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The Community Foundation for Ireland
Community
- Seeking re-commitment to first National Policy on Philanthropy in new Programme for Government. Call supported by advance copy of 2024 Community Foundation Ireland Impact Report showing donations of 27-Million plus in support of Equality For All in Thriving Communities.
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Emerald Airlines Limited
Transport
- Dublin Airport Passenger Cap
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Enable Ireland Disability Services Ltd
Finance
- Press release issued by Enable Ireland on 21.11.2024 requesting An Taoiseach to intervene to address Section 39 Pay Parity funding.
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Arthur Edward Guinness
Community
- Return to public purposefulness for The Iveagh Markets (heritage real estate) which have become neglected
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Construction Industry Federation (CIF)
Public Expenditure and Reform
- Distributed CIF's submission with recommendations for the Programme for Government 2025 on behalf of Hubert Fitzpatrick, Director General of CIF
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Dyslexia Association of Ireland
Education and Training
- Dyslexia Awareness Month Presentation for Oireachtas Members on The Need for Extra Time in State Exams
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Irish Petrol Retailers Association
Employment
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Irish Wildbird Conservancy
Environment
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Treoir (Federation of Services for Unmarried Parents and their Children)
Children and Youth Affairs
- emailed sent to encourage Parties to include Kinship Care in their election manifestos
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Rare Diseases Ireland
Health
- Inclusion of rare diseases in new Programme for Government
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The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA
· 93 returns
Sports and Recreation · Health · Agriculture · EU Affairs · Justice and Equality · Community · Environment · Local Government · Children and Youth Affairs · Education and Training · Housing · Social Protection · Finance · Taxation · Banking and Financial Institutions · Energy and Natural Resources · Budgetary matters
- Recreational Routes
- Well-being Framework for Ireland
- Programme for a New Government
- EU - Mercosur Trade Deal
- EU - Mercosur Trade Deal
- Agri-Food Regulator
- Green Public Procurement Policy
- Emergency Humanitarian Support Scheme - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Farm Safety
- Rural Social Scheme - IFA submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Crime in Rural Areas
- Litter
- Local Authorities Farm Inspection Protocol - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Planning Permission - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Walks Scheme
- Rural Roads
- Rural Transport
- Water
- Health - Primary Care Services - Rural Ireland
- Childcare
- Support for Agricultural Education
- Education - IFA submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Housing - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Fair Deal & Support for Older People
- Farm Assist
- LEADER
- Agricultural Rainy-Day Fund
- Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme (tyres)
- Taxation Measures to Support Climate Action
- VAT & Taxation on Farm Inputs
- Commercial Rates on Farm Buildings and Agricultural Land
- Stamp Duty on Agricultural Land - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Restoration of Indexation Relief - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Agricultural/Business Relief Capital Acquisition Tax (CAT) Values
- Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT) - IFA Submission to All Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Banking
- Measures Implementing Ireland's Biomethane Strategy
- Supports within Infrastructure, Climate and Nature Fund
- EU Environment Fund
- Fertiliser Register
- Protected Urea
- Agri Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES) - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
- EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
- Utilisation of Low Emission Slurry Spreading (LESS)
- Soil Monitoring and Resilience
- Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) - IFA Submission to All Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Nature Restoration Law - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Nitrates Directive/Derogation - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Agriculture Appeals
- Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS)
- Hedge Cutting and Controlled Burning
- Milling Industry Support - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Transition Period
- Pigs - 4 Day Notification of Organic Nutrient Movements
- Roundtable on Agriculture with the Taoiseach
- Farming & Food - A Sector Worth Backing
- Farming & Food - A Sector Worth Backing
- Mercosur Trade Deal
- Shared Island & Economic & social Research Institute (ESRI) Report Launch - Drivers of Income Inequality in Ireland and Northern Ireland
- Finance Bill 2024
- Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Multi Financial Framework (MFF) - IFA Submission to all Political Parties & Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election - Cost of Doing Business
- IFA CENTRAL ASKS of Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Invitation to Political Party leaders to address IFA National Council
- EU Trade Policy
- Producer Organisations (POs)
- Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) Support for Pig Farmers
- Generational Renewal
- EU Enlargement
- De Minimis State Aid Thresholds
- Simplified, Fully Funded Common Agricultural Policy (CAP)
- Poultry Farmers - Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Schemes (TAMS)
- Dog Control - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Pig Stability Fund
- Sheep - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Beef Sustainability Scheme - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election
- Mountain Access Projects
- Uplands Recreation Scheme
- Horticulture and Potatoes - 2024 General Election
- Areas of Natural Constraints (ANCs)
- Designated Natura Areas
- Amendments to State Aid Guidelines to Support Farmers with Ash Dieback
- Roadside Ash Dieback Scheme - 2024 General Election.
