St. Thomas JNS
The pupils from St. Thomas JNS taught us all about Spain in their fun costumes and posters.
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Loreto Primary School
The students of Loreto Primary School taught us all about Estonia in their Acrostic poem.
Gardiner Primary School
In this remarkable project on the Spain, the students of Gardiner Primary School taught us all about Spanish art recreated some of Spain’s most famous art pieces.
NasCSO – Civil Society Roundtable
NasCSO- Civil Society Roundtable 12.00 – 13.30 | Friday, 20 January 2023 | Online In 2021, European Movement Ireland and the European Parliament Liaison Office in Ireland held a series…
The Common Name of the Irishman
Michael Sweetman became the director of the ICEM in 1971. During the campaign to join he advocated that the ICEM were the best qualified to refute statements on why Ireland…
First Irish Presidency
Ireland’s first presidency occurred two years into our membership, in 1974. During this time Ireland hosted the first formal European council where the heads of state and government all met…
Communities Report
In this celebratory edition, the Communities Report looked back at the achievements so far and what was in store for the future. Jean Monnet wrote a piece on the atmosphere…
EU Elections To Watch In 2023
Slowing economic activity, high inflation, energy insecurities and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine look set to dominate any election campaigns this year. In this Just the Facts, we look ahead to…
European of the Year 2023: Registration
Register your interest here in attending European Movement Ireland’s European of the Year Award ceremony for Ms Emer Cooke 5.30pm (drinks reception) | Thursday 16 February 2023 | Royal College…
🔊 EP34 | In Conversation with Neville Keery
FOLLOW US ON SPOTIFY EMI PLAYER In 1972, Ireland voted ‘Yes to Europe’. During that referendum campaign, Neville Keery played a pivotal role. For our first podcast of 2023, European…
Understanding the EEC
As a lack of understanding of the EEC and the consequences of entry was heavily used throughout the campaign not to join, the ICEM released a collection of pamphlets to…
Briefing on the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the EU
Briefing on the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the EU 14.00 – 15.00 | Wednesday, 11 January 2023 | Dublin European Movement Ireland was delighted to host our Briefing…
Calling all Eurobabies born on 1 January 1973 – you share a special birthday!
Ireland marks 50 years of EU membership on 1 January 2023. Dublin, 21 December 2022: European Movement Ireland is calling for babies born on 1st January 1973 who were presented…
Public Opinion
Prior to the referendum, the ICEM and the Irish Students European Association conducted public opinion survey’s. At the time of the survey, the results demonstrated that many voters had not…
St. Brigid’s NS
Oisín McCarthy Curtain from St Brigid’s NS in Castleknock taught us fun facts about Finland during his performance of his original song ‘In Skies of Fire and Ice’.
Ballinspittle NS
The students of Ballinspittle NS took a unique take on teaching us fun facts about France as the performed the French National Anthem using Irish trad instruments.
Corballa NS
In this fun take on exploring Belgium, Jerry from Corballa NS teaches us fun facts about Belgium in stop animation line drawings.
St. Paul’s Community College
To celebrate 50 years of EU membership the students of St. Paul’s Community College interviewed the international students in their schools in their native language.
Beech Hill College
The students from Beech Hill College interviewed staff at their school about the benefits and the affect the EU has brought them in the last 50 years.
Ardscoil na Trionide
The students from Ardscoil na Trionide walked us through the evolution of public opinion of the EU in an innovative fashion with this animation.
