Cork South-Central — week of Mon, 19 May

What your Cork South-Central TDs did this week

Mon, 19 May – 25 May 2025 · 5 TDs · 4 bills voted on · 32 questions · 318 new lobbying filings

Votes this week

Information on Repairability of Certain Products Bill 2024

2025-05-21 · 1 vote · Sinn Féin PMB

A bill to provide that information relating to the repairability of certain products be made available and to provide for related matters

The motion · motion failed 64–77

Voted for 1 Pádraig Rice

Did not vote 4 Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire · Jerry Buttimer · Micheál Martin · Séamus McGrath

Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2022 (Section 9(2)) (Amount of Financial Contribution) Order 2025

2025-05-21 · 1 vote

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 41–101

Voted against 1 Pádraig Rice

Did not vote 4 Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire · Jerry Buttimer · Micheál Martin · Séamus McGrath

Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach

2025-05-20 · 1 vote

The motion · motion passed 8–6

Voted against 1 Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire

Did not vote 4 Jerry Buttimer · Micheál Martin · Pádraig Rice · Séamus McGrath

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business

2025-05-20 · 1 vote

The week's Dáil business schedule · motion passed 90–70

Voted for 3 Jerry Buttimer · Micheál Martin · Séamus McGrath

Voted against 2 Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire · Pádraig Rice

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire — Sinn Féin 2 votes · 1 question · 26 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 1 total

Taoiseach 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire asked the Taoiseach if he will provide an update on the progress of the national security strategy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18074/25]

New lobbying 26 returns

BioMarin International Limited Health
- Rare disease policy in Ireland and the EU.
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Email campaign to TDs
Epilepsy Ireland Health
- Seeking support for Epilepsy Ireland's campaign to have epilepsy added to the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)
The Union of Students in Ireland Education and Training
- Lobby day email
College of Psychiatrists of Ireland Health
- Mental Health Bill 2024 and concerns re inability to provide treatment to all who will be involuntarily hospitalised due to current iteration.To provide descriptions using video recordings of people who had benefited from treatment under the current Mental Health Act explaining their illnesses and the necessary treatment provided in a timely manner.
Alcohol Action Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Zero alcohol product advertising
- Health information labelling of alcohol products
Vulcan Consulting Limited Health
- Rare Disease Policy
UNICEF Ireland Foreign Affairs
- Email to Members of the Oireachtas regarding imminent famine in Gaza
Ibec · 6 returns Food · Economic Development and Industry
- Trade Policy Priorities of the Food and Drink Sector 2025
- Technology Ireland engagement with Sinn Féin
- BioPharmaChem Ireland position on transatlantic trade conflict.
- Small Firms Association Small Business Awards
- Technology Ireland "Lunch & Learn" event with Oireachtas members
- Briefing event on US tarrifs
Youth Work Ireland Children and Youth Affairs
- Annual briefing for Oireachtas members
National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of Ireland Foreign Affairs
- Asked two representatives to think of ways that the Irish Government can address the crisis facing the Baha'is in Iran
Irish Red Cross Budgetary matters
- Activities relating to a briefing session at Leinster House on 25/02/25, where we held a session for all TDs and Senators to present the results of a survey on the experiences of hosts under the pledged accommodation project
ActionAid Ireland · 2 returns Foreign Affairs
- Report shared
- Meet to discuss ActionAid work and our priorities.
Migrant Rights Centre Ireland Justice and Equality
- Family Reunion Policy
Irish Cancer Society Health
- Daffodil Day 2025
Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation
- Email to members of the Oireachtas concerning the E-liquids Products Tax and concerns around the mechanism chosen to implement the tax via self-declaration rather than as a tax-stamp. Hale also referred to research commissioned from Forvis Mazars which raised several important policy considerations around the E-Liquids products tax including the potential for a surge in illicit and grey market sales.
Christian Aid Ireland · 2 returns Foreign Affairs · EU Affairs
- Human rights in Israel & the occupied Palestinian territory (IOPT)
- Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive & Omnibus
American Chamber of Commerce Ireland Economic Development and Industry
- Provide AmCham views on the US-Ireland trade and investment relationship

Jerry Buttimer — Fine Gael 1 vote · 0 questions · 38 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 38 returns

