Lynn Boylan MEP slams government for paving way to ratifying CETA
Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan has slammed the government as they publish legislation to pave the way for fully ratifying the CETA deal. The Dublin MEP said: “Legislation published by the government on Friday is attempting to sidestep the Supreme Court ruling that had previously blocked the full implementation of the CETA deal. “There is […]
European Parliament recognises that Irish environment knows no borders
Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan has welcomed official recognition from the European Parliament that the environment in Ireland knows no borders. The Dublin MEP, and member of the EU’s Environment committee said: “I’m delighted that the Environment Committee has adopted my amendment which highlights the unique situation of the environment in Ireland. “The amendment, which […]
Debates on Climate law should focus on science and real solutions
Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan has called for discussions on the EU’s climate law to stay focused on scientific evidence and real solutions The Dublin MEP, and member of EU Environment Committee said: “As work begins on debating the EU climate law, we must focus on delivering a fair outcome that respects the scientific realities […]
Government blunders delay vital EU climate funding
Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan has criticised the government’s failure to produce a Social Climate Plan in time for the EU’s deadline. The Dublin MEP said: “It’s unbelievable that the government will delay Ireland’s access to key EU climate funding because of their own failures. “The government had a deadline of today to submit a […]
Lynn Boylan MEP slams rogue European Commission move to scrap greenwashing deal
Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan has slammed the rogue actions of the European Commission as it scrapped the new greenwashing laws. MEP Boylan said: “The decision by the European Commission to scrap the greenwashing laws is totally disgraceful. “It has been revealed that the European People’s Party (EPP), of which Fine Gael is a member, along with […]
Boylan slams EU inaction on trade with Israel
Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan has slammed the EU for failing to take decisive action on the EU-Israel association agreement. The Dublin MEP spoke after the EU confirmed that no decision would be made until July at the earliest. Lynn said: “Today’s decision is utter cowardice from the EU. “The EU’s own review found that […]
Boylan slams EU commission for scrapping Greenwashing laws
Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan has slammed the European Commission for their sudden announcement to withdraw the proposed new greenwashing law – essentially scrapping it altogether. The Dublin MEP, who is one of the MEPs negotiating the deal said: “This is outrageous behaviour form the European Commission. “After months of negotiations, this law was supposed […]
Questions raised following Von Der Leyen phone call with Netanyahu
Sinn Féin MEPs Kathleen Funchion and Lynn Boylan have questioned the European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, over a telephone conversation she had with Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu. Ms Funchion questioned whether or not Ms. von der Leyen raised the arrest warrant issued for Netanyahu by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Speaking from […]
Israel’s blocking of humanitarian aid ship and detaining crew a despicable act
Sinn Féin MEP Lynn Boylan has slammed Israel for intercepting a ship of humanitarian supplies from travelling to Gaza. The Dublin MEP said: “The aid ship Madleen was stopped and boarded by the Israeli Navy while carrying vital supplies for the people of Gaza. “The crew were intercepted in international waters – where the Israeli […]
MEPs Lynn Boylan and Kathleen Funchion write to Israeli authorities demanding safe passage for the Madleen
Sinn Féin MEPs Lynn Boylan and Kathleen Funchion have tonight written to the Israeli authorities demanding safe passage for the Madleen humanitarian vessel and all the crew on board. They reiterated to the Israeli Government that any interference with this mission, whether through interception, seizure, or detention, would constitute a serious breach of multiple bodies […]