50 Steps to 50 Years, 1982-1992
From the end of the marriage bar, the launch Erasmus, to joining the Euro, Ireland’s five-decade membership of the European Union (EU) has been marked by key moments that have…
50 Steps to 50 Years, 1972-1982
From the end of the marriage bar, the launch Erasmus, to joining the Euro, Ireland’s five-decade membership of the European Union (EU) has been marked by key moments that have…
Irish Language Competition
As was evident in the campaign against joining the EEC, the fear of Ireland losing its national identity was very much present. Thus in 1966 the ICEM alongside the Commission…
You and Europe
Throughout the campaign to vote against Irish entry into the EEC their emphasis on the overall lack of awareness surrounding the political, cultural and social implications of Ireland joining the…
The beginning of our journey
The Irish Council of the European Movement was established to raise awareness of the benefits of the European Economic Community. Their aim was to inform the public of European affair…
National Forum on Europe
Beginning in 2006 the National Forum on Europe put together a series of conferences ‘Making the European Union Relevant for Women’ Gender equality and the EU, Equal treatment for men…
Ireland joins the EEC
The result of the vote meant that Irish policies towards Europe were described as more secure and predictable future for Irish civilians. However, John Temple Lang commented the reality then…
Irish as an official language
On the 31st of December 2021, the Irish language was finally granted full official and working status in the EU. When Ireland joined in 1973, only the treaties were translated…
Ireland and the Common Market
The ICEM put together a roadshow of Ireland and the Common Market to raise awareness of the national interest in joining the Common Market. To continue the normality of the…
Irish Council of the European Movement
After Ireland’s entry to the EEC, ICEM’s role slightly shifted. There was still the aim of promoting the benefits of the EEC and raising awareness around the EEC, however, the…
Our First European Parliament Elections
A few words of context The advertisements to vote in the European Parliament elections focused on the European Parliament being perceived as “your WatchDog” that had the power to bark…
Convention on the Future of Europe
Between 2002 and 2003, The Convention of the Future of Europe was brought together to draft a constitution on the enlargement of Europe. Neville Keery, who had been key in…
Our campaign to join the EU
The campaign whether to join the EEC or not was described by Neville Keery as an emotional head on clash between the two sides which resulted in fears that the…
Europe’s Economy in Troubled Times
Europe’s Economy in Troubled Times 14.00 (Dublin) / 15.00 (Berlin) | Monday, 28 November 2022 | Online Online Event European Movement Ireland and the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung hosted an online event, ‘Europe’s…
Energy and the Environment- Sligo
European Commission Energy Roadshow: Energy and the Environment 18.30pm | Tuesday, 22 November 2022 | Atlantic Technological University, Sligo The European Commission Representation in Ireland, in co-operation with European Movement…
What is the EU’s Common European Asylum System?
The Common European Asylum System (CEAS) is the European Union’s framework for asylum seekers. The CEAS sets out common standards and cooperation to ensure that asylum seekers are treated equally…
European Commission SMEDIAs Award Online Workshop
A free workshop for student journalists and all students interested in submitting an entry for the European Commission SMEDIAs Award! 12.00pm | Monday, 21 November 2022 | Online The European…
Denmark: General Election, November 2022
On Tuesday, 1 November, Denmark went to the polls to elect a new government. The Social Democrats, led by Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, was again the largest party elected, with…
EU Digital Developments
Digital Transformation is one of the six priorities of the European Commission for 2019-2024. The European Union’s digital strategy aims to support people and businesses through the transformation, set strong…
EP3 Ireland EU50 Podcast Series – Mary Lou McDonald TD
On 1 January 1973, Ireland officially became a member of the European Economic Community (now the European Union). As we approach the 50th anniversary of this momentous moment in Irish…
Brussels Connection – Ireland EU 50 Celebration
Brussels Connection – Ireland EU 50 Celebration 18.30pm | Wednesday, 16 November 2022 | BSEF, Rue Belliard 40, 1040 Brussels In Person Event Registration is now closed as registrations have…
Energy for the Future – Cork
European Commission Energy Roadshow: Energy for the Future: Renewable, Sustainable, Affordable 12.30pm | Tuesday, 8 November 2022 | University College Cork The European Commission Representation in Ireland, in co-operation with…
What is the European Political Community?