ENERGY CLOUD Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) Energy and Natural Resources
- Guest speaker at launch of Cork Project between EnergyCloud Ireland, Cork City Council and Age Friendly whereby homes will be equipped with an EnergyCloud enabled smart device to allow them to benefit from free tanks of hot water, from surplus renewable energy.
Gaelic Players Association Sports and Recreation
- Discussion of the financial strain paced on inter-county players through playing their games
Nursing Homes Ireland Health
- Letter issued to new government Ministers and Ministers for State congratulating them on their new appointments and commitment to work collaboratively
Irish Heart Foundation Health
- Welcoming and congratulating new TDs on their election to the 34th Dáil.
Community Law & Mediation · 2 returns Justice and Equality
- Letter and email highlighting serious funding challenge facing Community Law & Mediation’s Limerick centre, due to withdrawal European Social Intervention Fund, which could jeopardise the essential services we provide in regeneration communities and requesting meeting/assistance.
- Letter and email highlighting serious funding challenge facing Community Law & Mediation’s Limerick centre, due to withdrawal European Social Intervention Fund, which could jeopardise the essential services we provide in regeneration communities and requesting meeting/assistance.
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Email campaign to TDs
Community Workers' Limited Community
- Correspondence sent to Minister Darragh Calleary and Minister Jerry Buttimer congratulating them on their new appointments and seeking meetings with them to introduce our organisations, to discuss the work that we do, our connections with the department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, our views on the current context for community development and the opportunities and challenges that we face.
The Wheel Community
- The Wheel's Advocacy and Campaigns Manager requested meetings with newly-appointed Ministers and spokespeople to discuss priorities for the community and voluntary sector, and follow up on commitments in the Programme for Government.
Epilepsy Ireland Health
- Seeking support for Epilepsy Ireland's campaign to have epilepsy added to the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)
College of Psychiatrists of Ireland Health
- Mental Health Bill 2024 and concerns re inability to provide treatment to all who will be involuntarily hospitalised due to current iteration.To provide descriptions using video recordings of people who had benefited from treatment under the current Mental Health Act explaining their illnesses and the necessary treatment provided in a timely manner.
Coach Tourism and Transport Council of Ireland Transport
- 22.04.25
Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - IACP · 3 returns Finance · Health · Taxation
- VAT exemption for psychotherapy and counselling services
- The importance of the Counselling in Schools Pilot
- Expansion of Tax Relief to Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
daa plc Transport
- Letter to Ministers on appointment
Alcohol Action Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Zero alcohol product advertising
- Health information labelling of alcohol products
Volunteering Ireland · 2 returns Community
- Post Election Engagement Letter 5
- Meeting with Jerry Buttimer TD Minister of State for Community Development, Charities, Gaeltacht and the Islands
BeLonG To Youth Services Ltd. Children and Youth Affairs
- Emailed new ministers requesting meetings to discuss Belong To's work and policy priorities.
Youth Work Ireland · 2 returns Children and Youth Affairs
- Annual briefing for Oireachtas members
- Letter raising concerns about the impact of charity regulation on small youth clubs with small levels of funding
Ibec · 3 returns Food · Economic Development and Industry
- Irish Drinks Export Markets - Government St Patrick's Day missions
- Small Firms Association Small Business Awards
- Technology Ireland "Lunch & Learn" event with Oireachtas members
National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of Ireland Foreign Affairs
- Asked two representatives to think of ways that the Irish Government can address the crisis facing the Baha'is in Iran
Pender & Associates Ltd Economic Development and Industry
- Invite to attend ALDI photocalls
All Ireland Endorsement Body for Community Work Education and Training Education and Training
- Communicated with two Ministers and one of their advisors requesting a meeting with to ask for a meeting to discuss our work and our ongoing support needs
Irish Red Cross Budgetary matters
- Activities relating to a briefing session at Leinster House on 25/02/25, where we held a session for all TDs and Senators to present the results of a survey on the experiences of hosts under the pledged accommodation project
LGBT Support and Advocacy Network Ireland CLG Justice and Equality
- Marriage Referendum +10 Conference
Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation
- Email to members of the Oireachtas concerning the E-liquids Products Tax and concerns around the mechanism chosen to implement the tax via self-declaration rather than as a tax-stamp. Hale also referred to research commissioned from Forvis Mazars which raised several important policy considerations around the E-Liquids products tax including the potential for a surge in illicit and grey market sales.
ActionAid Ireland Foreign Affairs
- AV room launch of paper on Irelands role in the fossil fuel industry where we shared the findings and recommendations.
Education for Sustainability Education and Training
- Climate Literacy and Education
John Gallagher Community
- Promotion of Policies of The Wheel for charity, social enterprise and community and voluntary organisationsuntary sector
Friends of the Earth Energy and Natural Resources
- Advocacy re Programme for Government
Social Innovation Growth Fund Ireland Limited trading as Rethink Ireland. Community
- Discuss the Dormant Accounts Fund, role of social innovation and philanthropy and how Rethink Ireland can support policy
Car Rental Council of Ireland Transport
- Decarbonising of commercial fleets

Micheál Martin — Fianna Fáil 1 vote · 0 questions · 197 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 197 returns

