Maria Walsh
Maria Walsh is an Irish politician and Member of the European Parliament (MEP) representing Fine Gael. Known for her advocacy in various sectors including media and arts, she has recently been in the news for urging the Minister for Media, Patrick O’Donovan, to engage with Screen Producers Ireland regarding a proposed levy on streaming services to support Irish content production.
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Maria Walsh is another Fine Gael politician who entered politics in a similar manner to Mairéad McGuinness.
Strengths and weaknesses of rival Fine Gael presidential candidates – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-08-20
Maria Walsh, the 2014 Rose of Tralee who is now an MEP, worked five days a week in Philadelphia and flew back to Ireland every weekend from August 2014 to January 2015.
What does the winner get and what must she do during her year’s reign? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-19
Maria Walsh, a Fine Gael MEP, spoke about the need for Ireland and Europe to stand with victims of hate-fuelled crimes.
If our Geraldine can thrive in Trump’s Washington, she might be a worthy winner of the race for the Áras – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-21
She was selected as one of two Fine Gael candidates on the ticket, alongside sitting MEP Maria Walsh, who was re-elected.
Nina Carberry questioned ‘concerning’ EU tariffs on thoroughbred horses – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-17
Maria Walsh supported the measures brought to Cabinet by Mr O’Donovan.
Fine Gael MEPs urge Minister to meet organisation pushing for charge on TV streaming services – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-11
