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CETA deal pushed by multi-nationals & lobbyists – Carthy

The EU-Canada Trade Deal known as CETA is a flawed deal that will negatively impact on Irish farmers, the Irish economy and the democratic system. That’s the grim prognosis of the Sinn Fein MEP Matt Carthy. He was speaking in the European Parliament in Strasbourg which today voted in favour of the landmark Comprehensive and Economic Trade Agreement. The deal will remove most tariffs on goods and services between Canada and the EU. Supporters of CETA say it will boost EU economies and create jobs. However, Matt Carthy says he’s very disappointed the deal was passed by MEPs.

Out words: judicial systems

Dur: 00:21

CETA deal ‘enormous potential’ – Clune

The majority of MEPs today voted in favour of the EU-Canada Trade deal known as CETA. The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement will remove most tariffs between the EU and Canada and supporters of it say it will provide substantial trading opportunities between the two blocs. Those against the deal have warned it will be bad for workers, the environment, the food industry and other sectors of society. However, the Fine Gael MEP Deirdre Clune says the CETA deal provides ‘enormous potential’ for Ireland.

Out words: the UK

Dur: 00:37

MEPs vote for EU-Canada trade deal CETA – Carthy

The European Parliament has today voted in favour of the EU-Canada Trade deal known as CETA. Four hundred and eight (408) MEPs backed the controversial deal while two hundred and fifty four (254) voted against it. Those in favour of it say it will boost EU economies and provide much needed trading opportunities with Canada. Critics of the CETA deal say it’s bad for workers, the environment and the food industry. And they argue it favours big corporations. The Sinn Fein MEP Matt Carthy voted against the deal.

Out words: as possible

Dur: 00:35

EU-Canada trade deal passed by European Parliament – Clune

The European Parliament has voted in favour of the EU-Canada trade deal known as CETA. The majority of MEPs voted for the landmark deal that’s been nearly eight years in the making. It aims to increase goods and services trade and investment flows between the two trading blocs. Those in favour of it say it will boost EU economies and provide much needed jobs. Critics of the CETA deal say it’s bad for workers, the environment and the food industry. And they argue it favours big corporations. The Fine Gael MEP Deirdre Clune believes it will be good for Irish businesses.

Out words: in Canada

Dur: 00:40

MEPs to vote on EU-Canada Trade Deal CETA - Carthy

The European Parliament will today vote on the EU-Canada Trade deal known as CETA. This morning MEPs debated the pros and cons of the Comprehensive and Economic Trade Agreement. Those in favour of it say it will be open up positive trade opportunities with Canada and boost EU economies. Those against it say it’s bad for workers, the environment and the agricultural industry and that it favours big corporations. The Sinn Fein MEP Matt Carthy has long been against the CETA deal which is expected to be endorsed by the majority of MEPs.

Out words: of them  

Dur: 00:40

European Parliament to vote on CETA deal today – Kelly

The European Parliament will today vote on the EU-Canada trade deal known as CETA. The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement will remove tariffs on most goods and services between the EU and Canada. Critics of the deal say it will increase inequalities between the rich and poor and that it gives too much power to big corporations. However, those in favour of it argue it will bring much needed trade to EU Countries. The Fine Gael MEP Sean Kelly believes the deal will be good for Ireland.

Out words: not true

Dur: 00:27

Culture of bad practice & secrecy behind McCabe case – Hayes

The Fine Gael MEP Brian Hayes says the Government could have handled the McCabe case a lot better. And the Dublin MEP says that a public inquiry will have to be held to get behind the smear allegations made against Sergeant Maurice McCabe and his family. Mr Hayes was speaking in the European Parliament in Strasbourg where today an overwhelming majority of MEPs called for EU-wide protection for whistle-blowers protecting the EU's financial interests. 

Out words: story itself

Dur: 00:33

Super Trawlers should be subject to on-going scrutiny – Ni Riada

The Sinn Fein MEP Liadh Ni Riada is calling for increased scrutiny of super trawlers around Irish waters. The Ireland South MEP says independent observers should be present on board these massive boats to inspect their activities. She says the current system of inspection by the Irish Navy and the Sea Fishing Protection Authority, the SFPA is inadequate when it comes to super trawlers.

Out words: as well

Dur: 00:42

MEP calls for independent observers on Super Trawlers

Super Trawlers should be subject to inspection by independent observers for periods of three months at a time. That’s the call being made by the Sinn Fein MEP Liadh Ni Riada. She says the current inspection system is inadequate and that it’s impossible for the Irish coast guards to properly monitor what damage Super Trawlers may be doing around Irish waters.

Out words: disparity there

Dur: 00:40

Wicklow secures big European political meeting

It’s been revealed today that the European Parliament’s biggest political group will hold one of its major annual meetings in Wicklow. The Fine Gael MEP Sean Kelly confirmed that the European People’s Party, which Fine Gael is a member of, will host the party’s bureau meeting in Wicklow in May. The Ireland South MEP says it’s likely the meeting will take place in the Druid’s Glen and that it will happen at a pivotal time in European politics.

Out words: to Ireland

Dur: 00:35