Ruhama · 2 returns Justice and Equality
- Invitation to a Ruhama launch event in Cork
- Invitation to a Ruhama launch event in Cork
Uisce Éireann Budgetary matters
- Meetings to discuss funding for major projects and investment requirements for Uisce Eireann arising from review of National Development Plan.
Gaelic Players Association · 3 returns Sports and Recreation
- Discussion of the financial strain paced on inter-county players through playing their games
- Meetings with various government and opposition TDs to discuss the Indecon Report, commissioned by the GPA, whish looks at the economic impact of inter-county players.
- Financial Support for Inter-County Players
Shannon Chamber · 16 returns Economic Development and Industry · Public Expenditure and Reform · Local Government · Transport · Energy and Natural Resources · Housing · Employment
- A request that URDF funding, or similar funding, be reinstated to ensure that delivery of the first phase of the Shannon Town Centre Masterplan - the OneShannonHub - be implemented
- A request that URDF funding, or similar funding, be reinstated to ensure that delivery of the first phase of the Shannon Town Centre Masterplan - the OneShannonHub - be implemented
- A request that URDF funding, or similar funding, be reinstated to ensure that delivery of the first phase of the Shannon Town Centre Masterplan - the OneShannonHub - be implemented
- Request to Government, in the Chamber's Programme for Government submission, to develop a new National Aviation Policy prioritising the sustainable growth across all state airports.
- Request to Government, in Shannon Chamber's Programme for Government, for Shannon Airport to be permanently included in the Regional Airports Programme.
- Request to Government, in Shannon Chamber's Programme for Government, to prioritise developing reliable transport infrastructure, including setting a timeline for the development of a direct rail connection to Shannon Airport.
- Request to Government, in Shannon Chamber's Programme for Government, for Shannon Airport to be permanently included in the Regional Airports Programme.
- Request to Government, in the Chamber's Programme for Government submission, to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government, in the Chamber's Programme for Government submission, to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government, in the Chamber's Programme for Government submission, to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government, in the Chamber's Programme for Government submission, to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government, in Shannon Chamber's Programme for Government, for urgent action to be taken to address the impact the lack of housing is having on the Irish economy.
- Request to Government, in Shannon Chamber's Programme for Government, for urgent action to be taken to address the impact the lack of housing is having on the Irish economy.
- Request to Government, in Shannon Chamber's Programme for Government, for urgent action to be taken to address the impact the lack of housing is having on the Irish economy.
- Request to Government, in the Chamber's Programme for Government submission, that a review of the General Work Permits salary thresholds be undertaken.
- Request to Government, in the Chamber's Programme for Government submission, that a review of the General Work Permits salary thresholds be undertaken.
StartBright Early Learning Centres Company CLG · 2 returns Children and Youth Affairs
- Government policy on Public system of EEEC
- Speaker at Together for Public Alliance demonstration outside Leinster house
Fair Seas Ireland Environment
- Letter to Micheal Martin re Programme for Government negotiations and Marine Protected Areas
Nursing Homes Ireland Health
- NHI corresponded with TD's and Ministers as a follow up regarding the negotiations for the Programme for Government and requirement to ensure express commitments onpolicy on care of the older person.
ALLIANCE OF MEDICINES FOR IRELAND COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE Health
- Correspondence to relevant stakeholders regarding the implications of the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
CHILDREN'S RIGHTS ALLIANCE - REPUBLIC OF IRELAND LIMITED Children and Youth Affairs
- Advocacy on Children's Rights Alliance Report Card 2025.
BioMarin International Limited Health
- Rare disease policy in Ireland and the EU.
Unite the Union, Ireland Region Employment
- Government assistance to secure jobs at Spirit AeroSystems
Irish Heart Foundation Health
- Tobacco and e-cigarette policy
Rockwood Consulting ULC Housing
- Meeting request to discuss the rental market, rent pressure zone legislation and how this policy is impacting supply, and the impact of tenancies of indefinite duration on the property rights of landlords
Rehab Group Public Expenditure and Reform
- Letter of support for Joan Carthy to be one of Taoiseach's nominees to Seanad
Immigrant Council of Ireland Justice and Equality
- Hate Speech and Hate Crime Legislation
Business Objects Software Limited Economic Development and Industry
- US-Ireland Partnership for Growth
Center for Independent Living Justice and Equality
- letters sent to Ministers welcoming them on their appointment and requesting meetings to bring issues raised by Disabled People to ILMI
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Taoiseach visit to Orsted offices
RGDATA Community
- Programme for Government Negotiations
Irish Distillers Trade
- Irish Distillers made representations regarding developments in international trade policy and the potential introduction of tariffs on Irish whiskey
The Wheel Community
- The Wheel's Campaigns and Advocacy Manager emailed new TDs to advocate for the needs and priorities of the community and voluntary sector in the upcoming Programme for Government.
Fórsa trade union · 3 returns Employment · Foreign Affairs
