Clare — week of Mon, 15 Sept

What your Clare TDs did this week

Mon, 15 Sept – 21 Sept 2025 · 4 TDs · 1 bill voted on · 29 questions · 243 new lobbying filings

Votes this week

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business

2025-09-17 · 1 vote

The week's Dáil business schedule · motion passed 84–65

Voted for 2 Cathal Crowe · Joe Cooney

Voted against 1 Donna McGettigan

Did not vote 1 Timmy Dooley

Cathal Crowe — Fianna Fáil 1 vote · 18 questions · 56 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 18 total

Transport 3 questions
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Transport the reason search and rescue helicopter crews can have their hours of work artificially reduced (details supplied) as this does not appear consistent with national legislation and EU case law; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48000/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Transport the reason it has been impossible for individuals to obtain driving tests for category C and D licenses in Ennis, County Clare since July 2025; the means by which he proposes to address this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48399/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Transport if he will consider extending the under-9 free transport scheme to include commercial operators; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48831/25]
Education 3 questions
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Education and Youth the amount of funding provided in each county under the summer works scheme in each of the years 2020 to 2024, and to date in 2025, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47862/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Education and Youth the amount of funding provided in each county under the minor works scheme in each of the years 2020 to 2024, and to date in 2025, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47863/25]
- 2025-09-18 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Education and Youth the reason some teachers have not yet received an outcome to their PME refund scheme application (details supplied); when all applicants will receive same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49355/25]
Health 3 questions
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Health if she will consider adding the incurable, life-long skin condition known as hidradenitis suppurativa to the list of health issues and diseases that her Department considers as part of the long-term illness scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48009/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Health if she will consider introducing legislation to ban vaping in indoor settings and in public spaces; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48383/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Health the number of HSE staff that have had their positions made redundant as a result of the integrated financial management and procurement system (IFFS) implementation earlier in 2025; the number of affected staff still permanently employed by the HSE; whose responsibility it is to ensure they continue to be employed in a fit for purpose role; how much notice any affected staff received regarding their positions becoming redundant; if this notice period is a national standard or decided at local level; if staff unions were consulted in advance of the implementation of the IFFS; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48463/25]
Children 2 questions
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if she will list the new family resource centres provided since 2020, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47867/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if she will consider extending the parental leave scheme past the existing 962 hours, in recognition of the challenges parents are facing with sourcing childcare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48172/25]
Defence 2 questions
- 2025-09-18 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence if he will consider introducing legislation to ensure that military uniforms can only be worn by members of the permanent and reserve Defence Forces, and that for all other uses, such as filmmaking and re-enactment, a licence would have to be obtained from his Department; if he will extend such legislation to include a prohibition on the wearing of military-style uniforms by paramilitaries and political organisations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48942/25]
- 2025-09-18 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence the extent to which his Department owns property at Knockalisheen, Meelick, County Clare; the purpose for which this land is currently used; and his future intentions for this land bank. [48941/25]
Climate 2 questions
- 2025-09-18 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment when his Department will issue new guidelines on the way in which offshore windfarms should be developed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48946/25]
- 2025-09-18 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment if he will provide an update on Ireland's capacity to monitor air pollution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48945/25]
Culture 1 question
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if his Department plans to introduce online advertising regulations that would prevent companies from advertising on web platforms that are orientated around slander, gossip and content that is character and mental-health damaging (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48958/25]
Justice 1 question
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will intervene to return a mother and daughter (details supplied) to County Clare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48784/25]
Agriculture 1 question
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the actions he will take to ensure continuity of ACRES for a farm (details supplied) following the intestate passing of a co-farmer whose name was attached to the farm. [48012/25]

