Intent: To discuss the ‘Cancer Dashboard for Ireland’ developed by the Swedish Institute for Health Economics (IHE) with support from MSD which provides analysis of the state of cancer care in Ireland with focus on early detection, timely diagnosis, and equitable access to effective treatment.
Details: Cancer Outcomes in Ireland
Intent: Request that the Committee considers and discusses the concerns and takes corrective action urgently
Details: Wrote to the Joint Committee on Disability Matters to express urgent concern regarding the challenges faced by persons with disabilities living within the Direct Provision system.
Intent: Funding to support the key priorities for disabled people as outlined in the ODG's Pre-Budget 2026 Submission
Details: Oireachtas Disability Group - Pre-Budget 2026 Campaign
Intent: To raise the profile of rare disease policy amongst Irish political stakeholders & seek updates on a range of rare disease policy matters.
Details: Rare Disease Policy in Ireland
Intent: Incorporate FCI proposals into policy/ actions in 2026 budget
Details: FCI Pre- Budget Submissions 2026
Intent: Improved outcomes for family carers in Ireland-Oireachtas Cross Party Interest Group for Family Carers::Programme for Government Commitments for family carers
Details: Programme for government- to advance carers issues within the Dáil
Intent: Restoration of the 9% rate of VAT for hospitality food services::Measures to improve cost competitiveness and avoid any further cost increases::For a review to be carried out of options for assisting hotels to develop employer-led staff accommodation across the sector::Targeted funding for a national hotel retrofitting scheme to reduce carbon footprint::Increased investment and support for tourism marketing both domestically and overseas.::Insurance reform and policy to avoid any additional increases in insurance costs::Increased investment in training and skills development within the sector::Robust enforcement of regulations around short term lettings::Additional resources for tourism economic research::Avoid the introduction of a tourist tax::Increased air access including removal of cap at Dublin airport
Details: Seeking Government measures to support the continued recovery of Ireland's tourism and hospitality industry
Intent: To inform Oireachtas representatives on the links between alcohol and cancer
Details: Alcohol health labels
Intent: 1) Provided an update on improvements in HSI horse passporting and registration since 2024. ::2) Highlighted Prof Wall report, horse welfare issues and need for action. ::3) Outlined success of National Breeding Services. ::4) Highlighted high performance programme - successes and gaps. ::5) Explained challenges for the sport horse sector - US tariffs, succession planning, employment permits, skills gaps etc. ::6) Provided breakdown of HSI structure and funding. ::7) Highlighted challenges facing riding centres around the costs of commercial rates and insurance.
Details: Issues and challenges facing sport horse sector
Intent: To inform TDs and Senators about The Wheel's priorities for Budget 2026, which includes issues such as sustainable funding for the sector, equality of pay, increased compliance requirements, and the hidden infrastructure provided by the sector in areas such as health, social care, housing and climate action.
Details: The Wheel hosted launch event for our Pre-Budget Submission 2026. It comprised a panel discussion with speakers from community and voluntary organisations and an overview of The Wheel's priorities for Budget 2026. We invited Ministers, TDs and Senators from the most relevant departments and joint Oi, ...
