Simon Coveney
@simoncoveney
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Former Government Minister in various portfolios: Foreign Affairs, Enterprise & Trade, Defence, Housing & Planning, Agriculture, Food & Marine.
Carrigaline, Co. Cork
Joined March 2010
Fantastic investment. @IDAIRELAND @DeptEnterprise.
GE Healthcare, the health division of US giant General Electric, has said that it plans to invest €132 million in a new facility at its Irish base in Carrigtohill, Cork .
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5 difficult years for the UK. Brexit continues to be complex & divisive for British people. Ireland & EU should continue to reach out to encourage a closer relationship with UK on practical trade & cooperation. EU & UK are stronger together.
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Great initiative with good intent - EU political leaders should grasp this opportunity and act with urgency to give a strong positive signal to investors and startups. EU is in danger of being left behind on startups & innovation - take this win.
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International Commemoration Day for the Holocaust is so important to mark the most shameful, darkest events of human history. It’s a day to say to Jewish people everywhere that we will never forget their suffering & will work always to combat antisemitism.
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Big signing! Another signal of intent for the season ahead. @CobhRamblersFC.
Cobh Ramblers are thrilled to welcome Barry Coffey! ⚽️🟣🔵. Cobh Ramblers are thrilled to announce the signing of Barry Coffey as we gear up for an exciting 2025 season. Barry brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to the team. Most notably In 2022,
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Accurate and positive assessment of the commitment to Defence and Security in the PFG. Much needed strong commitment to resources and ongoing reform of our security architecture. @defenceforces @IRLDeptDefence.
My quick reaction piece on #programmeforgovernment - an analysis of the commitments made on National Security. Summary: This is the most important PfG for Irish security in decades.
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Big season ahead. @CobhRamblersFC.
📝 We are delighted to announce the signing of former Shelbourne defender Shane Griffin for the 2025 season. 🗣️ “When I spoke with the manager he told me of the plans to progress the club and that’s something that I’m looking forward to.”. ↪️ #Rams25 🟣🔵
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RT @UNIFIL_: We call on all actors to avoid any actions, including the destruction of civilian property and infrastructure, that could jeop….
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RT @UNIFIL_: The IDF’s deliberate and direct destruction of both clearly identifiable UNIFIL property and infrastructure belonging to the L….
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RT @UNIFIL_: Statement:. This morning peacekeepers observed an IDF bulldozer destroying a blue barrel marking the line of withdrawal betwee….
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Depressing, but this is the reality of multilateralism today! .Smaller countries need to do more & work together to protect the UN and the credibility of int. law. @dfatirl
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RT @defenceforces: Not your typical #Goalmile! Merry Christmas from south Lebanon! Members of the 125 Infantry Battalion took part in the a….
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RT @corkcitycouncil: Have your say! 🗣️ . 🚨 Cork Docklands to City Centre Road Network Improvement Scheme 🚨 . Public consultation on the sc….
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Just come through @DublinAirport departures - remarkably efficient systems on a very busy day! .Well done @DublinAirportT2.Happy Christmas to a great team working here!.
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RT @Mark_J_Henry: Ireland had the 2nd best performing economy in the world in 2024, according to @TheEconomist. Our strong standing resulte….
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A bad day for diplomacy and a very regrettable decision for the small but important Jewish community in Ireland. @dfatirl.
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