On Thursday, 6 October, over 40 European leaders met at in Prague Castle for the first European Political Community. This meeting of heads of state and government was dominated by…
🔊 EP33 | In Conversation with Helen Dixon, the Data Protection Commissioner for Ireland
FOLLOW US ON SPOTIFY EMI PLAYER In our latest episode of our podcast series Just the Chats, the Data Protection Commissioner for Ireland, Helen Dixon, chats with European Movement Ireland…
The Emergency EU Energy Measures Explained
With the steep increase in energy prices across Europe, the European Union has agreed a package of emergency measures to tackle rising energy costs and reduce bills for consumers. This…
EU50 Live Podcast – Evening with Mary Lou McDonald TD
An Evening with Mary Lou McDonald TD 6.30pm | Tuesday, 25 October 2022 | The Gresham Hotel, Dublin In Person Event European Movement Ireland hosted an Evening with Leader of…
Energy and Rural Communities – Athlone
European Commission Energy Roadshow: Energy and Rural Communities 18.30pm | Monday, 24 October 2022 | Technological University of the Shannon, Athlone The European Commission Representation in Ireland, in co-operation with…
Lativa and Bulgaria: General Election, October 2022
On Saturday, 1 October in Latvia and Sunday, 2 October in Bulgaria, general elections were held. In Latvia, the incumbent centre-right New Unity party led by Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš,…
Europe’s response to energy crisis ‘outstanding’ – CEO Mark Foley says to European Movement Ireland
Ireland’s “existential challenge” has resulted in energy supply shortages – Eirgrid CEO Dublin, 10 October 2022: Ireland has an “existential challenge” in terms of its energy generation capacity, Eirgrid…
🔊 EP32 | In Conversation with Mark Foley, EirGrid CEO
FOLLOW US ON SPOTIFY EMI PLAYER In the latest episode of our Just the Chats series, our CEO, Noelle O Connell, sits down with the Chief Executive of EirGrid, Mark…
Energy and the Economy – Waterford
European Commission Energy Roadshow: Energy and the Economy 12.30pm | Thursday, 13 October 2022 | South East Technological University, Waterford The European Commission Representation in Ireland, in co-operation with European…
Italy: General Election, September 2022
Introduction On Sunday 25 September Italy went to the polls to vote in a snap general election, following the collapse of Mario Draghi’s coalition government in July 2022. The centre-right…
50 Steps to 50 Years: 1993 – 2002
Fifty key moments during Ireland’s five decades in the European Union From the end of the marriage bar, the launch Erasmus, to joining the Euro, Ireland’s five-decade membership of the…
EU must act on reforms outlined by its citizens or ‘erode public trust’
Dublin, 28 September: The EU must act on reforming its policies and institutions as outlined in the findings of a year-long citizens forum across 27 of its member states or…
Press Release | Ireland and the EU Poll – September 2022
3 in 5 people say EU countries should be allowed to delay meeting EU climate targets to deal with current energy crisis costs Dublin, 21 September 2022: Almost three…
Sweden: General Election, September 2022
Introduction On Sunday, 11 September the Swedish electorate went to the polls to elect a new Riksdag. Prime Minister Magdelena Andersson’s centre-left Swedish Social Democratic Party was again the largest…
The State of the European Union 2022
The EU has faced many challenges over the past year including the Russian invasion of Ukraine, a growing energy crisis, the continued effects of climate change and the fallout of…
Irish MEPs and key stakeholders highlight their expectations for 2022 State of the European Union Address
Dublin, 8 September 2022 : The European Parliament Liaison Office in Ireland, European Movement Ireland and the European Commission Representation in Ireland held an online roundtable discussion this morning ahead…
State of the European Union Debate 2022: What will it mean for Ireland?
