Voting Record
Notable votes in the current parliamentary term
Financial Declarations
Declared to the European Parliament · Self-reported by the MEP
No financial interests declared.
Source: European Parliament declarations · Self-reported · Last updated: 23 Mar 2026
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About Barry COWEN
Barry Cowen represents Ireland in the European Parliament as a member of Fianna Fáil, the Republic's largest political party and a founding member of the European Union. Fianna Fáil is a centrist party that has traditionally dominated Irish politics and has been part of numerous coalition governments. Cowen sits with the Renew Europe group, which promotes liberal and centrist policies focused on European integration, digital transformation, climate action, and strengthening democratic institutions across the EU. Before his European Parliament role, Cowen served as Ireland's Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine from June to July 2020, though his tenure was brief following a controversy over a past drink-driving incident. He comes from a prominent political family, being the brother of former Taoiseach Brian Cowen. In the European Parliament, Cowen maintains an attendance record of 76.6% and has participated in 77% of votes, both figures slightly below the parliamentary average.
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Methodology
Attendance is calculated based on roll-call votes in plenary sessions of the European Parliament. Committee votes are excluded. Abstaining counts as present; not voting counts as absent. Notable votes are selected based on significance, close outcomes, and high participation.