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European Parliament Fisheries Committee to Visit Cork - Ni Riada

Representatives from the European Parliament’s Fisheries Committee are to visit Cork next week.

It is in a bid to hear first hand the concerns of those in the local fishing industry.

Sinn Fein MEP, Liadh Ni Riada says, quotas, the management of stock after Brexit and enforcement are just some of the issues fishermen want addressed.

The Ireland South MEP is welcoming the decision of the Committee to visit Cork:

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Dur: 37’

Interview - Mairead Mc Guinness on State of the Union Tax Policy Suggestions

Vice President of the European Parliament Mairead McGuinness MEP discusses with Irish jounalist Eamonn Torsney comments made by the President of the EU Commission, on increasing the number of issues in relation to tax that would require qualified majority voting.

Jean-Claude Juncker made the remarks in the State of the Union address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

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Dur: 1” 38’

Interview - Marian Harkin Discusses Need for New Digital Copyright Rules

Marian Harkin MEP discussing the decision by the European Parliament to back new digital copyright rules with Irish Journalist Eamonn Torsney.

The decision would mean tech giants must pay for the work of artists and journalists which they use.

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Dur: 5”29’

Irish Government EU Tax Stance Consistent - Mc Guinness

The Irish Government will continue to insist decisions on tax remain with EU member states. That’s the view of Fine Gael MEP Mairead McGuinness, after the President of the European Commission suggested qualified voting should be introduced on some tax issues.

Jean-Claude Juncker make the remarks in the State of the Union address in the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

Vice President of the European Parliament, Mairead Mc Guinness believes the Irish government approach to the issue will remain consistent.

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Dur: 33’

European Parliament Backs New Digital Copyright Rules - Harkin

Controversial new rules on digital copyright have been backed by members of the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

They are aimed at ensuring musicians, artists and authors receive payment by online platforms that host their work.

The move sparked a Europe wide debate on freedom of expression, with critics concerned everyday use of the internet could be impacted.

Independent MEP for Midlands North-West, Marian Harkin, says existing copyright rules are not effective:

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Dur: 30’ 

MEPs Back Digital Copyright Rules - Harkin

MEPs have backed new rules governing digital copyright.

The controversial measure sparked debate across Europe over freedom of expression online.

However, many musicians and creators have been campaigning for new regulations on how material is used by the global tech giants.

They called for a mechanism to ensure payment for the use of material subject to copyright.

Independent MEP for Midlands North-West, Marian Harkin, voted for the new measures and says many of the tech firms make substantial profits because of the work of creators:

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Dur: 33' 

Changes to EU Voting on Tax Issues Unlikely to Win Support - McGuinness

An Irish MEP believes there would not be enough support among member states to change EU voting rules on tax.

The suggestion was made in a State of the Union address by the EU Commission President at the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

Jean-Claude Juncker believes qualified majority voting should replace unanimity on some tax issues.

That raises the prospect of the end of the Irish veto in relation to tax decisions.

Vice President of the European Parliament and Fine Gael MEP for Midlands North-West, Mairead McGuinness, believes such an initiative will not get the backing of member states:

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Dur: 27'

Work Continues on Finding Practical Solution to post-Brexit Border - Kelly

The President of the EU Commission has warned the British Government, that a country leaving the European Union is no longer part of the single market and “ certainly not in the parts" it chooses.

Jean-Claude Juncker made his comments in a wide ranging State of the Union address at the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

Dealing with Brexit, he re-iterated the strong support for Ireland in the EU and said the other member states would always show loyalty and solidarity when it comes to the Irish border.

Ireland South MEP Sean Kelly says work on finding a practical solution to the border is continuing:

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Dur: 36'

Sinn Fein MEP Will Wait for Outcome of Party Deliberations on Presidential Candidate

Ireland South MEP, Liadh Ni Riada says she is waiting for the outcome of the process to select a Sinn Fein Presidential candidate.

The Party’s Ard Comhairle will meet this weekend to decide on a the person who will contest the election for President next month.

Liadh Ni Riada had this to say on whether she would be happy for her name to be put forward for consideration:

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Dur: 15'

Sinn Fein MEP Honoured to be Considered Possible Presidential Candidate

Sinn Fein MEP, Liadh Ni Riada says it is an honour and humbling that people would consider her a possible candidate to run for the office of Presidency.

The party’s Ard Cohairle meets on Sunday to decide on the person they want to contest the Presidential election next month.

The Ireland South MEP has been tipped to be the likely Sinn Fein candidate.

Speaking today in Strasbourg, Liadh Ni Riada insists the party has to go through a process before a final decision is made:

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Dur: 30'