The European Parliament today condemned
delays by the European Commission in publishing scientific information needed
to identify and address exposure to hormone disrupting chemicals. MEPs say the Commission
has persistently failed to act on providing much-needed information on endocrine-disrupting
chemicals. Endocrine disruptors are chemicals found
in everyday products, such as cosmetics and plastics. There are concerns that these chemicals interact with hormonal systems that are damaging to people’s
health and to the environment. The Sinn Fein MEP Lynn Boylan says the European Commission needs to act on regulating these so-called “gender bender” chemicals.   

Out words: gender bender chemicals

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The European Parliament has today voted in
favour of an EU Commission proposal for an anti-tax avoidance directive. The
proposal aims to close loopholes used by corporate tax avoiders. However all
four Fine Gael MEPs voted against the measures. Speaking prior to the vote the Fine
Gael MEP Brian Hayes said rushing through new measures could result in
unintended outcomes for Ireland.

Out words: Ecofin council

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The Fine Gael MEP Sean Kelly says a chance meeting
with Mohammed Ali was a highlight of his life. The Ireland South MEP met
Mohammed Ali when he visited his Museum in Louisville, Kentucky. And it seems
the ‘World’s Greatest’ took a shine to the former GAA president.

Out words: real hero

Dur: 00.28