Intent: To disseminate the findings of the MESL annual update report and the associated evidence-based policy recommendations in the Pre-Budget Submission
Details: Disseminate annual Minimum Essential Standard of Living report and associated pre-budget submission policy recommendations
Attended Social Inclusion Forum, 8th May, to contribute latest MESL findings to the discussion - Event / ReceptionEmail sent on 27th May to inform of upcoming publication of MESL 2025 report and invite to MESL seminar - EmailMESL seminar held on 17th June in Buswells Hotel, Dublin. Included presentation from MESL Research Team on the cost of a MESL in 2025, giving an overview of the: - change in cost of the minimum essentials required to live with dignity - cumulative impact of inflation since 2020 on minimum living costs and income adequacy - assessment of adequacy of social welfare supports - examination of the impact of services and in-work supports - outlining key policy recommendations for Budget 2026. - Event / Reception
2 phone calls between NWC Head of Policy to Clare Mogovan, special advisor (4/10/2024 and 11/11/2024) to inform of NWC's general election asks. - Phone callEmail from NWC Head of Policy to share NWC's Programme for Government recommendations, Intended result was commitment to NWC's recommendations in next PfG. Email sent on 17/12/25 to the following: Minister Jack Chambers, Sam Griffin special advisor, Minister Micheal Martin, Diarmuid Lynch special advisor, Grainne Weld special advisor, An Taoiseach Simon Harris, Clare Mungovan special advisor, Minister Mary Butler, Minister Paschal Donohoe, Minister Helen McEntee, Minister James Browne. - EmailEmail sent by NWC Head of Policy to James Browne with the intention to inform of NWC'S general election asks. 17.12.24 - Email
Intent: To recommend potential initiatives and priorities for inclusion in the next Programme for Government that would support the delivery of ESB's Net Zero Emissions Strategy by 2040.
Details: Meeting with political parties involved in government formation talks setting out ESB's Strategy and highlighting areas for consideration as part of their discussions.
Intent: Better understanding of the challenges for the sector and an amendment to addressdisproportionate regulation of radio in the Gambling Regulation Bill
Details: Introduction to Bauer & the challenges for the broadcast sector, including the Gambling Regulation Bill 2022
Intent: To inform that the new research and analysis on minimum home energy costs was available::Provide evidence based recommendations for alternative policy approach to supporting households meet the cost of energy needs
Details: Dissemination of MESL Research Paper on Minimum Home Energy Costs
Intent: To inform that the MESL analysis of the impact of Budget 2025 was published::Provide evidence based forecast of adequacy of social welfare rates, National Minimum Wage and in-work supports in 2025
Details: Distribution of Budget 2025 MESL Impact Briefing
Intent: Investment in public services; just transition; education for community workers; quality and affordable early childhood care; Political leadership on inclusion & solidarity; Cross-department actions in resourcing local communities; Support for the work and expansion of Community Development Programme; A commitment to resourcing community development; Resourcing national civil society organisations that address poverty; Strengthening collaborative governance.
Details: Sent CWI Election Priorities to political parties, relevant Ministers, advisors and election candidates in the run up to the General election. Sent a second document outlining CWI asks for the new Programme for Government based on the initial CWI Election Priorities to elected representatives and a, ...
15 Emails sent on 03/10 to various Oireachtas Members forwarding copy of the letter sent to An Taoiseach. - EmailAttended and spoke at Fianna Fáil's Budget Civil Society Consultation on Social Protection on 27/09.Attended Sinn Féin's post-budget & Section 39 roundtable on 16/10. - Event / ReceptionDFI Pre-Budget Briefing held on 28/09 in AV Room, Leinster House (invitation sent to all Oireachtas members, and attended by various members). - Event / Reception
