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Ni Riada on Sinn Fein’s Summer School this weekend

Sinn Fein’s summer school starts tomorrow
(Friday) in Ballyvourney. The Sinn Fein MEP, Liadh ni Riada says they have
organised a packed schedule, with an array of speakers for the event. The Ireland South MEP will be making her way back from the European Parliament in Strasbourg today to attend tomorrow’s opening. 

Out words: please do

Dur: 00:37 

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MEPs call for better energy efficiency ratings of home appliances

The European
Parliament is calling for a tougher A to G rating scale showing the energy efficiency
of household appliances like fridges and washing machines. Most appliances on
the market now meet class A requirements with an increasing number of pluses being
added (A+, A++, A+++). But, in a vote this week, MEPs have called for stricter
ratings to further improve energy efficiencies. The Fine Gael MEP Sean Kelly says
this will help reduce harmful greenhouse gases and it will lower people’s
energy bills.  

Out words: be
lower

Dur: 00:39 

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Ireland can make new EU allies post Brexit – Hayes

Britain’s future departure from the EU will
mean the exit of a powerful ally of Ireland’s. Over the years both the UK and Ireland have had
similar stances on some major economic issues in the EU. But with every loss comes
an opportunity. So says the Fine Gael MEP Brian Hayes who believes Ireland can
make new allies in the EU.

Out words: time ahead

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