State of the European Union Debate 2022: What will it mean for Ireland? Roundtable Discussion 10.00am (Dublin) / 11.00am (Brussels) | Thursday, 8 September 2022 | Online Together with the…
An Taoiseach launches MyEU50: The Ireland EU50 Youth Competition
Dublin, 07 September 2022: An Taoiseach Micheál Martin today launched a major competition for young people all across Ireland focused on 50 years of Ireland’s EU membership. A joint initiative…
European Movement Ireland’s AGM 2022
European Movement Ireland’s AGM 2022 6.30pm (Irish Time) | Wednesday, 21 September 2022 | ESB Head Office, 27 Fitzwilliam Street Lower, Dublin, D02 KT92 We are delighted to invite you…
Re-examining the Protocol on Ireland and Northern Ireland in turbulent times
The Withdrawal Agreement concluded between the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) establishes the terms and arrangements of the UK’s withdrawal from the EU, in accordance with Article…
The Common Agricultural Policy at 60
For sixty years the Common Agricultural Policy of the EU has sought to support European farmers by improving their standards of living and the quality of produce. It has also…
Briefing on the Czech Presidency of the Council of the EU
Briefing on the Czech Presidency of the Council of the EU 10.30am (Irish Time) | Wednesday, 13 July 2022 | Department of Foreign Affairs, Iveagh House, 80 St Stephen’s Green,…
Safeguarding Food Security in the EU and Beyond
Safeguarding Food Security in the EU and Beyond 11.00am (Dublin) / 12.00pm (Brussels) | Thursday, 7 July 2022 | Online The European Commission Representation in Ireland, in co-operation with European…
France: Parliamentary Elections 2022
On Sunday 19 June, the French people went to the polls in a second round of parliamentary elections for the National Assembly. Despite President Emmanuel Macron’s liberal coalition remaining the…
Supporting Democracy and Security: The War in Ukraine
Supporting Democracy and Security: The War in Ukraine 9.15am (Dublin) / 10.15am (Berlin) | Wednesday, 22 June 2022 | Online European Movement Ireland and the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung hosted an online event,…
European Movement Ireland Remembers Staines Air Disaster 50 Years On
EM Ireland reflects on 50 years since air crash claimed the life of its former Director, Michael Sweetman As we mark the 50th anniversary of Ireland’s EEC accession referendum which…
Local Dialogue on Youth and Democracy
Local Dialogue on Youth and Democracy | Dublin Date: Thursday, 16 June 2022 Time: 11.00 – 12:30 with Registration & Refreshments from 10.30 Venue: Council Chamber, Dublin City Hall, Dame…
EP2 Ireland EU50 Podcast Series – The Social and Cultural Change
On the 10 May 1972, the people of Ireland emphatically voted yes in a referendum to join the EEC. In this second episode of the Ireland EU50 podcast series, Brigid…
EU Sanctions Against Russia: Update, June 2022
The invasion of Ukraine by Russia on 24 February 2022 resulted in the EU rapidly implementing a significant set of sanctions against Russia. In this Just the Facts, the several…
EU Careers Webinar
EU Careers Webinar 16.00 (Irish Time) / 17.00 (CET) | Tuesday, 7 June 2022 | Online European Movement Ireland in collaboration with EU Career Ambassadors hosted an online EU Careers…
REPowerEU Energy Plan
This Just the Facts examines the REPowerEU energy plan which was presented by the European Commission on 18 May 2022. Forming the basis of the discussion on energy at the…
EM Ireland Chair and CEO meet Maroš Šefčovič in Brussels
18 May 2022: EM Ireland Chair, Julie Sinnamon; CEO, Noelle O Connell and Deputy CEO, Stephen O’Shea met Maroš Šefčovič, Vice President of the European Commission for Interinstitutional Relations and Foresight…
European Movement Ireland calls for European Convention following Conference on Future of Europe
Dublin, 10 May 2022: European Movement Ireland has called for a European Convention as a follow up to the Conference on the Future of Europe which came to a conclusion…
EP1 Ireland EU50 Podcast Series – An Taoiseach Micheál Martin TD
