Sad & disappointed that tonight in Dail Government are voting to kill my Quality in Public Procurement Bill which already passed all stages in Seanad with full cross-party support & backing from from unions, construction industry, RIAI & many more. This is a missed chance to #SpendBetter #speirgorm

My Quality in Public Procurement Bill which already passed all stages in Seanad will be debated in the Dail later today. My Bill puts quality at the heart of procurement, making sure the €19billion in annual spending is spent better and avoids the race to the bottom that is the current model.

are you displeased with today’s AI safety evaluation landscape and curious about what greater conceptual clarity, methodological soundness, and rigour in AI evaluation could look like? if so, consider coming to Dublin to pursue a PhD with me apply here: aial.ie/hiring/phd-a... pls repost

There are currently two corporations with applications to strip the west coast of seaweed. There will be a tiny window to put in a submission to these applications but it'd be good to build momentum now and get these applications being talked about locally. Please sign and share.

Looking forward to this event tonight on the power of active neutrality, the dangers of escalating militarisation & the role Ireland can play to promote peace, international law & the UN. 7pm at Wynns Hotel Dublin TONIGHT All welcome

We're at 80.37%. C'mon Ireland. France is at 307%!! Where's your competitive spirit. This petition is the queen of petitions, 👸. I know you've signed a lot already, but don't skip this one by. It's got clout! #JusticeForPalestine #Speirgorm

Hi, since a few people have been asking me - I stopped using x about a year ago. My last post was on Feb 4th 2025 - it told people I was moving to bluesky & mastadon & encouraged others to do the same!

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The An Taisce website has plenty of suggestions on what to include in the email, but if you find it overwhelming I will legit help you write an email. Just reply here if you want help or DM me if we're mutuals #Spéirgorm

€FOUR. BILLION.... www.irishtimes.com/business/202...

New Gist: What you can do about the Abuse Factory As a follow-up to yesterday’s Gist, I’ve done a list of four things you can do about X without even having to put down your iPhone. www.thegist.ie/the-gist-wha...

Happy Nollaig na mBan! and wishing Peace and Love to all in 2026 (despite the rough start...) #speirgorm

Ireland and the EU should be actively shouting about US breaches of international law right now - failure to do so contributes to normalisation of a new era of colonial gangsterism.

Our living planet is being relentlessly annihilated on a scale that's beyond any understanding. It is literally the apocalypse, in our time. Is that *all* we humans collectively amount to? I believe we have the power to change.

Happy Solstice to All! 💛

So proud of my father for all the passion, courage,care and vision he brought to the last 14 years as President of Ireland. Both my parents have always been driven by a deep wide love for Ireland & the world, for people, planet & possibilities. Looking forward to their next chapter! #Grá #spiergirm

The world’s first trillionaire initiated a move that has left more than half a million people dead, most of whom are children.

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Ireland’s nature is in a “very poor” state, with the country’s economic growth achieved at the expense of the environment, according to the EU’s State of Europe’s Environment report. We’re running out of wake-up calls! www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025...

handsoffnature.eu/take-action/... Last day of Public Consultation Sign and Share! Have your say in protecting nature!

While you're on holiday, the EU is dismantling environmental protections 🏖️➡️💔 #HandsOffNature You have until 10 September to tell the Commission what you think. Your voice matters: birdwatchireland.ie/our-work/adv...

There's a REALLY quick and easy survey for the public consultation on the Basic Income for the Arts scheme - it only takes a few seconds, anyone can fill it in, and it could make a huge difference to arts workers in Ireland. Take a few ticks to places a few ticks here: ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/run...

Placards from this evening’s protest.

Journalist Anas Al-Sharif reporting from Gaza, shortly before Israel killed him tonight: “If this madness doesn’t end, Gaza will be reduced to ruins, its people’s voices silenced, their faces erased — and history will remember you as silent witnesses to a genocide you chose not to stop.”

The Israeli military just killed him. (Look at the photo caption)

Data centres in Ireland involved in this story of mass surveillance of Palestinians.