- Kevin Callinan, Fórsa General Secretary sent a letter to An Taoiseach. The letter outlines concerns regarding the current structure of the LEEF. Highlighting its limitations in effectively addressing challenges facing workers & society, compares present political and economic circumstances to those at the inception of social partnership in 1987, & argues for renewed social dialogue to enhance social cohesion and address key national issues.
- A letter from Kevin Callinan, Fórsa General Secretary urges the Minister for Foreign Affairs to advocate at the EU level for the release of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya, a detained Palestinian doctor, and other healthcare workers in Gaza, highlighting the humanitarian crisis and Fórsa’s solidarity with the outgoing situation.
- Letter to the Taoiseach addresses concerns regarding the Dept Social Protection's unilateral decision to reduce access to remote and hybrid working arrangements, which contradicts the commitments outlined in the Blended Working Policy Framework for Civil Service Organisations (2022) and the Public Service Agreement 2024-2026.
National Disability Services Association Justice and Equality
- Letter re programme for government issued 10 Jan 2025
Epilepsy Ireland Health
- Seeking support for Epilepsy Ireland's campaign to have epilepsy added to the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)
Mental Health Reform Health
- MHR's London School of Economics Research Launch - March 6th 2025
Amgen Trade
- Conversation on trade policy and the impact on the pharmaceuticals sector
Dexcom Health
- Diabetes Policy in Ireland
Pavee Point Traveller & Roma Centre Justice and Equality
- Hate Crime Hate Speech legislation
The Union of Students in Ireland Education and Training
- Lobby day email
Helping Irish Hosts CLG Justice and Equality
- Letter and email re Accommodation Recognition Payment (ARP) extension
The Irish Co-operative Organisation Society Ltd · 2 returns Agriculture
- Programme for Government
- Programme for Government
Outhouse CLG · 3 returns Health · Justice and Equality
- Healthcare for Trans People
- Ban on Conversion Practices
- Hate Speech and Hate Crime Legislation
DBI Advisory & Services Company Limited By Guarantee Economic Development and Industry
- Issued proposal to Taoiseach to request that each Department propose how they could integrate AI into the work of their Departments
Alliance for Insurance Reform Banking and Financial Institutions
- Seeking policy decisions that will reduce the cost of insurance for our members and Irish society as a whole to affordable levels and keep it that way.
Trócaire · 2 returns Foreign Affairs
- Cross cutting issues of climate justice and official development assistance
- Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory
Irish Congress of Trade Unions · 2 returns Employment
- LEEF Plenary meeting
- US Administration of Tariffs and the possible consequences flowing from actions of the Trump Administration in the short term
Co-operative Housing Ireland Society Limited Housing
- Programme for Government
Bank of Ireland Group plc Housing
- To brief on the Group’s support for home building and to provide insight on the home building market.
Alcohol Action Ireland · 4 returns Health · Justice and Equality
- Foetal alcohol spectrum disorder
- Zero alcohol product advertising
- Health information labelling of alcohol products
- alcohol and domestic, sexual and gender-based violence
National LGBT Federation Justice and Equality
- Hate Speech & Hate Crime legislation
Irish Penal Reform Trust Justice and Equality
- IPRT key asks for Programme for Government 2025
Coalition 2030 Environment
- Email to Taoiseach requesting a meeting to discuss Ireland's record on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals
Dignity4Patients Justice and Equality
- Commission of Investigation and Inquiry into Abuse by former Surgeon Michael Shine in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda 1964 - 1995
Irish Funds Industry Association CLG Economic Development and Industry
- Domestic & EU Legislative Agenda
Nasc Ireland Justice and Equality
- Hate Speech and Hate Crime Legislation
Intel Ireland Limited Economic Development and Industry
- Introductory meeting with An Taoiseach, Michael Martin, and the new Intel CEO, Lip-Bu Tan.
Vulcan Consulting Limited Health
- EU Pharmaceutical Policy
Screen Producers Ireland Economic Development and Industry
- Letter outlining SPI Policy Priorities for Programme for Government
TikTok Economic Development and Industry
- US-Ireland Partnership for Growth delegation
Environmental Pillar Environment
- Request for meeting
Medtronic plc Economic Development and Industry
- Competitiveness challenges
BlackRock Asset Management Ireland Limited Finance
- EU Savings and Investment Union Strategy
BeLonG To Youth Services Ltd. · 2 returns Justice and Equality · Children and Youth Affairs
- Hate speech and hate crime legislation.
- Emailed new ministers requesting meetings to discuss Belong To's work and policy priorities.
Irish Development Education Association · 2 returns Education and Training
- Advocating for TDs and Senators to become Global Education Champions
- Advocating for removal of IHRA Definition of Anti-Semitism from Programme for Government
Banking & Payments Federation Ireland Banking and Financial Institutions
- Housing in Ireland
DCC plc Energy and Natural Resources
- Update on DCC's business and request for a meeting with the Minister for Transport.
Microsoft Ireland Operations Ltd Economic Development and Industry
- In-person meeting at the Mansion House
CUMANN LEABHARLANN NA H-EIREANN. (THE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION OF IRELAND) Education and Training
- Correspondence in relation to the Programme for Government discussions and the expansion of school libraries in Ireland
Age Action Public Expenditure and Reform
- Letter to political party leaders about the development of the Programme for Government