New lobbying 56 returns

Care Alliance Ireland Communications
- CAI was a signatory to a sectoral letter re: Oireachtas Engagement with Civil Society Organisations
Coalition 2030 Environment
- Letter sent to all Chairs of Oireachtas Committees requesting a time to present to the Committee
Nursing Homes Ireland Health
- TD's and Senators attended our Oireachtas day on the 12th June and met with NHI members.
National Forum of Family Resource Centres CLG Children and Youth Affairs
- The Family Resource Centre National Forum held a political engagement event on the 28th of May in Dublin.
The Wheel · 2 returns Community
- The Wheel's Pre-Budget Submission 2026 was sent to elected representatives and relevant government departments in advance of the Budget. It highlights the priorities for the community and voluntary sector, including sustainable funding for the sector, equality of pay, increased compliance requirements, and the hidden infrastructure provided by the sector in areas such as health, social care, housing and climate action.
- The Wheel hosted launch event for our Pre-Budget Submission 2026. It comprised a panel discussion with speakers from community and voluntary organisations and an overview of The Wheel's priorities for Budget 2026. We invited Ministers, TDs and Senators from the most relevant departments and joint Oireachtas committees and several attended in person.
Irish Heart Foundation Health
- Oireachtas Heart and Stroke Group.
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 2 returns Environment · Energy and Natural Resources
- Land Designations in County Clare
- Clare IFA Solar Energy Event
Property Owners Association of Ireland Limited (IPOA) Housing
- To outline issues facing landlords in the private rental market.
Fórsa trade union Education and Training
- Letter and emails seeking support for Fórsa's campaign seeking public sector pension status for school secretaries and caretakers. There was also a briefing held for Oireachtas members in the Oireachtas AV room.
RCSI (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland) Health
- Advocacy for recognition of physician associates
221+ Patient Suport Group Health
- Update to members of Oireachtas on 221+ work
CPSMA Budgetary matters
- Increase in capitation and funding for primary mangagement bodies
Children's Books Ireland CLG Education and Training
- Emails and meetings with government and opposition TDs to discuss funding for school libraries in Ireland.
National Youth Council of Ireland · 2 returns Children and Youth Affairs
- Role of Young people in Oireachtas Committee Terms of Reference
- Youth Work policy
Bookselling Ireland · 2 returns Trade · Education and Training
- Email to request a meeting in relation to challenges faced by bookshops and inclusion of bookshops in the planned culture card scheme.
- Email requesting meeting with Chair of Oireachtas Committee for Education to discuss Culture Cards as outlined in latest Programme for Government
Down Syndrome Ireland Education and Training
- Special Class Allocation
Disability Federation of Ireland Budgetary matters
- ODG Pre-Budget Submission 2026
mytaxi network Ireland (trading as FREE NOW) Transport
- Correspondence regarding the delivery of Small Public Service Vehicle (SPSV) services in rural Ireland and the expansion of the Local Area Hackney licence to enhance local transport options.
National parents Council Primary Education and Training
- Education for Children with Special Educational Needs
Irish Wildbird Conservancy Environment
- Important Bird Areas for Seabirds in Ireland
Regnum Renewables Development Ltd Energy and Natural Resources
- Regnum Renewables and Ivan Yates (providing advisory services) briefed the West Clare MD councillors in advance of community engagement on a proposed wind farm near Lissycasey, Dehomad Wind Farm, and subsequently engaged with four Clare TDs to share information and request introductory meetings.
Yewtree Infotainment Unlimited Company Energy and Natural Resources
- Regnum Renewables and Ivan Yates (providing advisory services) briefed the West Clare MD councillors in advance of community engagement on a proposed wind farm near Lissycasey, Dehomad Wind Farm, and subsequently engaged with four Clare TDs to share information and request introductory meetings.
Liquid Gas Ireland Energy and Natural Resources
- Outreach to relevant stakeholders to introduce Liquid Gas Ireland’s newly appointed Senior Director for Government Affairs and Policy, Alan Farrell, and highlight LGI’s policy priorities for rural consumers and businesses.
Shannon Group plc · 2 returns Transport
- Request for effective capital allocation under the NDP to support ambition of Project Ireland 2040 and Balanced Regional Development.
- Pre Budget Submission requesting targeted policy recommendations aimed at advancing Ireland's strategic priorities across reginal connectivity, climate action and balanced economic development.
Irish Cancer Society Health
- Alcohol health labels
Ibec · 2 returns Budgetary matters · Economic Development and Industry
- PII Pre-Budget 2026 Submission
- Aviation leasing industry in Ireland
Chime Education and Training
- To advocate for the development of Irish Sign Language as a Leaving Cert Exam & publication of educational outcomes of Deaf & Hard of Hearing Students
Irish Hotels Federation Tourism
- Seeking Government measures to support the continued recovery of Ireland's tourism and hospitality industry
Friends of the Earth Finance
- Advocacy on Budget 2026
Family Carers Ireland · 2 returns Community
- Programme for government- to advance carers issues within the Dáil
- FCI Pre- Budget Submissions 2026
Shannon Chamber · 17 returns Transport · Economic Development and Industry · Housing · Education and Training · Tourism · Public Expenditure and Reform · Local Government · Energy and Natural Resources
- Request to Government to honour commitment in the Programme for Government to develop a new Regional Airports Programme (RAP) 2026 - 2030 and include State-owned regional airports
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request in Pre-Budget 2026 Submission to review fiscal supports to enterprise.
- Request to Government to increase funding support for workforce training.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to conduct a review of National Aviation Policy
- Request to Government to prioritise the development of reliable transport infrastructure, including setting a timeline for the development and delivery of a direct rail connection to Shannon Airport.
- Request to Government to increase funding to Tourism Ireland, ring-fenced for regional air access.
- Request to Government to honour commitment in the Programme for Government to develop a new Regional Airports Programme (RAP) 2026 - 2030 and include State-owned regional airports
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
Irish Council for Civil Liberties Communications
- Oireachtas Engagement with Civil Society Organisations
Cormac McKay Transport
- Annual National Household Travel Survey

