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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 3h

Had warm & wide-ranging chat with @ep_president Roberta Metsola today. We discussed Ireland’s plans for EU Presidency & the relationship between Ireland & Malta.

We’re not the same political colour but I have a lot of respect for Roberta. She’s an excellent chair & generous with her time. 🇮🇪🇪🇺🇲🇹

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 1d

“Israel demands the rejection of a Palestinian state - which is why we must stand for it & lead international isolation of Israel until that happens.”

Europe must fight for a two state solution that ends apartheid & genocide in Palestine.

#freepalestine #gaza #sanctionisraelnow #ceasefirenow 🇵🇸

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 2d

On International Tenants’ Day, I’m fighting to protect renters in Dublin, Ireland and across Europe in the EU Housing report.

While I table amendments, I need your support to end Ireland’s reputation as the lost country for tenant rights.

Visit www.aodhan.ie

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 8d

Another record number of homeless Dublin children last month.

3,813 childhoods lost to insecurity, uncertainty and humiliation.

Sign the petition to ban child evictions at aodhan.ie/act or by clicking the link tree in my bio.

Let’s end child homelessness together.

#FortheLoveofDublin

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 8d

Devastating to hear of passing of Mark O’Connor with his wife & son in Co Louth.

Mark was outstanding advocate for improved autism services and spoke at number of meetings we organised in Dublin over the years.

My deepest condolences to his family and all who were touched by his life and advocacy.

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 8d

With 4000 kids sleeping in homeless accommodation tonight, we can’t have a scenario where we have families living in hotels and tourists living in houses.

I was on Drivetime this evening to discuss the issue of short term rentals & other housing matters.

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 14d

Breaking: Interns can’t survive on coffee & ‘experience’. Their landlords don’t accept CV lines as rent.

Too many young people are stuck in unpaid & exploitative internships.

On Tuesday I voted for a Directive that prevents these abusive practices & guarantees interns fair pay & fair treatment.

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 14d

Ireland has some of the highest drug use and overdose rates in Europe - our outdated drug policy is failing.

But the EU is moving forward 🇪🇺

Yesterday I convened the first meeting of a new European Parliament group on drug policy.

#DECRIM

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 27d

He made his debut in 2001.

Some play the game. The true greats change it forever.

Cluxton is a true great.

The Irish Times @irishtimes.com · 27d

Stephen Cluxton turns the page on intercounty playing days, but the book is far from finished

Dublin veteran can remain setter of standards in new role as part of Ger Brennan’s backroom team

www.irishtimes.com

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 29d

‘President Von der Leyen, Europe deserves so much better than your presidency.’

My speech to Von der Leyen in the European Parliament today.

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 29d

Truth.

hoopsmalahide.bsky.social @hoopsmalahide.bsky.social · 29d

Sadly most irish politicians only care about the gaa and most irish football fans only care about English football

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · 29d

Croatia 🇭🇷

Population:
3.9 million

Full-time academy coaches:
190

Ireland 🇮🇪

Population:
5.3 million

Full-time academy coaches:
10

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Sep 5

Friday….

✅ Trip to Nenagh for Labour Think-in
✅ Chair panel on homelessness
✅ Travel back to Dublin
✅ Baby pick-up
✅ Organise anti-Orban protest
✅ School pick-up
✅ Swimming
✅ Newstalk interview
✅ Soccer
✅ RTÉ interview
✅ Movie night

Saturday starts with GAA at 9am!!!!

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Sep 4

I like your thinking…..

Jason O’Mahony @jasonomahony.bsky.social · Sep 4

Hey @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social how about for a bit of divilment you propose a motion to the Parliament that the EU rename the “Gulf of America” the Gulf of Epstein. Just to get up the Orange One’s nose.

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Sep 4

Meeting with former Palestinian PM Mohammad Shtayyeh

#freepalestine🇵🇸❤️

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Sep 3

Poverty.

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Reposted by Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP

Martha Fanning @marthafanning.bsky.social · Aug 24

Fantastic day at International fest yesterday. Congratulations to Social Space Ireland on organising such a wonderful celebration of multiculturalism, diversity, integration and community. If you have a minute (or two), watch this great speech by my colleague @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Aug 24

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Aug 19

Loads of traffic lights are out across town. Careful if you’re driving / cycling.

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Aug 17

Nothing more tedious than some lad with money thinking it entitles him to power and a round of applause from mere mortals.

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Aug 11

This weekend’s India Day celebrations in Dublin now postponed because they don’t feel safe.

Congratulations to every flag wielding bigot and those in politics who pander to them. Take a bow. This is the Ireland you want.

Those who want a different Republic need to reclaim it.

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Aug 10

Nice to see Galway win the All-Ireland on Michael D Higgins’ last visit to Croke Park as President.

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Aug 6

250 years today since the birth of the greatest of Irish people.

Daniel O’Connell.

Barrister, MP, Lord Mayor of Dublin, deliverer of Catholic emancipation and internationally renowned abolitionist.

His name adorns Dublin’s Main Street with an impressive statue facing O’Connell Bridge.

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Aug 5

Watching Normal People for the first time.

Conall just asked Rachel to the Debs and Marianne is in bits…..

AND I AM TOO!

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Aodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP @aodhanoriordain.bsky.social · Jul 28

If there is a hell it’s waiting for Netanyahu & for every Israeli Govt apologist.

If there is a hell on Earth it is Gaza.

As twisted bodies of starving children have no strength anymore to cry. Then they die. And these are the ones who escaped the bombs.

Evil.

#FreePalestine #SanctionIsraelNow

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