MEP urges progress on family laws despite conservative backlash

A Fine Gael MEP, Maria Walsh, has called for renewed efforts to recognize all family types across the EU, including LGBTQ and single-parent families. She highlighted delays caused by conservative countries like Hungary, affecting around two million children. Walsh warned against compromising progressive legislation to appease conservative governments, stating it could lead to democratic backsliding. She emphasized the need for European institutions to consider stronger measures against countries that block social progress. The ongoing tension between conservative and progressive EU member states has hindered the advancement of important laws. Walsh noted that while Ireland has supportive legislation, uniform recognition across the EU is necessary to avoid leaving families in limbo.