Donna McGettigan — Sinn Féin 1 vote · 11 questions · 36 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 11 total

Justice 5 questions
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of Gardaí in County Clare currently on leave for medical reasons; the length of time each member has been on leave; the anticipated date of their return to duty; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48466/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of An Garda Síochána stationed in County Clare that have retired over the past five years, by rank, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48467/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of An Garda Síochána that have been deployed to County Clare over the past five years, by rank, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48468/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of An Garda Síochána stationed in County Clare expected to retire over the next four years, by rank, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48469/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the screening measures in place at airports and ports of entry here to detect people who have served in the Israeli Defence Forces and may have committed criminal acts in Palestine; whether such people will be refused entry or will be arrested under universal jurisdiction; if not, if he will introduce such measures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48734/25]
Further and Higher Education 3 questions
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the estimated timeline for the delivery of the DCU student accommodation project for the promised funding of 405-beds, which is currently undergoing ongoing procurement through internal university governance structures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48766/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if his Department announced and made public to the schools or student population in the North the recommended equitable CAO points conversion system for A level students there; if so, when this occurred; the way in which this was communicated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48767/25]
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if there are plans for students to get full recognition for the 4th A level instead of the current 24 CAO points, particularly as many students in the North were unaware of the process (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48768/25]
Foreign 1 question
- 2025-09-17 Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to detail the human rights, anti-racism, academic and civil society groups his Department engaged with in relation to the adoption of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism; the groups or individuals that proposed its introduction to him; if consideration was given to adopting the Jerusalem Declaration on Antisemitism, and the reason that was ruled out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48735/25]
Defence 1 question
- 2025-09-18 Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence his plans for the triple lock given recent comments by the Minister for Health and by other members of the Government proposing to scrap or undermine it, despite it being the expressed will of the people to retain it. [48759/25]
Climate 1 question
- 2025-09-18 Deputy Donna McGettigan asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment if he will intervene to oppose plans for wind turbines in east Clare (details supplied); if aviation authorities have been formally consulted in his Department’s mapping exercise; and, if not, if east Clare will be removed from mapped wind areas until full consultation and a cumulative aviation risk assessment are completed. [49126/25]