Ibec · 13 returns Food · Economic Development and Industry · Employment · Agriculture · Trade
- Food Drink Ireland priorities for Progamme for Government
- Retaliatory Tariffs: Impact on healthcare in Europe
- Irish Drinks Export Markets - Government St Patrick's Day missions
- Technology Ireland letter to the Tánaiste regarding the European Investigation Order (EIO) Directive
- Labour Employer Economic Forum
- BioPharmaChem Ireland position on transatlantic trade conflict.
- Small Firms Association Small Business Awards
- Anaerobic Digestion & Sustainability priorities for the dairy industry
- Technology Ireland "Lunch & Learn" event with Oireachtas members
- US tariff impact on Irish drinks industry
- Threat of Tariffs on EU products exported to USA.
- UK and Ireland Summit 2025
- Supports for short-time working
Dublin Simon Community Health
- Sought support from An Taoiseach to secure funding for Ushers Island Homeless Treatment Facility.
Statkraft Ireland Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Onshore wind projects and offshore wind projects, including planning and grid
Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland CLG Children and Youth Affairs
- YAP Ireland Annual Report 2024 Launch
Comhlámh · 2 returns Community · Foreign Affairs
- Comhlámh sent an email highlighting the need to improve diversity and representation within the Oireachtas and encouraged support for a candidate in the Seanad elections with expertise in intercultural education, diversity, and anti-racism.
- Email was sent querying government plans to adopt the IHRA definition on antisemitism and to request progress on the Occupied Territories Bill.
The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in Ireland · 2 returns Justice and Equality
- Concern regarding the treatment and arrest of members of Mothers Against Genocide
- Concern regarding the treatment and arrest of members of Mothers Against Genocide
IBM Economic Development and Industry
- Ireland's competitiveness for foreign direct investment
The Presbyterian Church in Ireland Social Protection
- The Moderator of the Presbyterian Church wrote to the Taoiseach following his appointment, welcoming the Programme for Government and urging that to be delivered as quickly as possible. The letter also assured the Taoiseach of the denominations prayers.
Hume Brophy · 2 returns Transport · Health
- To discuss aviation connectivity between the US and Ireland.
- Raise awareness of NOffLA’s ongoing work and policy priorities.
National College of Ireland · 2 returns Education and Training
- NCI's capital requirements in the context of Programme for Government
- Discuss NCI's capital requirements
Blue Yard Ltd · 2 returns Sports and Recreation
- Indecon Report on Intercounty Players for GPA
- Indecon Report on Intercounty Players for GPA
SSE plc · 2 returns Energy and Natural Resources
- Ireland-UK Energy Collaboration & Energy Security
- New Programme for Government
The Irish Clinical Oncology Group t/a Cancer Trials Ireland Health
- Highlighting issues faced by Cancer Clinical Trials in Ireland
Diageo Ireland Economic Development and Industry
- Impact of US tariffs and EU response
Bayer Limited EU Affairs
- EFPIA Board meeting to discuss various pieces of EU legislation affecting the competitiveness of the pharmaceutical industry in Ireland
Irish Red Cross Budgetary matters
- Follow up email to letter sharing our priorities for the new P for G, emphasising the particular urgency of extending ARP
Vodafone Ireland Communications
- Introductory letter from new CEO
RIAI · 2 returns Housing
- Invitation letter send via email 23 January
- Invitation sent by email 25 April
Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association Agriculture
- Invitation to An Taoiseach to attend our National AGM.
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals (Ireland) DAC Health
- Discuss impact of proposed tariffs on the pharmaceutical sector in Ireland
Family Carers Ireland Community
- Programme for Government
Dublin Chamber of Commerce · 16 returns Economic Development and Industry · Housing · Children and Youth Affairs · Finance · Justice and Equality · Trade · Transport · Energy and Natural Resources · Local Government
- Letter to the Taoiseach
- Letter to the Taoiseach
- Letter to the Taoiseach
- Letter to the Taoiseach
- Letter to the Taoiseach
- Letter to the Taoiseach
- Letter to the Taoiseach
- Dublin Chamber President's AGM speech
- Dublin Chamber President's AGM speech
- Dublin Chamber President's AGM speech
- Dublin Chamber President's AGM speech
- Dublin Chamber President's AGM speech
- Dublin Chamber President's AGM speech
- Dublin Chamber Chief Executive's AGM speech
- Dublin Chamber Chief Executive's AGM speech
- Dublin Chamber Chief Executive's AGM speech
Irish Cancer Society · 2 returns Health
- Alcohol health labels
- Services funding
RWE Renewables Ireland (formerly Innogy Renewables Ireland Limited) Energy and Natural Resources
- Offshore Wind Development - Dublin Array Offshore Wind Farm project, located on the Kish and Bray Banks approximately 10km from Dublin and Wicklow coasts
LGBT Support and Advocacy Network Ireland CLG · 2 returns Justice and Equality
- Marriage Equality Anniversary Event
- Hate Speech & Hate Crime legislation
Q4PR · 2 returns Energy and Natural Resources
- Letter to Taoiseach regarding the Clearing House Group
- Introduction to Digital Infrastructure Ireland
Migrant Rights Centre Ireland Justice and Equality
- Family Reunion Policy
Horse Racing Ireland · 2 returns Agriculture
- Attendance at Fairyhouse
- advocating economic advantages of HRI
ActionAid Ireland Foreign Affairs
- Communication ahead of the St Patricks delegation to the United States
Irish Wildlife Trust CLG. Environment