On this day 50 years ago, 10 May 1972, the people of Ireland emphatically voted yes in a referendum to join the EEC. In this first episode of the Ireland EU50 podcast series,…
Europe Day celebrations take place for the Blue Star Programme
Dublin, 9 May 2022: Pupils from St Andrew’s National School, Curragha, Co. Meath paid a visit to Government Buildings today for a Blue Star Programme celebration of Europe Day and…
Tacaíonn 88% de mhuintir na hÉireann le ballraíocht an Aontais Eorpaigh
Aontaíonn 59% gur cheart d’Éirinn a bheith páirteach i mbreis chomhoibriú cosanta agus slándála leis an AE Baile Átha Cliath, 9 Bealtaine 2022: Léirigh torthaí mar chuid d’eagrán speisialta de phobalbhreith…
Press Release | Ireland and the EU Poll – Special Edition: Ireland EU50
88% of people in Ireland support EU membership Dublin, 9 May 2022: A special edition of the annual EM Ireland ‘Ireland and the EU’ Poll, to mark the 50th…
An Taoiseach reflects on 50 years of Ireland’s EU membership at live podcast recording with European Movement Ireland
‘Ireland EU50’ commemorations come at an important time for Ireland’s relationship with the European Union – Taoiseach Micheál Martin TD Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin, 3 May 2022: European Movement Ireland this…
The 2022 Eurovision Song Contest
Forty countries will participate at the Eurovision Song Contest in Turin between 10 – 14 May this year, after rock band Måneskin won for Italy in Rotterdam, the Netherlands in…
An Evening with Taoiseach Micheál Martin TD on Ireland EU50
An Evening with Taoiseach Micheál Martin TD on Ireland EU50 Date: Tuesday, 3 May 2022 Venue: The Shelbourne Hotel European Movement Ireland was delighted to host an evening with European…
50 Steps to 50 Years: 1983-1992
Fifty key moments during Ireland’s five decades in the European Union From the end of the marriage bar, the launch Erasmus, to joining the Euro, Ireland’s five-decade membership of the…
France: Presidential Election, April 2022
Emmanuel Macron was re-elected as President of France on Sunday, 24 April after winning 58.5% of the vote in the second round of the 2022 French presidential election. His re-election…
Slovenia: General Election, April 2022
Slovenia held a general election on Sunday, 24 April to elect members of its parliament, the National Assembly. Provisional results show that the ruling Slovenian Democratic Party, which is led…
Members Roundtable with Commissioner Mairead McGuinness
Members Roundtable with Commissioner Mairead McGuinness Date: Wednesday, 13 April 2022 Venue: European Commission Representation in Ireland, Europe House European Movement Ireland was delighted to host an EMI Corporate Members…
Launch of the 2022 Eurobarometer Report for Ireland
Launch of the 2022 Eurobarometer Report for Ireland 11.00am (Irish Time) / 12.00pm (CET) | Wednesday, 6 April 2022 | Online The European Commission Representation in Ireland, in co-operation with…
Hungary General Election, April 2022
Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz Party won a fourth successive term in office after the Hungarian general election that took place on Sunday, 3 April 2022. In yet another ‘super-majority,’ Fidesz continues…
Malta General Election, April 2022
Malta, the EU’s smallest Member State, held its general election on Saturday, 26 March 2022 to elect 65 members of its House of Representatives. Since gaining independence from the UK…
People in Dublin call for greater proactivity by the EU to support climate refugees and combat disinformation as part of Conference on the Future of Europe
31 March 2022: People in Dublin gathered tonight to discuss and debate issues of importance to them as part of the Conference on the Future of Europe, a Europe-wide initiative…
Ireland’s Conference on the Future of Europe | Dublin
Ireland’s Conference on the Future of Europe | Dublin Date: Thursday, 31 March 2022 Time: 17.30 – 19:30 with Registration & Refreshments from 17.00 Venue: The Hotel Riu Plaza The…
The EU Strategic Compass
This Just the Facts examines the Strategic Compass for Security and Defence which was agreed by EU leaders at the European Council in March 2022. Introduction EU defence cooperation has…
Will Ukraine Join the EU?