New lobbying 36 returns

Irish Universities Association Education and Training
- IUA Pre Budget 2026 Submission
Skillnet Ireland Education and Training
- Engagement by representatives from Skillnet Ireland on the upskilling and workforce development supports available, emphasizing the importance of skills in boosting business competitiveness and innovation. Highlighting key areas of proposed expansion in budget 2026 and discussing the utilisation of the National Training Fund.
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 2 returns Environment · Energy and Natural Resources
- Land Designations in County Clare
- Clare IFA Solar Energy Event
The Asthma Society of Ireland Health
- Pre-Budget Submission
Irish Council for International Students (ICOS) · 3 returns Housing
- Submitted PQ to the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to request explanation on how full-time students living in privately-rented accommodation on leases of less than 6 years will be protected from having to pay exorbitant rent increases from 1?March 2026
- Submitted PQ to ask the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science when he will launch a new Student Accommodation Strategy
- Met with Deputy to discuss ICOS' policy priorities, in particular housing
Fórsa trade union Education and Training
- Letter and emails seeking support for Fórsa's campaign seeking public sector pension status for school secretaries and caretakers. There was also a briefing held for Oireachtas members in the Oireachtas AV room.
Age & Opportunity Justice and Equality
- Pre-budget Submission (for 2026 Budget)
221+ Patient Suport Group Health
- Update to members of Oireachtas on 221+ work
GSK Health
- Investment in treatment of HIV
AONTAS Budgetary matters
- Pre-budget submission for Budget 2026
Irish Wildbird Conservancy Environment
- Important Bird Areas for Seabirds in Ireland
Regnum Renewables Development Ltd Energy and Natural Resources
- Regnum Renewables and Ivan Yates (providing advisory services) briefed the West Clare MD councillors in advance of community engagement on a proposed wind farm near Lissycasey, Dehomad Wind Farm, and subsequently engaged with four Clare TDs to share information and request introductory meetings.
Yewtree Infotainment Unlimited Company Energy and Natural Resources
- Regnum Renewables and Ivan Yates (providing advisory services) briefed the West Clare MD councillors in advance of community engagement on a proposed wind farm near Lissycasey, Dehomad Wind Farm, and subsequently engaged with four Clare TDs to share information and request introductory meetings.
Liquid Gas Ireland Energy and Natural Resources
- Outreach to relevant stakeholders to introduce Liquid Gas Ireland’s newly appointed Senior Director for Government Affairs and Policy, Alan Farrell, and highlight LGI’s policy priorities for rural consumers and businesses.
Shannon Group plc Transport
- Pre Budget Submission requesting targeted policy recommendations aimed at advancing Ireland's strategic priorities across reginal connectivity, climate action and balanced economic development.
Family Carers Ireland Community
- FCI Pre- Budget Submissions 2026
Shannon Chamber · 17 returns Transport · Economic Development and Industry · Housing · Education and Training · Tourism · Public Expenditure and Reform · Local Government · Energy and Natural Resources
- Request to Government to honour commitment in the Programme for Government to develop a new Regional Airports Programme (RAP) 2026 - 2030 and include State-owned regional airports
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request in Pre-Budget 2026 Submission to review fiscal supports to enterprise.
- Request to Government to increase funding support for workforce training.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to conduct a review of National Aviation Policy
- Request to Government to prioritise the development of reliable transport infrastructure, including setting a timeline for the development and delivery of a direct rail connection to Shannon Airport.
- Request to Government to increase funding to Tourism Ireland, ring-fenced for regional air access.
- Request to Government to honour commitment in the Programme for Government to develop a new Regional Airports Programme (RAP) 2026 - 2030 and include State-owned regional airports
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.

Joe Cooney — Fine Gael 1 vote · 0 questions · 65 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 65 returns

