Politician(s) lobbied: Neil Ward (Assistant Secretary), Department of Justice
Intent: To convey Ericssons view on the proposed legislation
Methods: Meeting
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Overview and introductory to Ericsson
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discussion about up coming EU legislation and how it impact Ireland
Politician(s) lobbied: Patrick Neary (Assistant Secretary), Department of Environment, Climate and Communications
Intent: Update on Ericsson's view on upcoming EU legislation
Methods: Meeting
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Discussion about upcoming EU legislation and how it impact Ireland
Politician(s) lobbied: Patrick Neary (Assistant Secretaries or Equivalent Grades), Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources
Intent: Update on the status of connectivity and industry examples in Ireland, upcoming DNA and Spectrum in Ireland
Methods: Meeting
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5G in Ireland & EU
Politician(s) lobbied: Neale Richmond (Minister of State), Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment
Intent: An overview of Ericsson as a global leader, across the EU and a presence in Ireland. Our R&D in Athlone develops software for our customers’ networks. We value our partnership with IDA and the continued support from the Irish Government. Looking ahead, Ireland has a unique opportunity to enhance connectivity beyond urban centres, unlocking economic and social benefits for communities nationwide.At the EU level, key initiatives such as the DNA and the CSA impact operations in Europe and Ireland.
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Discussion around levels of regulation on Telecoms in the EU and with respect to the lack of investment and innovation
Politician(s) lobbied: Patrick O'Donovan (Minister of State), Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media; Patrick Neary (Assistant Secretaries or Equivalent Grades), Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources
Intent: Presentation to the Minister on Global mobile trends and presentation on Ericsson in Ireland with focus on the R&D Centre in Athlone
Methods: Event / Reception
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Discussion around levels of regulation on Telecoms in the EU and with respect to the lack of investment and innovation
Politician(s) lobbied: Patrick O'Donovan (Minister of State), Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media
Intent: Update on Ericsson and inputs on various policy items
Methods: Meeting
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Agenda Update on Ericsson’s investments in Ireland and the importance of Ericsson’s Athlone based R&D Centre to the Ericsson Group. Discussion on Global Telecoms and Trends and the regulatory environment
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particularly pertaining to the EU/Ireland Investments in 5G and 6G networks to boost EU/Irish competitiveness and supporting the forthcoming Digital Networks Act Implementation of the EU 5G cyber security toolbox in full as part of NIS 2
Politician(s) lobbied: Brian Keegan (Special Advisor), Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment
Intent: Agree Agenda
Methods: Virtual Meeting
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Topics for CEO Meetings
Politician(s) lobbied: Peter Burke (Minister), Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment
Intent: Market overview and challenges faced by European Tech leaders, Upcoming EU Legislation and regulation impact on Telecoms, The potential benefits of 5GSA to Ireland and the need to ensure Irelands advanced connectivity infrastructure enabling and supporting economic ambitions.
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Market overview and challenges faced by European Tech leaders
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Upcoming EU Legislation and regulation impact on Telecoms
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The potential benefits of 5GSA to Ireland and the need to ensure Irelands advanced connectivity infrastructure enabling and supporting economic ambitions.
Politician(s) lobbied: Peter Burke (Minister), Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment
Intent: The EU is falling behind in the adoption of 5G in comparison to the US and some Far East countries. The telecoms regulation needs to be reviewed to encourage investment in the industry enabling innovation and the digitalisation of businesses and public services.
Methods: Meeting
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Discussion on Telecoms regulation in the EU and with respect to the lack of investment and innovation
Politician(s) lobbied: Patrick Neary (Assistant Secretary), Department of Environment, Climate and Communications
Intent: Update the Department on the latest trends in mobile technology across the globe
Methods: Meeting
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Ireland mobile infrastructure update and benefits of 5G standalone.
