I’m back at my desk in Brussels today, preparing for a busy week ahead. But I wanted to send you a message of appreciation - your love and support has not gone unnoticed - following my pregnancy announcement yesterday.

The EPP Group is heading to a very special place. Join MEP @MariaWalshEU on this journey from the European Parliament to...Galway! Nestled on Ireland's stunning west coast, this city has long connected Europe and the United States through people, business and shared values. Over the next three days, EU lawmakers, policymakers and business experts will discuss the defining challenges facing Europe today: competitiveness, quality jobs, transatlantic relations and global security. At a time of growing uncertainty around the world, these conversations matter - for Europe's future and for the people and businesses that depend on it. @FineGael

At Knock Shrine, we were reminded that unity is one of Europe's greatest strengths.    As a political family with Christian democratic roots, the @EPPGroup believes that our European way of life is built on values that bring people together: responsibility, solidarity, respect for human dignity, and service to the common good.    In a changing world, preserving that unity remains essential for Europe's future.    #EPPStudyDays

Family spirit, unity, and people at the centre of societies. A special start to our @EPPGroup Study Days at Knock Shrine — a place of belonging and community. Our European way of life is built on values that bring people together.

Looking forward to welcoming @EPPGroup colleagues to the West of Ireland today.

The @EPPGroup will arrive at Ireland West Airport Knock and will visit Knock Shrine during their time in Ireland. con-telegraph.ie/2026/06/09/…

The European Parliament’s largest political group @EPPGroup arrive in the West of Ireland for three days of political discussions, study visits and cultural activities this week. mariawalsh.eu/europes-larges…

As this article outlines I have expressed concerns about “return hubs”, which will see centres for failed asylum seekers set up outside the EU bloc. irishexaminer.com/opinion/co…

MEP @MariaWalshEU explains why she opposes 'return hubs', which she argues do not meet humanitarian standards. #RTETWIP repeats at 23:30 tonight on @RTEOne.

On our Brussels special, @lawlor_aine speaks to MEPs @Kathleensf1, @BillyKelleherEU, @AodhanTd23528 and @MariaWalshEU. Looking ahead to Ireland's EU presidency, we discuss #Migration, #Ukraine, #Defence, #Israel and #OPT. 📺#RTETWIP airs at 12 & 23:30 tomorrow on @RTEOne

Happening next week in Galway. I look forward to welcoming @EPPGroup colleagues. advertiser.ie/galway/article…

Recording today for Sunday's edition of RTÉ's @rtetwip. A special broadcast focusing on Ireland's upcoming Presidency of the Council of the European Union. We also discussed migration, defence, and the Middle East conflict.

We are deeply concerned by reports suggesting that alumina exported from the Rusal-owned Aughinish Alumina plant in Limerick may ultimately be supporting Russia's brutal war of aggression against Ukraine.

I'm very pleased to see my Generational Renewal report being well-received by @MacranaFeirme. farminglife.com/country-and-…

Pictured with @EP_GenderEqual EPP colleagues after we voted this morning on a resolution addressing the impact of the 1974 Turkish invasion on Cypriot women and girls. Also pictured with Cypriot @EPPGroup MEP @loucas_fourlas .

My report calls for increased CAP funding for young farmers, easier access to land and expansion of land mobility schemes, better access to finance and banking supports, more ambitious support for female farmers & expansion of farm succession support. farmersjournal.ie/news/news/…

I presented my report on Generational Renewal to the @EP_Agriculture Committee yesterday. farmersjournal.ie/news/news/…

My Generational Renewal report sets out an ambitious plan to encourage young people to enter the agricultural sector over the coming decade. agriland.ie/farming-news/iri…

You've got this, Class of 2026! Ahead of the start of exam season tomorrow, I wanted to send you this message from the European Parliament.

Today I presented my report on Generational Renewal in front of the European Parliament’s Agriculture Committee, which included a call for 10% of the new CAP budget to be guaranteed for young farmers.  mariawalsh.eu/mep-maria-wals…

I presented my vision for the future of agriculture and the next generation of farmers across Europe at @EP_Agriculture today. Encouraged by the initial positive response from colleagues to my Generational Renewal report as the European Parliament’s lead negotiator.