In the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Ukraine applied to join the EU. Since it was founded in 1957 the EU has enlarged seven times, growing…
People in Ireland call for better communication of EU policies and for the EU to communicate and share best practices between EU countries
Noelle O Connell highlights key issues from Irish National Report at Conference on the Future of Europe Plenary in Strasbourg 25 March 2022: Noelle O Connell, National Citizen Representative to the…
Statement on Passing of Former Chair, Dr Miriam Hederman O’Brien
Tribute to Honorary President and former Chair of European Movement Ireland Dublin 17 March 2022: European Movement Ireland (EM Ireland) would like to extend its condolences to the family and…
Supporting Democracy: Women in Leadership, Equality and Empowerment in Europe
Supporting Democracy: Women in Leadership, Equality and Empowerment in Europe 10.00am (Dublin) / 11.00am (Berlin) | Monday, 21 March 2022 | Online European Movement Ireland and the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung hosted an…
Importance of gender equality in politics and key role of women in multilateralism highlighted at event hosted by Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung and EM Ireland
For immediate release Dublin, 21 March 2022: Following International Women’s Day 2022 earlier this month, EM Ireland and the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung held an online event today titled, ‘Supporting Democracy: Women in…
In Conversation with Paul Healy, Chief Executive, Skillnet Ireland
In Conversation with Paul Healy, Chief Executive, Skillnet Ireland 11.00am (Irish Time) | Tuesday, 15 March 2022 | Online European Movement Ireland was delighted to host the online event ‘In…
🔊 EP31 | In Conversation with Erwan Fouéré
FOLLOW US ON SPOTIFY EMI PLAYER As we celebrate 50 years since Ireland voted to join the European Communities, we were delighted to be joined by Erwan Fouéré for our…
European Defence Presents Tough Choices for Ireland
Policy never changes in a vacuum. External factors and events are as important as policy makers. This was evident when Ireland changed its position on corporation tax. Global developments presented…
People in Donegal call for EU action on disinformation and equality in health care access across Ireland and the EU as part of Conference on the Future of Europe
10 March 2022: People in Donegal gathered tonight to discuss and debate issues of importance to them as part of the Conference on the Future of Europe, a Europe-wide…
Ireland’s Conference on the Future of Europe | Donegal
Ireland’s Conference on the Future of Europe | Donegal Date: Thursday, 10 March 2022 Time: 18.30 – 20:30 with Registration & Refreshments from 18.00 Venue: The Abbey Hotel, The Diamond,…
🔊 Clár 30 | 2022: Bliain faoi leith don Ghaeilge san Eoraip
FOLLOW US ON SPOTIFY EMI PLAYER Clár speisialta é seo de Just the Chats mar cheiliúradh ar Sheachtain na Gaeilge 2022! Shuigh ár gCeanasaí Cumarsáide agus Oideachais, Lisa Nic an…
EU Sanctions Against Russia
The invasion of Ukraine by Russia on 24 February 2022 resulted in the EU rapidly implementing a significant set of sanctions against Russia. In this Just the Facts, the four…
People in Galway call for unified response to climate change across Europe and equality in the digital transformation
People in Galway gathered on Thursday last to discuss and debate issues of importance to them as part of the Conference on the Future of Europe, a Europe-wide initiative to…
Statement: European Movement International on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
European Movement International: The Ukraine crisis has escalated into a further blatant and unlawful violation of the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine. Russia’s actions, which started with the recognition…
Ireland’s Conference on the Future of Europe | Galway
Ireland’s Conference on the Future of Europe | Galway Date: Thursday, 24 February 2022 Time: 18.30 – 20:30 with Registration & Refreshments from 18.00 Venue: The Galmont Hotel, Lough Atalia…
What is the European Chips Act?
Semiconductor chips are now a vital piece of technology, powering everything from mobile phones, washing machines, to satellites. The ongoing global shortage of chips has exposed how the EU is…
People in Cork call for greater supports for EU education programmes and enhanced EU multilateral engagement
People in Cork gathered this evening to debate issues of importance to them as part of the Conference on the Future of Europe, a Europe-wide initiative to involve people throughout…
Ireland’s Conference on the Future of Europe | Cork
Ireland’s Conference on the Future of Europe | Cork Date: Thursday, 17 February 2022 Time: 18.30 – 20:30 with Registration & Refreshments from 18.00 Venue: Clayton Hotel, Lapp’s Quay, Cork,…