Slovenia the first to deliver long overdue action to enforce international law & end trade with illegal settlements in Occupied Palestinian Territories - Ireland needs to rapidly follow through & include ban on services as recommended by our FA Committee report. www.reuters.com/world/middle...

As member of Foreign Affairs Committee l pressed for inclusion of services in new Gov OTB Bill & our final report & strong recommendations will be a step forward But so much time & ground lost since Frances Black, myself & others first introduced the Occupied Territories Bill (clip from 2018 & 2025)

"Ireland has been consistent, but it has also been complacent & complicit in normalisation over decades of a situation of colonialism, casual & constant breaches of international law & a business as usual approach" Pass #OTB, Stop Israeli bonds sales, End transit of arms & dual use goods #moreaction

Dublin location confirmed for next Saturday, June 7th. Final stop on the Neutrality Roadshow but only the start of a campaign to reclaim Irish neutrality and all that signifies.

Rather than follow the EU drive towards conflict and militarisation, Ireland, a neutral country, should be emphasising this point. 'There is a real concern around the way that we are prioritising short-term security and sacrificing long-term security.' www.theguardian.com/environment/...

NEW: Israeli forces are killing Red Cross workers. In their homes. Posting this here because it’s unlikely you’ll see this in the news. Killed yesterday (May 24), their names were Ibrahim Eid and Ahmad Abu Hilal.

Are you a journalist or a media creator focused on nature and climate? Join the Belem Desk initiative ahead of # COP30 for editorial support, access to experts, field visits to Amazon projects, and more. Apply by May 30: nature4climate.org/media-with-n...

Last week, myself and Senator Frances Black traveled to Brussels to meet with fellow Parliamentarians from across the EU about ùthe Occupied Territories Bill and the urgent need to implement international law. Thanks to Lynn Boylan MEP for the invitation & for all her work on Palestine in Europe.

GENOCIDE!!! ⬇️

In October 2023 lawyer Raji Sourani’s home in Gaza was blown up by Israel with a 900kg bomb shortly after he gave an interview to Amy Goodman www.theguardian.com/world/2024/o...

We're proud to be hosting this webinar that calls attention to the Central Bank's ongoing facilitation of Israel's 'war bonds' Spread the word and click below to learn more about our speakers, all of whom are engaged in the fight for Palestinian Justice! www.financialjustice.ie/get-involved...

It has been over 9 weeks of siege on #Gaza, with the State of Israel banning the entry of all humanitarian aid, medical, and commercial supplies. UNRWA has thousands of trucks ready to enter and our teams in Gaza are ready to scale up the delivery. The siege must be lifted.

‘Hands off Ireland’s neutrality’: Government warned changes to triple-lock system will be fought

The Neutrality Roadshow began yesterday in Kerry - a one month tour of Ireland hosting conversations with local communities on how and why we need to preserve Irish neutrality and stop the rush to war. Follow @neutrality_now on IG for updates. www.rundale.org/2025/05/08/t...

Today! ⬇️

All welcome! “Public Rally for Peace" 2pm tomorrow Saturday May 10th at the Gresham Hotel Dublin. Come along to show your support for Irish Neutrality and help protect the Triple Lock! Music from Lisa O Neill and others. Or if you are out west check out the Neutrality Roadshow in Ennis at 1.30!

“Palestinians are being killed and wounded en masse as Israeli forces intensify their attacks across the Strip. The lack of accountability is shocking,” says Claire Manera, MSF emergency coordinator in Gaza. “We are running out of words as more lives are crushed every day.” 4/5

And since then, Israel's activities have escalated ☹️

"The EU supplies at least a third of Israel’s arms imports and has its most comprehensive association agreement with the country which is, like all such agreements, conditional on respect for international law, particularly humanitarian law. If the political will exists, the EU has means to act."

‘Contrary to common perception, and despite the apparent lack of empathy shown by some of its leaders, the EU holds significant leverage over the Israeli government. It is Israel’s leading partner in terms of trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges." www.socialeurope.eu/gazas-descen...

"I'm angry with everyone here. I'm angry with you. I'm angry with the world." Exactly. 'We are complicit': Irish WHO director calls for action on war in Gaza jrnl.ie/6695092

Spot the difference.