Menu
30/04/2018
EU Brexit Negotiator Michel Barnier In Ireland For All-Island Civic Dialogue
The European Union Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, is in Ireland to meet with the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Tánaiste Simon Coveney and address some 500 participants of the All-Island Civic Dialogue on Brexit.
The Taoiseach and the Tánaiste will co-host the Government's fourth plenary meeting of the All-Island Civic Dialogue on Brexit, taking place in Dundalk.
Speaking before the event, the Tánaiste said: "I am delighted to host the fourth plenary meeting of the All-Island Civic Dialogue on Brexit alongside the Taoiseach in Dundalk. Since November 2016, around 500 representatives of civic society groups, trade unions, business groups, non-governmental organisations and political parties from across the island have participated in three plenary meetings.
"The All-Island Civic Dialogue is an important part of the Government's response to Brexit and this stakeholder engagement continues to be invaluable in shaping the Government's approach. I am particularly pleased to be hosting our first plenary session in the border region. The impact of Brexit on society and communities living in the border region has been foremost in our considerations throughout the process.
"A key focus of this plenary will be the perspective of young people regarding Brexit. Economic and civic society issues will also be discussed and some sessions will be themed around looking to the post-Brexit future."
EU Chief Negotiator for the Article 50 process, Michel Barnier will deliver the keynote address to the plenary session and meet with key Brexit stakeholders during the event.
Welcoming Mr. Barnier, the Tánaiste said: "We look forward to welcoming Michel Barnier to Dundalk and him updating attendees on the state of play in the negotiations. Mr. Barnier and his team have demonstrated a keen understanding of the unique circumstances of the island of Ireland and they have Ireland's full support. We look forward to continued close cooperation with the Taskforce."
(MH)
The Taoiseach and the Tánaiste will co-host the Government's fourth plenary meeting of the All-Island Civic Dialogue on Brexit, taking place in Dundalk.
Speaking before the event, the Tánaiste said: "I am delighted to host the fourth plenary meeting of the All-Island Civic Dialogue on Brexit alongside the Taoiseach in Dundalk. Since November 2016, around 500 representatives of civic society groups, trade unions, business groups, non-governmental organisations and political parties from across the island have participated in three plenary meetings.
"The All-Island Civic Dialogue is an important part of the Government's response to Brexit and this stakeholder engagement continues to be invaluable in shaping the Government's approach. I am particularly pleased to be hosting our first plenary session in the border region. The impact of Brexit on society and communities living in the border region has been foremost in our considerations throughout the process.
"A key focus of this plenary will be the perspective of young people regarding Brexit. Economic and civic society issues will also be discussed and some sessions will be themed around looking to the post-Brexit future."
EU Chief Negotiator for the Article 50 process, Michel Barnier will deliver the keynote address to the plenary session and meet with key Brexit stakeholders during the event.
Welcoming Mr. Barnier, the Tánaiste said: "We look forward to welcoming Michel Barnier to Dundalk and him updating attendees on the state of play in the negotiations. Mr. Barnier and his team have demonstrated a keen understanding of the unique circumstances of the island of Ireland and they have Ireland's full support. We look forward to continued close cooperation with the Taskforce."
(MH)
Related Irish News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
02 October 2019
More Supports Needed For Women Who Breastfeed
Labour have called for more supports for women who breastfeed. Labour Senator Kevin Humphreys raised the issue in the Seanad as the HSE launches National Breastfeeding Week.
More Supports Needed For Women Who Breastfeed
Labour have called for more supports for women who breastfeed. Labour Senator Kevin Humphreys raised the issue in the Seanad as the HSE launches National Breastfeeding Week.
21 August 2019
Exporting Businesses Encouraged To Answer '12 Brexit Essential' Questions
Ireland's exporting businesses are being encouraged to answer Enterprise Ireland's 12 'Brexit Essential' questions, which aims to further prepare and take action ahead of the UK's impending withdrawal from the EU.
Exporting Businesses Encouraged To Answer '12 Brexit Essential' Questions
Ireland's exporting businesses are being encouraged to answer Enterprise Ireland's 12 'Brexit Essential' questions, which aims to further prepare and take action ahead of the UK's impending withdrawal from the EU.
19 August 2019
Labour: Leaked Report Confirms Worst Brexit Fears
The Labour Party has branded the leaked 'Operation Yellowhammer' report by the UK Government as confirmation of many people's worst Brexit fears. The leaked Cabinet Office document, published by the Sunday Times, suggested a no-deal Brexit could mean a hard-border, massive trade disruption, road blocks and political unrest in Northern Ireland.
Labour: Leaked Report Confirms Worst Brexit Fears
The Labour Party has branded the leaked 'Operation Yellowhammer' report by the UK Government as confirmation of many people's worst Brexit fears. The leaked Cabinet Office document, published by the Sunday Times, suggested a no-deal Brexit could mean a hard-border, massive trade disruption, road blocks and political unrest in Northern Ireland.
16 January 2019
Govt Ramps Up Preparations For No-Deal Brexit
The Government has said it will intensify its preparations for a no-deal Brexit after MP's in Westminster voted to reject the Withdrawal Agreement that UK Prime Minister Theresa May had struck with the EU.
Govt Ramps Up Preparations For No-Deal Brexit
The Government has said it will intensify its preparations for a no-deal Brexit after MP's in Westminster voted to reject the Withdrawal Agreement that UK Prime Minister Theresa May had struck with the EU.
09 November 2018
Call For Clarity On Leaked DUP Letter
Following the leak of a letter from Prime Minister Theresa May to the DUP, Fianna Fáil Brexit Spokesperson Lisa Chambers TD has called on Tánaiste Simon Coveney to explain what she has described as an apparent contradiction between what is being said publicly and privately about the Backstop arrangement.
Call For Clarity On Leaked DUP Letter
Following the leak of a letter from Prime Minister Theresa May to the DUP, Fianna Fáil Brexit Spokesperson Lisa Chambers TD has called on Tánaiste Simon Coveney to explain what she has described as an apparent contradiction between what is being said publicly and privately about the Backstop arrangement.
-
Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