- Emailed some key recommendations for the Programme for Government including a dedicated nature restoration fund, enactment of the MPA Bill, revision of the legal mandates of state agencies such as Bord na Mona and Coilte, a senior minister position for nature is created. In meetings we spoke about issues at EU level in regards to weakening of environmental legislation, spoke about the CFP and its possible reopening. Asked about issues around the MPA Bill
Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation
- Email to members of the Oireachtas concerning the E-liquids Products Tax and concerns around the mechanism chosen to implement the tax via self-declaration rather than as a tax-stamp. Hale also referred to research commissioned from Forvis Mazars which raised several important policy considerations around the E-Liquids products tax including the potential for a surge in illicit and grey market sales.
Philanthropy Ireland Community
- National Philanthropy Policy 2024-2028
John Gallagher Community
- Promotion of Policies of The Wheel for charity, social enterprise and community and voluntary organisationsuntary sector
Insurance Ireland Banking and Financial Institutions
- On behalf of members, to raise awareness of issues pertinent to the Irish insurance industry
Pfizer · 4 returns Trade · Health · EU Affairs
- Raise concern about the impact of potential tariffs on pharmaceutical manufacturing and supply of medicines to patients globally
- Expansion of the National Immunisation Programme to include RSV protection for infants and older adults
- EU Pharmaceutical Legislation proposals
- Ireland's medicine reimbursement system and funding for access to new medicines and vaccines
Paul Allen & Associates Public Relations Housing
- Briefing Minister on HAI's thoughts on vacant homes
Law Society of Ireland Justice and Equality
- Correspondence with members of the new Government
Irish Institutional Property Housing
- Brief on role of institutional investors play in enabling the funding and development of all housing tenures
Eli Lilly and Company EU Affairs
- Advocate for improved EU Environment to support investment in medicines innovation and manufacturing
National Women's Council of Ireland Children and Youth Affairs
- Advancing a public system of early childhood education and care and support of the Together for Public Campaign Alliance
Amnesty International Ireland · 6 returns Foreign Affairs · Environment
- Sending details of a meeting of states which are fellow members of the?Alliance for Torture-Free Trade?
- Letter in advance of Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers’ decision on the need for, and feasibility of, a further instrument or instruments in the field of human rights and the environment
- Letter seeking meeting on the situation in Gaza and rest of the Occupied Palestinian Territory
- Separate letter to each seeking a meeting on the ongoing genocide in Gaza and worsening crisis in rest of Occupied Palestinian Territory
- Letter regarding Hungary's inviting Prime Minister of Israel to Europe while the subject of ICC arrest warrant, together with copy of Amnesty Secretary General's open letter of 1 April to the President of the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute on this mattter
- Online petition to Taoiseach calling on him to demand that Benjamin Netanyahu be arrested and surrendered to The Hague for trial when he visits the USA, and for all EU states to refuse to allow Netanyahu to fly through their sovereign or EU airspace to the extent they have the ability to deny such overflight permission
Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association · 3 returns Health
- (i) New Supply Agreement; (ii) Access to new medicines.
- (i) Proposed revision of EU General Pharmaceutical Legislation and Irish Government position on intellectual Property rights; (ii) Issues concerning the timely reimbursement of medicines in Ireland; (iii) Industry position on a National Life Sciences Strategy; (iv) EU and Irish Competitiveness and the pharmaceutical industry. (v) The potential impact of tariffs on medicines.
- (i) Proposed revision of EU General Pharmaceutical Legislation and Irish Government position on intellectual Property rights; (ii) Issues concerning the timely reimbursement of medicines in Ireland; (iii) Industry position on a National Life Sciences Strategy; (iv) EU and Irish Competitiveness and the pharmaceutical industry. (v) The potential impact of tariffs on medicines.
Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd · 3 returns Finance · Economic Development and Industry · Communications
- To outline Meta’s views on facial recognition platform developments to counter celeb-bait scams.
- To discuss the EU's AI regulatory framework.
- To discuss the European Commission's investigation of Meta under the Digital Markets Act.
Friends of the Earth Energy and Natural Resources
- Advocacy re Programme for Government
Abbey Theatre Arts
- Communications between representatives of the Abbey Theatre and Government
Amazon Ireland Support Services Limited · 2 returns Economic Development and Industry
- The proposed audio-visual content levy
- Meeting with An Taoiseach
Women for Election Justice and Equality
- Seeking gender balanced Cabinet appointments on Government Formation
Abbvie Limited Economic Development and Industry
- Competitiveness of Europe and Ireland in relation to Life sciences
Google Ireland Limited Economic Development and Industry
- EU AI Act Code of Practice
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA Agriculture
- Priorities for Farming and Rural Ireland in New Government Programme
Janssen Sciences Ireland UC · 2 returns Economic Development and Industry
- Courtesy call with an Taoiseach
- Interactions with Fianna Fáil on the life sciences sector and patient access to new medicines
Irish Hotels Federation Tourism
- Seeking Government measures to support the long-term development of Ireland's tourism and hospitality industry
The ONE Campaign Foreign Affairs
- Shared joint letter on EU’s external action budget
Murray Employment
- M&S activity in Ireland
MSD EU Affairs
- Competitiveness in European Union

