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Government’s decision against Mercosur deal a ‘big relief’ to Clare farmers

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THE Government’s decision to vote against the Mercosur deal will come as a “big relief” to Clare farmers, say local representatives.  On an official trip to China, Taoiseach Micháel Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris have revealed plans to deny the Mercosur trade agreement with Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, which would allow import duties to be …

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Harris insists he’s fit for Finance portfolio & praises ‘the real Talk to Joe’ in Clare

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*Tánaiste Simon Harris (FG) flanked by Mayor of Clare, Cllr Paul Murphy (FG) and Joe Cooney TD (FG). Photograph: Kevin Donovan.  NEWLY appointed Minister for Finance, Simon Harris (FG) insisted he was suitably qualified for the role while voicing confidence Fianna Fáil would not end their coalition before he becomes Taoiseach for a second time …

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Humphreys says Tánaiste not sidelined for campaign

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INFAMOUS words of two-time All-Ireland winning Clare manager Ger Loughnane were quoted by Joe Cooney TD (FG) as Presidential hopeful Heather Humphreys (FG) stopped off in Ennis where she dismissed suggestions party leader Simon Harris (FG) has been directed to take a step back from the campaign.