HAIL - Housing Association for Integrated Living Housing
- Invitation to HAIL Annual Report Launch
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 12 returns Agriculture · Energy and Natural Resources · EU Affairs · Finance
- Nitrates Derogation - IFA Spring Lobbying 2025
- ACRES - IFA Spring Lobbying 2025
- Bovine TB - Spring Lobbying 2025
- Farmer Mental Health & Wellbeing
- GAEC-2 - IFA Spring Lobbying 2025
- Clare IFA Solar Energy Event
- Dog Control & Sheep Worrying
- Common Agricultural Policy (CAP)
- Key Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Post 2027 Principles - General Administration
- GAEC-2 Appeals
- Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Engagement with Farmers
- Mercosur Trade Deal
Focus Ireland Children and Youth Affairs
- National One Parent Family Association Pre-budget submission Briefing
ENERGY CLOUD Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) Energy and Natural Resources
- NESC Secretariat Report No. 36 – Energy Transition as an Opportunity to Eliminate Energy Poverty (May 2025)
National Forum of Family Resource Centres CLG Children and Youth Affairs
- Kevina Maddick, FRCNF National Programme Lead, and member of the Senior Management Team, supported the National One Parent Family Alliance (NOPFA) Pre-Budget Submission event in Dublin on the 15th of July 2025.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Energy and Natural Resources
- Retrofitting Supports for energy Poverty
Property Owners Association of Ireland Limited (IPOA) Housing
- To outline issues facing landlords in the private rental market.
The Asthma Society of Ireland Health
- Pre-Budget briefings
Multiple Sclerosis Ireland Health
- Event held in Limerick for stakeholders to visit new MidWest site
Fórsa trade union Education and Training
- Letter and emails seeking support for Fórsa's campaign seeking public sector pension status for school secretaries and caretakers. There was also a briefing held for Oireachtas members in the Oireachtas AV room.
National Women's Council of Ireland Budgetary matters
- Budget 2026
Lir Communications Ltd Housing
- Letter to introduce the ILEA and to request a meeting to discuss industry priorities.
RCSI (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland) Health
- Physician Associate recognition
Alice Public Relations Housing
- Housing Alliance Campaign: focusing on the role Approved Housing Bodies are playing to help solve the housing crisis and their vision for the future
221+ Patient Suport Group Health
- Update to members of Oireachtas on 221+ work
Hanover Media Strategy Limited Sports and Recreation
- AV Room Briefing Event to discuss the ongoing policy challenges in the sports sector
Pro Life Campaign Health
- Meetings with individual Oireachtas members to discuss Positive Pathways campaign
Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers Housing
- Met to discuss the SLP bill and the Informal Cross Party Oireachtas Committee on Property Market Reform.
The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers Association Agriculture
- INHFA Vice President JohnJoe Fitzgerald and Chair Pheilim Molloy attended a meeting with Joint Committee on Agriculture and Food to discuss dog control
Irish Wildbird Conservancy Environment
- Important Bird Areas for Seabirds in Ireland
Horse Sport Ireland Agriculture
- Issues and challenges facing sport horse sector
Regnum Renewables Development Ltd Energy and Natural Resources
- Regnum Renewables and Ivan Yates (providing advisory services) briefed the West Clare MD councillors in advance of community engagement on a proposed wind farm near Lissycasey, Dehomad Wind Farm, and subsequently engaged with four Clare TDs to share information and request introductory meetings.
Yewtree Infotainment Unlimited Company Energy and Natural Resources
- Regnum Renewables and Ivan Yates (providing advisory services) briefed the West Clare MD councillors in advance of community engagement on a proposed wind farm near Lissycasey, Dehomad Wind Farm, and subsequently engaged with four Clare TDs to share information and request introductory meetings.
Mercy Law Resource Centre CLG Housing
- Letter to Oireachtas Housing Committee
Liquid Gas Ireland Energy and Natural Resources
- Outreach to relevant stakeholders to introduce Liquid Gas Ireland’s newly appointed Senior Director for Government Affairs and Policy, Alan Farrell, and highlight LGI’s policy priorities for rural consumers and businesses.
Shannon Group plc Transport
- Pre Budget Submission requesting targeted policy recommendations aimed at advancing Ireland's strategic priorities across reginal connectivity, climate action and balanced economic development.
Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association Agriculture
- Dog Control
Ibec · 3 returns Budgetary matters · Trade · Energy and Natural Resources
- PII Pre-Budget 2026 Submission
- Mercosur Agreement meeting
- Competitiveness pressures due to increased business water tariffs
Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association Agriculture
- Meeting of Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture and Food on dog worrying.
Respond Housing
- Construction specific funding model for AHBs.A cost recovery model to address legacy issues with CAS/CLSS units.Funding of communal facilities and staffing for large schemes.Expanding access to Cost Rental Homes.CREL funding model should have in-built flexibility.Funding for deep retroftting of S and A housing and fuel poverty.A multidisciplinary approach to address family homelessness.Improve outcomes in Early Learning and School Aged Care
Irish Hotels Federation Tourism
- Seeking Government measures to support the continued recovery of Ireland's tourism and hospitality industry
Friends of the Earth · 2 returns Housing
- Input into Housing Committee Work Programme
- Invite to Photo Exhibition on Social Housing Conditions
Family Carers Ireland Community
- FCI Pre- Budget Submissions 2026
Rockwood Consulting ULC Housing
- Discussed priorities for IPAV
Shannon Chamber · 17 returns Transport · Economic Development and Industry · Housing · Education and Training · Tourism · Public Expenditure and Reform · Local Government · Energy and Natural Resources
- Request to Government to honour commitment in the Programme for Government to develop a new Regional Airports Programme (RAP) 2026 - 2030 and include State-owned regional airports
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request in Pre-Budget 2026 Submission to review fiscal supports to enterprise.
- Request to Government to increase funding support for workforce training.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to conduct a review of National Aviation Policy
- Request to Government to prioritise the development of reliable transport infrastructure, including setting a timeline for the development and delivery of a direct rail connection to Shannon Airport.
- Request to Government to increase funding to Tourism Ireland, ring-fenced for regional air access.
- Request to Government to honour commitment in the Programme for Government to develop a new Regional Airports Programme (RAP) 2026 - 2030 and include State-owned regional airports
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.