Pádraig Rice — Social Democrats 3 votes · 28 questions · 50 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 28 total

Health 21 questions
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health if she will establish a clinical programme for pulmonary fibrosis, to ensure that patients receive the highest standard of care and equitable access to a range of specialist healthcare supports; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25274/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the reason the clinical care pathway advisor for pulmonary fibrosis has not yet begun their work; the timeline she is working towards in ensuring this person is in post with supporting resources; the reason the supporting programme manager has still not commenced their work; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25275/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on the €1 million funding allocated to pulmonary fibrosis, including the specific line items detailed in the 2025 HSE national service plan (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25276/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the steps she is taking to ensure that oxygen provision for people with lung fibrosis is fit for purpose; if consideration will be given to a proposal (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25277/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health if she has plans to extend the chronic disease management programme to include epilepsy; if so, the timeline she is working towards; if not, the rationale for continuing to exclude this condition from the programme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25713/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the number of families who have been sent letters in respect of the Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) commissioned review into hip surgeries; if she has requested CHI to provide this number; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25877/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the level of funding provided for tobacco cessation services from 2014 to 2024, and to date in 2025, by year, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25936/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the estimated annual cost of smoking to the State in terms of health spending; if her Department will be conducting an updated 2025 report assessing the economic cost of smoking, following on from the 2016 ICF international report; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25937/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the number of retail outlets registered to sell tobacco on the National Register of Tobacco retailers in 2024 and to date in 2025; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25938/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the number of approved speech and language therapist posts, by grade and clinical site, in tabular form; the number of permanent full-time and part-time posts; the number filled on a temporary, locum or agency basis; and the number of vacant posts. [25998/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the number of permanent full-time speech and language therapists hired by the HSE from 2019 to date in 2025, in tabular form. [25999/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the number of permanent speech and language therapists hired by the HSE on a part-time basis from 2019 to date in 2025, in tabular form. [26000/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the number of speech and language therapists hired by the HSE on a temporary basis from 2019 to date in 2025, in tabular form. [26001/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the steps being taken to establish meaningful pathways to career progression for speech and language therapists in the HSE; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26002/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the number of people on a waiting list for pre-exposure prophylaxis by clinic and wait time, in tabular form. [26447/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health to provide a list of public sexual health clinics in Ireland; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26448/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health to identify which counties do not have a public sexual health clinic; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26449/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health if the contract signed with a software company, and the work that was carried out by that company, in respect of the development and deployment of MedLis (Medical Laboratory Information System) was reviewed before it was extended in 2022 (details supplied); the reasons this system has only been rolled out in one hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26502/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health the number of sites that the MedLis (Medical Laboratory Information System) is to be deployed to; the timeline for deployment in each site; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26503/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health if she is aware of concerns regarding the MedLis (Medical Laboratory Information System); the efforts being made to address these concerns; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26504/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on the endometriosis framework; the reasons for the delay in finalising this framework; the current timeline she is working towards for publication; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26568/25]
Finance 4 questions
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Finance the annual increases in the retail price of the most popular price category MPPC for a 20-pack of cigarettes since 2014; the portion of the increase related to taxes; the portion of the increase due to price rises by the tobacco industry, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25939/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Finance the estimated revenue that would be raised from a taxation measure (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25940/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Finance the number of persons successfully prosecuted for tobacco and or cigarette smuggling in 2023, 2024 and to date in 2025, in tabular form. [25941/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Finance the resources he is allocating to the Revenue Commissioners for new or improved enforcement actions to combat illicit tobacco smuggling; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25942/25]
Social 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will revisit his predecessor’s decision not to accept and apply the European Commission’s 2022 recommendation to recognise Covid-19 as an occupational illness; his views on same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25196/25]
Agriculture 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if his attention has been drawn to the mistreatment of horses in Clonmel, County Tipperary (details supplied); the steps he is taking to ensure that those who are responsible for this cruelty are held accountable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25943/25]
Further and Higher Education 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig Rice asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science to respond to matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25265/25]