- Farm Forestry
- Aquaculture - 2024 General Election
- Organic Farming
- Tillage Expansion Scheme - I2024 General Election
- Tillage Survival Scheme
- Fallen Animals
- Non-Domestic Water Tariff
- Retaining Ireland's Nitrates Derogation - Common Objectives
- National Ploughing Championships 2024 - IFA Stand
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Down Syndrome Ireland
· 2 returns
Health
- Sinead Flynn requested a meeting with an Taoiseach Simon Harris. The request was for DSI's National Advisory Council to meet with an Taoiseach to discuss their work and speak about issues facing people with Down syndrome.
- Down Syndrome Ireland emailed party leaders asking them to take our manifesto into consideration. This manifesto discussed health, transport, and the rights of people with Down syndrome
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St. Joseph's Foundation
Health
- Wrote a letter to Taoiseach Simon Harris re engagement with Ms. Charlotte Fallon and delivery of services for those we support.
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Garda Síochána Retired Members' Association
Public Expenditure and Reform
- Wrote to the seven political parties in the run up to the General Election. Wrote to the Taoiseach and Tánaiste ahead of Government Formation Talks. In both representations the following matters were raised; Pension Parity, Entitlement to Negotiate Pensions, Post 1995 Pensions, Medical Card Assessment for over 70's, Cycle to Work Scheme.
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Independent Broadcasters of Ireland
Arts
- Advocating for fair, proportionate and accessible funding for independent radio sector and policies to put in place a level playing field.
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AgTech Ireland
· 2 returns
Agriculture
- General Election Manifesto - Understanding the transformative impact of agtech on Irish agriculture
- Pre-Budget 2025 Submission
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The Ark Childrens Cultural Centre CLG (The Ark)
· 3 returns
Children and Youth Affairs
- Joint letter on the call to raise the Increase for a Qualified Child (IQC payment) in Budget 2025.
- Joint letter calling for the implementation of the International Protection Child Payment
- Spoke with An Taoiseach Simon Harris in relation to The Ark Children's Cultural Centre and the Child Poverty Unit in the Taoiseach's Department
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BeLonG To Youth Services Ltd.
· 2 returns
Health · Children and Youth Affairs
- Request to meet to discuss the research 'Trans Healthcare in Ireland from Belong To and UCD.
- The CEO of Belong To emailed TDs to congratulate them on their election and to highlight the importance of including priority LGBTQ+ issues in the Programme for Government.
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NCBI
Health
- Inclusion in Programme for Government of priorities for people who are vision impaired
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GP Care For All
Health
- Request amendment to Legislation
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Early Childhood Ireland
· 2 returns
Children and Youth Affairs
- Programme for Government
- Budget 2025
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The Iveagh Trust
Housing
- General discussion concerning social housing and The Iveagh Trust
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LauraLynn Ireland's Children's Hospice
Health
- Seeking the inclusion of specific commitments on children's palliative care in Programme for Government 2025.
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Pavee Point Traveller & Roma Centre
Justice and Equality
- Hate Crime Hate Speech legislation
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Fórsa trade union
· 6 returns
Budgetary matters · Environment · Employment · Public Expenditure and Reform · Health
- Emailed politicians regarding the findings of a recent report by TASC commissioned by Fórsa seeking increased State action on the cost of living..
- Emailed politicians regarding the findings of a recent report by TASC commissioned by Fórsa seeking increased State action concerning on climate change.
- Emailed politicians regarding the findings of a recent report by TASC commissioned by Fórsa seeking increased State action concerning the expansion of artificial intelligence.
- Invite to all Oirechtas members to the launch of the Fórsa general election manifesto. It included an outline of Fórsa policy priorities for implementation of the next government, which sought a commitment to protecting remote working and the introduction of a four day working week pilot programmes in the public and civil service. There was follow-up correspondence regarding this campaign, and asking for key recommendations to be included in the next Programme for Government.
- Invite to all Oirechtas members to the launch of the Fórsa general election manifesto. It included an outline of Forsa policy priorities for implementation of the next government, which included increased public service pay and commitment to investment in quality public services. There was follow-up correspondence regarding this campaign, and asking for key recommendations to be included in the next Programme for Government.
