Intent: Support for the continuation of ACA programmes in ACRES and Organics and a new programme for Nitrates and Agri Environment Specialists to assist with the vast private sector client base. Also, ACA submitted their views on other EU and National farm programmes.
Intent: I was lobbying the government on policy regarding the ELE sector and the introduction of the long awaited IEM. The proposed LP fund is a matter of grave concern. PCN currently has a bespoke LP insurance which includes medical insurance and also protects teachers and staff. PCN's bespoke insurance is far superior than the proposed LP fund. We should be allowed to continue to offer the protection we currently do and not be asked to contribute to the proposed LP fund.
Details: I was lobbying the government on policy regarding the ELE sector and the introduction of the long awaited IEM. The proposed LP fund is a matter of grave concern. PCN currently has a bespoke LP insurance which includes medical insurance and also protects teachers and staff. PCN's bespoke insurance is, ...
I was lobbying the government on policy regarding the ELE sector and the introduction of the long awaited IEM. The proposed LP fund is a matter of grave concern. PCN currently has a bespoke LP insurance which includes medical insurance and also protects teachers and staff. PCN's bespoke insurance is far superior than the proposed LP fund. We should be allowed to continue to offer the protection we currently do and not be asked to contribute to the proposed LP fund. - Email
Intent: To express IBA longstanding support for the Introduction of Gambling Regulation in Ireland and to share our views on key concerns about the Bill for a small number of sections.
Details: General Scheme of Gambling Regulation bill and Amendments
Emails to highlight a number of serious legal concerns about the unintended consequences that will arise from several provisions in the Bill if the opportunity to amend is not taken, in addition to a request for meeting to discuss same. - EmailMeeting to highlight a number of serious legal concerns about the unintended consequences that will arise from several provisions in the Bill if the opportunity to amend is not taken, along with financial implications - Meeting
Advocating for a public system of childcare as part of the programme for government, NWC Director wrote to leaders of Fine Gael and Fianna Fail seeking a commitment to a public system of childcare. Sent 20.12.24 - LetterCare Officer, and Women's Equality Co-ordinator attended the Sinn Fein Ard Fheis. Intended outcome was to get endorsement and commitment to a model of public childcare. Discussion on this campaign with: Cllr Michelle GouldMaurice Quinlivan TDSenator Paul GavanDarren O’Rourke TD Matt Carthy TD ' - Lobby dayEmail sent to ask for a commitment to Public Childcare in General Election Manifestos and subsequent programme for government negotiations.Claire Kerrane, Brid Smith, Mary Seery Kearney, Jennifer Murnane O’Connor, Jennifer Whitmore - Email
Hard copy of our Manifesto was sent by letter/email to relevant spokespersons and Ministers - LetterThe NDSA held three election hustings in Galway 14 November Limerick 19 November Dublin Candidates attended election hustings organised by NDSA. Service users and staff from Rehab were in attendance and raised issues of concern to them. - Event / Reception
Intent: To highlight that a River Basin Management Plan for Ireland published this week shows the amount of work that is ongoing nationally and at farm level within the agricultural sector to improve water quality.::To highlight that the breadth of new measures and actions that have been implemented in the last number of years by farmers and the wider industry to improve water quality is significant.::To highlight that the plan clearly sets out the range of new measures that have been introduced under the 5th Nitrates Action Plan and the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Strategic Plan, as well as the targeted programmes such as the Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme (ASSAP) or the Water European Innovation Partnership Scheme (EIP) that work directly with farmers reduce nutrient losses and support action.::To highlight that the Water Action Plan shows the drive of farmers and the wider industry to deliver improvements in water quality. The recently launched Better Farmin
Intent: Signatures on a statement of support for Baha'i women in Iran
Details: We emailed the 220 public representatives - TDs and Senators - to ask them to sign a statement - 'Join UN Rapporteurs to help protect Baha'i Women in Iran.'
We emailed the 220 public representatives - TDs and Senators - to ask them to sign a statement - 'Join UN Rapporteurs to help protect Baha'i Women in Iran.' - Email
Intent: Ensure awareness of business priorities to support future business growth and sustainable economic development in the South-East including key recommendations for Budget 2025 and the business priorities for the next government.