New lobbying 50 returns

Irish Sudden Infant Death Association Health
- Establishment of a Mother & Baby Perinatal Unit; Establishment of the NPMR Register; FirstLight Funding
ALLIANCE OF MEDICINES FOR IRELAND COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE Health
- Correspondence to relevant stakeholders regarding the implications of the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
CHILDREN'S RIGHTS ALLIANCE - REPUBLIC OF IRELAND LIMITED Children and Youth Affairs
- Advocacy on Children's Rights Alliance Report Card 2025.
BioMarin International Limited Health
- Rare disease policy in Ireland and the EU.
Irish Heart Foundation · 3 returns Health
- Tobacco and e-cigarette policy
- To raise awareness of the priorities of the Irish Heart Foundation and the needs to cardiovascular patients in Ireland.
- Welcoming and congratulating new TDs on their election to the 34th Dáil.
Transgender Equality Network Ireland · 2 returns Justice and Equality
- TENI advocates for equal rights and access to healthcare for trans people.
- TENI advocates for equal rights and access to healthcare for trans people.
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Email campaign to TDs
Gender Rebels Health
- Social Democrats Gender-Affirming Healthcare briefing for Transgender Citizens
Home and Community Care Ireland Health
- Meetings and briefings on general home care issues & HCCI updates
RCSI (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland) Health
- Raising public awareness of brain health and improving sport inclusion for people impacted by brain conditions.
Epilepsy Ireland · 2 returns Health
- That the Deputy would seek an update on the appointment of a lead nurse for the Epilepsy Model of Care
- Seeking support for Epilepsy Ireland's campaign to have epilepsy added to the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)
The Union of Students in Ireland · 2 returns Education and Training
- Lobby day email
- Lobby Day in Buswells hotel
Stratagem (NI) Ltd Health
- Provision of audiology services and eye care services
Psychiatric Nurses Association Health
- As you are aware the HSE imposed an embargo on recruitment in November 2023 which remained in place until July 2024. Some services were exempt from the embargo, for example disability services and several departments in the general services. The PNA strongly urged the HSE to exempt mental health services from the embargo taking into consideration the magnitude of the staffing crisis in the services and the impact on patients, families, and the wider community.
Healthy Homes Ireland Housing
- To secure meetings and engage with elected/ designated officials in order to communicate the findings of Healthy Homes Ireland's report; 'Our place: Towards Healthier Greener Homes'.
College of Psychiatrists of Ireland Health
- Mental Health Bill 2024 and concerns re inability to provide treatment to all who will be involuntarily hospitalised due to current iteration.To provide descriptions using video recordings of people who had benefited from treatment under the current Mental Health Act explaining their illnesses and the necessary treatment provided in a timely manner.
Alcohol Action Ireland · 5 returns Health
- Alcohol policy development
- Seeking to bring alcohol issues to the Oireachtas Health Committee
- Zero alcohol product advertising
- Alcohol advertising in sporting events
- Health information labelling of alcohol products
Vulcan Consulting Limited Health
- Rare Disease Policy in Ireland
Dublin Rape Crisis Centre Justice and Equality
- Extend an invite to the launch of new public opinion research from DRCC, exploring public attitudes and perceptions around sexual violence.
BeLonG To Youth Services Ltd. Health
- Representatives from LGBTQ+ organisations briefed Social Democrats TDs on barriers to accessing trans healthcare and community principles for a new model of care.
Ibec · 2 returns Economic Development and Industry
- Small Firms Association Small Business Awards
- Small Firms Association on rising costs
David Curtin & Co Ltd Health
- Invite members of the Dail, Seanad and MEPs to meet Dr Karl Fagerström and Ms Suely Castro, director of the international platform Quit Like Swedenwho were due to come to Dublin on 28th May. to discuss how Ireland can achieve a smoke free status by 2040.
National College of Ireland Education and Training
- NCI's capital requirements in the context of Programme for Government
Irish Second-Level Students' Union (ISSU) Environment
- meaningful inclusion of youth voices in climate and sustainability decision-making, greater investment in ESD, and more responsive public services.
Irish Medical Organisation Health
- Invitation to attend the IMO AGM 2025 educational sessions
Irish Red Cross Budgetary matters
- Activities relating to a briefing session at Leinster House on 25/02/25, where we held a session for all TDs and Senators to present the results of a survey on the experiences of hosts under the pledged accommodation project
Irish Cancer Society · 6 returns Health · Banking and Financial Institutions
- Lymphoedema services
- Nicotine Inhaling Products Bill
- Radiation oncology services
- Accessing financial products and services after cancer
- National Cancer Strategy
- Daffodil Day 2025
National Federation of Voluntary Service Providers Supporting People with Intellectual Disability Justice and Equality
- Oireachtas Disability Group - Sharing disability priorities for the next government
LGBT Support and Advocacy Network Ireland CLG · 2 returns Justice and Equality · Health
- Marriage Referendum +10 Conference
- Briefing on transgender healthcare with members of the Social Democrats
The Psychological Society of Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Email circulating PSI's Press Release on Welcoming the Publication of the Sharing the Vision Implementation Plan 2025–2027 to opposition party spokespeople on health and mental health
- Email circulating the PSI's Press Release on Calling for Suicide-Specific, Evidence-Informed Care in Next National Suicide Reduction Policy to opposition party spokespeople on health and mental health
Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation
- Email to members of the Oireachtas concerning the E-liquids Products Tax and concerns around the mechanism chosen to implement the tax via self-declaration rather than as a tax-stamp. Hale also referred to research commissioned from Forvis Mazars which raised several important policy considerations around the E-Liquids products tax including the potential for a surge in illicit and grey market sales.
Affordable Medicines Ireland Company CLG Health
- Introducing Affordable Medicines Ireland and parallel importation of medicines and the role it plays in the supply chain for medicines in Ireland.
Hume Brophy Health
- Raise awareness of NOffLA’s ongoing work and policy priorities.

Séamus McGrath — Fianna Fáil 1 vote · 3 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 3 total

Transport 2 questions
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Séamus McGrath asked the Minister for Transport to examine how ‘type approval‘ certification can be achieved for an industrial vehicle converted from a diesel or petrol engine to a battery electric solution (details supplied). [25944/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Séamus McGrath asked the Minister for Transport to clarify the position in relation to supply chain issues concerning bus shelters through the National Transport Authority tendering process (details supplied). [25945/25]
Housing 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Séamus McGrath asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage in light of a High Court decision last October which ruled that a Valuation Tribunal subjecting a charity shop (details supplied) to commercial rates was incorrect in law, if he can outline how that outcome will affect all other charity and community shops throughout the country with their obligation to pay commercial rates to the local authorities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25083/25]