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When people think about European policymaking, they often picture Brussels. But some of the most important conversations influencing Europe’s policies on women’s health, finance, business and equality should be happening much closer to home - here in Galway.

The EU must introduce a European-wide ban on dangerous conversion therapy practices that are still taking place today, a Fine Gael MEP has said.

Nina Carberry, MEP for Ireland’s Midlands North West and member of the European Parliament’s Budget Committee, is calling for greater EU investment in skills development. She argues this is key to maintaining Europe’s economic strength. Carberry is pushing for the establishment of a new Intergroup in the European Parliament focused on education and skills, aimed at boosting Europe’s competitiveness.

The extension of free primary school books for school children from September is a great boost for families across the Midlands-North West, Fine Gael MEP Maria Walsh has said.

Ireland must be more proactive when it comes to protecting our children and young people, according to Midlands-North West MEP Maria Walsh.

HopeSpace, Galway’s children’s grief service, is running a series of free public talks for parents, teachers, and all who support young people impacted by grief.

“It’s time to turn up the heat at both an Irish and European level and give firefighters the protection, working conditions and compensation they deserve,” the message delivered by Midlands-North-West MEP, Maria Walsh, when she met with her colleagues on the Committee on Employment and Social Affairs (EMPL) in the European Parliament this week.

The European Green Deal, according to Walsh, will enable businesses to transform themselves for a low carbon and sustainable future.

Fine Gael MEP Maria Walsh has travelled to Hungary today to take part in this weekend’s Budapest Pride march. MEP Walsh has been outspoken about the continuous anti-LGBTI+ law adaptations in Hungary since taking office in the Parliament in 2019.