Intent: To brief Cork Representatives on the work of National Learning Network and to seek their support for a review of the current funding utilisation based funding model. ::To highlight local transport issues for students attending NLN, Hollyhill and seek improved transport options for students
Details: Open Day for Public Representatives at National Learning Network, Hollyhill, Cork,
Email to all Oireachtas members from Cork constituencies inviting them to the National Learning Network Open Day in Hollyhill, Cork, taking place on 8 May Follow-up email and contact with their offices - EmailOpen day in National Learning Network, Hollyhill, Representatives were given a tour by students. NLN Director of Learning, Rita Day, briefed the public representatives on challenges facing NLN under the current funding model. - Lobby day
Intent: To seek political support and Government funding commitment for the upgrade of the R624 road, ensuring it is prioritised in the National Development Plan / capital investment programme.
Details: Upgrading of the R624 road linking Cobh to N25, including road safety, accessibility, and economic impact on Cobh and Great Island
Cobh & harbour Chamber Business Lunch event held on 4th September in Commodore Hotel with Jack Chambers TD as speaker, Emma Love from Irish Rail and Paul Hegarty from Port of Cork. - Event / Reception
Intent: Secured national funding for Phase 1 of the projectCommencement of construction worksIncreased footfall and dwell time in CobhAttraction of private investment in retail and hospitalityJob creation and enhanced business confidenceImproved visitor experience for cruise and rail arrivals
Details: Advocacy for national capital funding and a confirmed delivery timeline for Phase 1 of the approved and shovel-ready Cobh Public Realm Enhancement Plan. The project focuses on transforming the arrival experience from the Port of Cork cruise berth and Cobh rail terminal into the town centre, improvin, ...
Cobh & harbour Chamber Business Lunch event held on 4th September in Commodore Hotel with Jack Chambers TD as speaker, Emma Love from Irish Rail and Paul Hegarty from Port of Cork. - Event / Reception
Intent: To invite elected representatives to the official opening of the Little Island Biomethane Plant and showcase its importance in delivering national biomethane production targets and Climate Action Plan.
Details: Invite to the opening of the Little Island Biomethane Plant
Intent: A better understanding of the EU's role in tackling the housing and homelessness crisis in Ireland.
Details: Invite to morning roundtable discussion with some of Ireland's newly elected MEPs to explore the EU's role in tackling the housing and homelessness crisis in Ireland.
Intent: To discuss and advance Cork Chamber's members' priorities regarding economic development in County Cork in a meeting with Fianna Fáil Councillors on Cork County Council.
Details: Meeting with Councillors regarding Economic Development
Meeting with Fianna Fáil Councillors on Cork County Council on 14th October 2024 in Cork County Hall to discuss business priorities for County Cork and current issues affecting economic development in the region, such as talent, skills and competitiveness. - Meeting
Intent: To exchange views and progress priorities in the area of transport development in County Cork in a meeting with Fianna Fáil Councillors on Cork County Council.
Details: Meeting with Councillors regarding Transport in County Cork
Meeting with Fianna Fáil Councillors on Cork County Council on 14th October 2024 in Cork County Hall to issues related to transport in County Cork, including priority roads projects, such as the R624, the M28 and the M20, as well as public transport priorities, like BusConnects and Cork commuter rail. - Meeting
Intent: Inform local government representatives alongside local community members and residents as to the specific detail within the already submitted planning application and give them opportunity to ask any questions.
Details: Invited local government representatives to an information session to outline the already submitted planning application by PepsiCo Little Island, Cork
Invited gov rep to attend 1 of 4 information sessions, 1 hour long, at PepsiCo HQ, Little Island Cork. The PepsiCo team would share the detail within the already submitted planning application and give them opportunity to ask any questions. - Event / Reception
