Minister Thomas Byrne represents EU Council in Strasbourg
Minister Thomas Byrne headed to Strasbourg this week to represent the Council of the European Union at the European Parliament. He participated in crucial debates regarding the bloc's budget and housing while signing significant legislative acts into law.
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Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence, Thomas Byrne TD, represented the Council of the European Union at the European Parliament during its plenary session in Strasbourg. The itinerary included active participation in several high-profile parliamentary debates focusing on the EU's long-term budget, formally known as the Multi-Annual Financial Framework, alongside discussions on the Affordable Housing Act.
Beyond budgetary matters, the Minister presented Ireland's strategic priorities concerning the European Democracy Shield to the parliamentary committee. He also represented the Council during an address delivered to the Parliament by Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, marking a key moment in ongoing diplomatic engagements across the union.
During his time in Strasbourg, Minister Byrne signed three essential legislative acts and three budgetary instruments into law alongside European Parliament President Roberta Metsola. Reflecting on the engagements, the Minister emphasised Ireland's dedication to fostering a collaborative relationship with the European Parliament to deliver tangible results for citizens throughout the Union.
Beyond budgetary matters, the Minister presented Ireland's strategic priorities concerning the European Democracy Shield to the parliamentary committee. He also represented the Council during an address delivered to the Parliament by Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, marking a key moment in ongoing diplomatic engagements across the union.
During his time in Strasbourg, Minister Byrne signed three essential legislative acts and three budgetary instruments into law alongside European Parliament President Roberta Metsola. Reflecting on the engagements, the Minister emphasised Ireland's dedication to fostering a collaborative relationship with the European Parliament to deliver tangible results for citizens throughout the Union.
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