America.
Fianna Fáil's Barry Cowen says it is crucial any deal would prioritise the interests of Irish agriculture:
Westmeath Restaurant Owner Pleads Guilty To €3m Arson Incident
The plea comes after a protracted period of time in producing the case's book of evidence.
RTÉ Faces Fresh Payments Scandal As NUJ Calls For Transparency
A new RTÉ report reveals eight irregular payments of between €10,000 and €30,000.
Offaly TD Backs Micheál Martin Despite Party Leadership Pressure
There is growing pressure for the Taoiseach to step down as Fianna Fáil leader.
Midlands MEP Calls For EU Action To Slash Energy Prices
Ciaran Mullooly wants the EU to launch a supergrid linking cheaper electricity to Ireland.
Midlands Towns Improve Scores In Tidy Towns Competition
Scoil Mhuire in Abbeyleix was one of the big winners, taking home the Tiny Tidy Towns Schools Award.
Judge Set To Issue Final Instructions For Jury On €8.4m Midlands Cocaine Case
44-year-old Michal Luczak is pleading not guilty to unlawful possession of cocaine.
Planning Permission Lodged For Flood Relief Scheme In Laois
Laois County Council are seeking approval from An Coimisiun Pleanala for the project.
NUJ Criticises Potential Policing Committee Media Ban
The Government are advising restrictions on reporting for the new Local Community Safety Partnerships.
New Westmeath Library Opens Its Doors Today
The new library is part of a community education initiative taking place in the county.
Puska Brother Attacked In Prison
Reports indicate Marek Puska has been hospitalised with serious injuries.
Enterprise Department Confirms Over 80 Westmeath Jobs At Risk
The Department says they have been made aware of the 86 jobs at risk in Circana in Athlone.
Offaly Teacher Pays Tribute To Colleagues After Winning STEM Award
Sindy Meleady and Aisling Burke from Tullamore's Sacred Heart School have picked up a STEM Mentor Award.
Asthma Society of Ireland Hold Workshop In Laois This Weekend
"Time to Talk about Asthma" takes place in Laois Leisure Portlaoise tomorrow.
Laois TD Calls For Shorter Ambulance Deployment Distance
Brian Stanley says only having one ambulance on call in Laois is concerning.
Uisce Eireann Publish Shannon Pipeline Consultation Submissions Report
120 submissions have been made on the €6 billion project.
70% Of Farming Families Lack Succession Plan
Anew survey by Irish Country Living and IFAC also shows 61% of men farm compared to 28% of women.
Mental Health Charity Triple Counselling Sessions After Citywest Protests
CEO of Turn2Me Tullamore's Fiona O'Malley says such events can cause anxiety in communities.
Westmeath Library To Close For Three Months From Today
The library will re open on January 19th.
Drug Usage On The Rise In The Midlands
There's been an increase in problem drug use since 2017.
Over 80 Jobs At Risk In Westmeath Tech Plant
Circana in Athlone has reportedly notified staff of its intention to cut jobs.
