Lobbying Records (Page 1 of 2)
Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce
2024-09-19
Intent: Creating awareness of the pre-budget
Details: Pre-Budget Submission sent to senior officials of Donegal County Council
Officials: Garry Martin, John McLaughlin, Liam Ward
Methods: Email with Pre-budget submission sent on 3rd September - Email
Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce
2024-09-18
Intent: To ensure Council had a good understanding of Letterkenny Chamber and the work we carry out. Help them more fully understand the range and scope of our membership.
Details: Meeting to discuss Letterkenny Chamber and its relationship with the Council in terms of Economic Development.
Officials: John McLaughlin, Garry Martin
Methods: Meeting took place in County House Lifford, HQ of the Council on 1st July 2024. Discussed the Chamber, our partnership with Derry Chamber and the NW Value Proposition that we had been working on. - Meeting, Folllow up email sent to clarify the details in the meeting. Sent on 4th July 2024 - Email
Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce
2024-05-20
Intent: Impress on the executive that the housing issue is affecting small and large employers in terms of recruitment and retention of staff. Also to gain an understanding of the work being done within the council to address the issue, to meet targets and to help them understand how we can all work collaboratively. ::Gain an understanding of how we can engage with utility providers and others to ensure infrastructure deficits are addressed in a timely fashion in order to meet growth targets.
Details: Meeting requested by Letterkenny Chamber to discuss the findings from a housing focus group and provide feedback to the Council executive.
Officials: Patsy Lafferty, Garry Martin, John McLaughlin
Methods: Meeting took place on 23rd February 2024 in Letterkenny PSC. Letterkenny Chamber representatives presented their findings and explained the issues. The President was accompanied by Toni Forrester, CEO; Kristine Reynolds and VP Chris Lynch. The Council executives then addressed the issues presented. Head of Planning was also involved in the meeting. - Meeting
SSE plc
2024-01-19
Intent: To brief on our work in Donegal, provide updates on our project progress (namely Lenalea Wind Farm), and to advocate for policies that ensure the acceleration of onshore renewables delivery, and the prioritisation of repowering/life extension of existing wind farms in the new County Development Plan. ::Submissions on the draft Sligo and Donegal County Development Plans to highlight the importance of aligning local plans with our national climate objectives, including zoning of lands for renewable energy. ::Submission on County Kerry's first Climate Action Plan to highlight importance of low-carbon infrastructure to Kerry's economy and Ireland's ability to meet its climate goals.
Details: Climate Targets & County Development Plans
Officials: Pearse Doherty, Garry Martin, John McLaughlin, Martin Harley, Gerry McMonagle, Patrick McGowan, Liam Doherty, Kevin Bradley, ...
Methods: Meeting, Submission
Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce
2024-01-15
Intent: Ensuring that all involved in the Growth Partnership understand the need for enabling investment for the North West Region and in particular the need for investment in infrastructure and housing that are increasingly the barriers to growth.
Details: Invited as a contributor on a panel for the NW Strategic Growth Partnership winter plenary event.
Officials: John McLaughlin, Garry Martin
Methods: Winter Plenary event of the NW strategic Growth Partnership on 30th November in An Grianan Hotel, Burt, Co.Donegal. Represented the business community on a panel during the conference. - Event / Reception
100% Redress / Compensation for MICA/PYRITE/SULPHATE Victims,Defective Concrete Action Group
2023-09-20
Intent: To Get a fully 100% Redress Scheme for Properties affected by Defective Concrete Blocks,Products & Aggregate
Details: Defective Concrete Block, Products & Aggregate Scandal
Officials: Darragh O'Brien, Albert Doherty, Anthony Molloy, Barry Sweeny, Brendan O'Donnell, Bryan Cannon, Ciaran Brogan, Donal 'Mandy' Kelly, ...
Methods: Email
Ibec
2023-09-20
Intent: Increased understanding of the business priorities to drive sustainable development in the North West Region
Details: Enterprise and economic priorities for the North West region
Officials: Garry Martin
Methods: Event / Reception
Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce
2023-01-18
Intent: Awareness of Cross border activity and Memorandum of Understanding between the Chambers.::Outlining the priorities of the Chambers in terms of economic development.
Details: Presentation by Letterkenny & Derry Chambers on Economic Development theme and working together to NWStrategic Partnership members facilitated by the NSMC
Officials: Ciaran Brogan, John McLaughlin, Garry Martin
Methods: Meeting took place on 16th September on line. - Virtual Meeting
Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce
2022-05-19
Intent: Update on the work of the NWRCBG and helping them gain an understanding of our work. Leading to a more meaningful working relationship
Details: Delegation from Letterkenny Chamber and Derry Chamber to NW Regional Cross Border Group
Officials: Richard Gibson, Garry Martin, Liam Ward, Michael McGarvey, Brendan O'Donnell, Ciaran Brogan, Albert Doherty, Paul Canning, ...
Methods: Preparation meeting with Donegal County Council officials on 17th January 22Preparation with Derry Chamber and Council officials from both sides of the border.Meeting with the full group on 21st January 22. Councillors and officials in attendance received a presentation from the Chamber delegation on a range of issues. A Q&A session followed. - Virtual Meeting
Ibec
2021-09-20
Intent: Ensure understanding and purpose of the campaign and the importance of Ireland's dynamic and diverse Experience Economy. Support for business position and Ibec's key policy asks for the Experience Economy as detailed within the campaign, that are underpinned by an evidence-based approach which aims to encompass the needs of both business and society.
Details: Ibec's Experience Economy Campaign
Officials: Margaret Ward, John McDonald, Fintan Towey, Niall Burgess, Chris Donoghue, John McCarthy, Niamh Allen, Martin Fraser, ...
Methods: Email, Social Media