2022 European Year of Youth – Putting Young People in the Spotlight
2022 European Year of Youth – Putting Young People in the Spotlight 11.00am (Irish Time) / 12.00pm (CET) | Wednesday, 16 February 2022 | Online The European Commission Representation in…
Portugal: General Election, January 2022
Antonio Costa’s Socialist Party won an unexpected outright majority in Portugal’s general election on 30 January 2022. The snap election followed a rejection of his minority government’s 2022 budget in…
MEET Project Discussion on Health
Irish people propose increased collaboration and information sharing on health care across the EU as part of discussion on Europe’s future EM Ireland held an online meeting last week with…
EM Ireland CEO and Board Directors meet Taoiseach Micheál Martin TD
Meeting with Taoiseach features discussion on commemorations of 50 years of Ireland’s EU membership and Conference on the Future of Europe European Movement Ireland Board directors, Julie Sinnamon, Catherine Day,…
50 Steps to 50 Years: 1972-1982
Fifty key moments during Ireland’s five decades in the European Union From the end of the marriage bar, the launch Erasmus, to joining the Euro, Ireland’s five-decade membership of the…
Roberta Metsola: Newly Elected European Parliament President
The newly elected President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, has an established career in EU affairs, both for her home country of Malta and more broadly in the EU.…
Briefing on the French Presidency of the Council of the EU
Briefing on the French Presidency of the Council of the EU 11.00am (Irish Time) / 12.00pm (CET) | Wednesday, 19 January 2022 | Online European Movement Ireland hosted our online…
Participants from across Ireland took part in a series of MEET project meetings with EM Ireland
Participants from across Ireland took part in a series of MEET project meetings with European Movement Ireland to discuss the future of Europe For immediate release 22 December 2021: A…
🔊 EP29 | In Conversation with Ivailo Kalfin
In this podcast we sat down with Ivailo Kalfin, Executive Director of Dublin-based EU agency, Eurofound, for a conversation about Eurofound’s work and research in 2021, the impacts of Covid-19…
Ireland and the Conference on the Future of Europe
Ireland and the Conference on the Future of Europe 2.00pm (Irish Time) / 3.00pm (CET) | Monday, 13 December 2021 | Online The European Commission Representation in Ireland, in co-operation…
Conference on the Future of Europe
Conference on the Future of Europe – End of Year Panel Event 15.00 – 17.00 | Tuesday 7 December 2021 | Online We are pleased to invite you to join us…
EM Ireland welcomes Advocate General Opinion on conditionality mechanism to protect EU funds from rule of law breaches
Dublin, 2 Decemeber 2021: European Movement Ireland CEO, Noelle O Connell has welcomed today’s Advocate General Opinion on the conditionality mechanism to protect the EU funds from rule of law…
A Secure Future: Cybersecurity and the EU
Dublin, 25 November 2021: EM Ireland and the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung today held an online discussion entitled, ‘A Secure Future: Cybersecurity and the EU’ to examine the growing importance of cybersecurity across…
A Secure Future: Cybersecurity and the EU
A Secure Future: Cybersecurity and the EU 10.30am (Dublin) / 11.30am (Berlin) | Thursday, 25 November 2021 | Online European Movement Ireland and the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung hosted an online event ‘A…
Bulgarian General Election November 2021
Facing their third general election in 2021, Bulgaria went to the polls on Sunday 14 November to attempt to end the political stalemate that first began with the April election.…
EM Ireland meeting with Maroš Šefčovič – Vital to enhance engagement on issues related to the Protocol across Ireland, North and South
22 November 2021: EM Ireland CEO, Noelle O Connell and Vice-Chair, Jillian van Turnhout today met European Commission Vice President Maroš Šefčovič in Brussels. Speaking after the meeting, Noelle O Connell…
COP26 – A Step In The Right Direction
– ✍️ David Garrahy, Chair of the Brussels Branch of European Movement Ireland. COP26 has just ended and it seems the world has made some commitments on dealing with the…
“Comprehensive response grounded in human rights needed to address Belarus border crisis” – Noelle O Connell
19 November 2021: Speaking after European Movement International discussions on the crisis on the Belarus-EU border, Noelle O Connell, Vice President of EM International and CEO of EM Ireland stated the…
Conference on the Future of Europe – Diversity and Inclusion
Conference on the Future of Europe – Diversity and Inclusion 15.00 – 17.00 | Thursday, 18 November 2021 | Online We are pleased to invite you to join us at…
Reflecting on COP26: What are the next steps?