- Kevin Callinan Fórsa General Sec sought a meeting with the Taoiseach, Tánaiste and the Minister of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth. The letter highlighted the urgent need to resolve funding & pay disparity issues for workers providing services that would otherwise have to be provided by the State, who are paid at a lower rate than their counterparts directly employed by public service organisations. Mr Callinan sought a meeting in order to prevent serious industrial dispute
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European Anti-Poverty Network Ireland
· 8 returns
Justice and Equality · Social Protection · Budgetary matters · Community · Employment · Public Expenditure and Reform
- Emails with attached letters sent to all political parties on behalf of the Add the 10th Alliance re inclusion of commitment to adding socio-economic ground in equality legislation in their election manifestos
- EAPN Ireland General Election Manifesto
- EAPN Ireland priorities for the next Programme for Government
- EAPN Ireland General Election Manifesto
- EAPN Ireland General Election Manifesto
- EAPN Ireland General Election Manifesto
- EAPN Ireland priorities for the next Programme for Government
- EAPN Ireland priorities for the next Programme for Government
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Screen Producers Ireland
Arts
- Email congratulating specific TDs on election results
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Sightsavers Ireland
Foreign Affairs
- Retention of ODA funding, increase for funding for disability inclusive development
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County Wexford Chamber of Industry and Commerce CLG
· 2 returns
Education and Training · Economic Development and Industry
- Development of proposed programmes in veterinary medicine, nursing, and pharmacy at the South East Technological University.
- Decisive government action on Waterford Airport development before dissolution of the Dáil.
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Community Platform
· 2 returns
Social Protection
- Community Platform Manifesto for the General Election
- Community Platform priorities for the next Programme for Government
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Gaisce - The President's Award
Children and Youth Affairs
- Engagement to encourage Gaisce inclusion in election manifesto / programme for Government
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Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
Children and Youth Affairs
- Invitation to a roundtable held by An Taoiseach Simon Harris to discuss online safety matters for children and young people.
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Age Action
Public Expenditure and Reform
- Pre-election submissions to all political parties
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Irish Congress of Trade Unions
· 3 returns
Transport · Community · Foreign Affairs
- Passenger cap at Dublin Airport
- Pay negotiations in Community and Voluntary Sector
- Pass the Occupied Territories Bill
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Licensed Vintners Association
· 3 returns
Economic Development and Industry · Finance
- Licensed Trade Policy Priorities for the Programme for Government
- Submission to Fianna Fáil and Fina Gael General Election Manifesto
- Budget 2025 and the Hospitality Sector
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HUGG Healing Untold Grief Groups Company Limited by Guarantee
Health
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Mental Health Reform
· 4 returns
Health · Budgetary matters
- Letter re a sustainable funding model for publicly funded service delivery organisations providing essential public services on behalf of the state.
- MHR's Pre-Budget Campaign 2025 - https://mentalhealthreform.ie/budget-2025
- Mental Health Bill 2024
- Programme for Government Briefing & LSE Launch Save the Date
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Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors ( AGSI)
Employment
- Conduct & Performance Regulations 2024
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Doras Luimní
· 2 returns
Justice and Equality
- Call for Payment of the International Protection Child Payment (joint letter sent by CRA)
- Programme for Government submission
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NBI Infrastructure DAC
Communications
- Engagement and information sharing regarding the delivery of broadband infrastructure as part of the National Broadband Plan.
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Irish Road Haulage Association
Transport
- Budget 2025. Salary for HGV drivers. Haulage industry costs. Road user safety forum. Retrofit Tacho in Ireland. FG manifesto & licensed haulage sector. Holyhead Port. Price gouging & by CLDN shipping. Actions of CLDN regarding price gouging.
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Dexcom
Health
- Diabetes Policy in Ireland
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Limerick Chamber
Economic Development and Industry
- Limerick Chamber emailed a copy of their Mid-West Policy Priorities for General Election 2024 to all relevant Ministers, TDs and Senators
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Fair Seas Ireland
· 3 returns
Environment
- Fair Seas election manifesto sent to relevant personnel across all main political parties
- Letter to party leaders and government formation negotiators regarding the importance of the Marine Protected Area Bill
- Request to receive letters from schoolchildren as part of demonstration outside Dáil Eireann
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National Adult Literacy Agency
Education and Training
- We advocated for three commitments in the next programme for government: (1) Ringfence funding for additional adult upskilling at Levels 1-4 on the NFQ (2) Put targeted resources behind Government literacy strategies (3) Appoint a Minister of State for Lifelong Learning
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European Network Against Racism (ENAR) Ireland CLG
Justice and Equality
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Amgen
Health
- Discussed EU pharmaceutical legislation, IP, market access to innovative medicines, and Amgen's manufacturing footprint in Ireland
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Think Bodywhys CLG
Health
- Draft Programme For Government
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Novo Nordisk Limited
Health
- Engagement with Government regarding the life-sciences sector in Ireland and the EU General Pharmaceutical Legislation (GPL).
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Lir Communications Ltd
Education and Training
- Follow-up on the invitation to the Taoiseach to formally open Explorium.