Reflecting on COP26: What are the next steps? 10.00am (Dublin) / 11.00am (Brussels) | Wednesday, 17 November 2021 | Online The European Commission Representation in Ireland, in co-operation with European…
Agreement on international corporate taxation reform “allows Ireland to ensure we will remain competitive into the future”
Minister Paschal Donohoe comments on corporate tax reform agreement at BDO Ireland-EM Ireland Webinar Dublin, 15 November 2021: BDO in Ireland and EM Ireland today held a webinar entitled…
A New Deal on Corporation Tax
A New Deal on Corporation Tax 1pm – 2.15pm (Dublin) | Monday, 15 November 2021 | Online European Movement Ireland in co-operation with BDO Ireland invite you to the upcoming…
Conference on the Future of Europe – online youth panel
Conference on the Future of Europe – online youth panel 15.00 – 17.00 | Thursday, 11 November 2021 | Online We are pleased to invite young people between the ages…
The Rule of Law in the EU
At a time when the EU strives to defend the universal value of the rule of law globally, it is being undermined from within. Member States such as Hungary and…
Comhdháil ar Thodhchaí na hEorpa – Gaeilge
Comhdháil ar Thodhchaí na hEorpa – Gaeilge 15.00 – 17.00 (Dublin) | Déardaoin, 4 Samhain 2021 | Zoom Tá lúcháir ar Gluaiseacht na hEorpa in Éirinn, i gcomhar leis an Roinn…
European Commission SMEDIAs workshop
European Commission SMEDIAs workshop 12.00pm (Dublin) | Monday, 1 November 2021 | Online A free workshop for student journalists and all students interested in submitting an entry for the European…
What is Article 16?
The possibility of the UK government triggering Article 16 of the Protocol on Ireland and Northern Ireland remains active. This Just the Facts examines Article 16 and what would happen…
Housing and the Future of Europe
– ✍️ Professor Padraic Kenna – NUI Galway Housing – or the challenges facing young people in accessing affordable housing, is emerging as one of the key issues for…
Six scholarships announced for Irish students to study at the College of Europe in Bruges and Natolin
Dublin, 22 October 2021: European Movement Ireland, on behalf of the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science and the Department of…
Equality and Inclusion in a Post-Pandemic EU
Equality and Inclusion in a Post-Pandemic EU 11.00am (Dublin) / 12.00pm (CET) | Thursday, 21 October 2021 | Online As part of the debate on the Conference on the Future…
The Czech General Election 2021
Introduction Parliamentary elections in Czechia were held on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 October. This was the country’s tenth democratic election for the Chamber of Deputies since 1989 and the…
The New EU Forest Strategy for 2030 – What will it means for Ireland
The New EU Forest Strategy for 2030 – What will it mean for Ireland 10.30am (Dublin) / 11.30am (CET) | Tuesday, 5 October 2021 | Online The European Commission Representation…
🔊 EP28 | In Conversation with Federica Mogherini
In this podcast we sat down with Rector of the College of Europe, former High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the…
The German General Election 2021
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06 May 2020 Webinar | EU Jobs – The European Court of Auditors
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The UK General Election, December 2019 | Northern Ireland ‘All Change And More’
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2020 SMEDIAs Workshop
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Ninth Year of the Blue Star Programme launched by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar
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Portuguese General Election, October 2019
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PRESS RELEASE | EM Ireland congratulates Catherine Day
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EM Ireland welcomes results of 2019 Post-Electoral Eurobarometer Survey
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Launch of Éireannaigh na hEorpa – Alumni Network
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ED BLOG | Ireland and the European Parliament numbers game
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European Elections 2019 | Meet Your MEP Candidates – Limerick
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PRESS RELEASE | 243 Irish primary schools take part in the Blue Star Programme ‘Handshake for Europe’
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PRESS RELEASE | Irish Girl Guides to broaden their horizons with new Europe badges
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Breakfast Briefing: EM Ireland/Red C Research ‘Ireland and the EU’ 2019 Poll Launch
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Spanish General Election, April 2019
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Citizens’ Dialogue on the Future of Europe – Kilkenny
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The Slovakian electorate went to the polls over two rounds in March to elect Slovakia’s 5th President since gaining independence in 1993. On Saturday, 30 March Zuzana Čaputová became the…
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European Elections 2019 | Meet Your MEP Candidates – Athlone
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Can Vote Will Vote | COMMUNICATIONS
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Can Vote Will Vote | SOCIAL RIGHTS
The European Parliament elections will take place across the EU between 23-26 May 2019. In Ireland, we will vote on Friday, 24 May 2019. As part of our – European…
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The European Parliament elections will take place across the EU between 23-26 May 2019. In Ireland, we will vote on Friday, 24 May 2019. As part of our – European…
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