Timmy Dooley — Fianna Fáil 0 votes · 0 questions · 86 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 86 returns

Nursing Homes Ireland · 2 returns Health
- NHI invited Ministers, TD's and MEP to the launch of NHI/RCSI research on the Placing Human Rights at the Heart of Nursing Home Care
- TD's and Senators attended our Oireachtas day on the 12th June and met with NHI members.
Cork Chamber · 9 returns Marine · Energy and Natural Resources · Agriculture · Tourism · Transport · Education and Training · Taxation · Housing
- A European Maritime Day event focused on the potential of marine business and offshore renewables in Cork
- A letter sent to the Minister of State at the Dept of Agriculture and the Marine to secure support for marine infrastructure and development in Cork
- A letter sent to the Minister of State at the Dept of Agriculture calling for support for initiatives in climate action
- Cork Chamber Pre-Budget Submission 2026
- Cork Chamber Pre-Budget Submission 2026
- Cork Chamber Pre-Budget Submission 2026
- Cork Chamber Pre-Budget Submission 2026
- Cork Chamber Pre-Budget Submission 2026
- Cork Chamber Pre-Budget Submission 2026
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 20 returns Agriculture · Energy and Natural Resources · EU Affairs · Marine · Trade · Environment · Finance
- Nitrates Derogation - IFA Spring Lobbying 2025
- Energy From Farms
- EU Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF)
- European Maritime Day
- Government Trade Forum
- Amendments to Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Regulation (EU) 2021/2115
- Aquaculture Licencing Renewals & Grant Aid
- Key Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Post-2027 - Generational Renewal
- Key Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Post-2027 - General Principles
- Clare IFA Solar Energy Event
- Key Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) post-2027 - Pillar II Interventions
- Key common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Post-2027 - Performance-Based Payments
- Key Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) post-2027 - Pillar 1 Interventions
- Cliffs of Moher
- Key Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Post 2027 Principles - General Administration
- IFA Aquaculture
- EU Aquaculture Policy Reform
- IFA Key Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) post-2027 Principles - Inspections/Penalties
- Introduction of MOWI Ireland & outline potential for Irish Salmon farming sector
- National Economic Dialogue (NED) 2025
Fair Seas Ireland · 3 returns Environment
- Letters to Minister Darragh O'Brien and Timmy Dooley post European Maritime Day meeting
- Tagging DPOs on Twitter - raising awareness levels of MPA process in Ireland and Europe
- European Maritime Day and Wind Energy Ireland conference meetings with Minister O'Brien, Minister Dooley and Micheál Martin
Irish Wildlife Trust CLG. Marine
- The Common Fisheries Policy , the Marine Protected Areas Bill and the EU Ocean Pact
The Wheel Community
- The Wheel's Pre-Budget Submission 2026 was sent to elected representatives and relevant government departments in advance of the Budget. It highlights the priorities for the community and voluntary sector, including sustainable funding for the sector, equality of pay, increased compliance requirements, and the hidden infrastructure provided by the sector in areas such as health, social care, housing and climate action.
Sustainable Water Network (SWAN) Environment
- European Maritime Day meetings with Minister O'Brien, Minister Dooley and Micheál Martin
Property Owners Association of Ireland Limited (IPOA) Housing
- To outline issues facing landlords in the private rental market.
The Asthma Society of Ireland Health
- Pre-Budget briefings
221+ Patient Suport Group Health
- Update to members of Oireachtas on 221+ work
Speed Fibre Group (and subsidiaries) Energy and Natural Resources
- Meeting with Timmy Dooley and and his private Secretary Stephen McQuillen to discuss power issues impacting Enet service provision.
Clarecare CLG Health
- Met With Timmy Dooley to discuss new Shannon Development
Youth Work Ireland EU Affairs
- Representation on reappointment to European Economic and Social Committee
Obair Newmarket on fergus CLG Children and Youth Affairs
- Discussions concerned the scope of Obair’s Building Blocks Capacity Grant application and whether adjustments to the proposed project could be considered in light of revised costings and long-term needs.
Down Syndrome Ireland Community
- Invite to Clare Branch ecology/art event in October
Irish Rural Link Co-Operative Society Limited · 3 returns Budgetary matters
- Irish Rural Link's Pre-Budget Submission sent to Relevant Ministers and Opposition Leaders and Spokespeople
- Irish Rural Link's Pre-Budget Submission sent to Relevant Ministers and Opposition Leaders and Spokespeople
- Attended National Economic Dialogue, putting forward position to Ministers in attendance both in plenary and breakout rooms
American Chamber of Commerce Ireland Finance
- AmCham Budget 2026 submission
Rockwood Consulting ULC Housing
- Brief DPOs on IPOA perspectives on proposals for reform to the rental market regulatory environment
Irish Wildbird Conservancy Environment
- Important Bird Areas for Seabirds in Ireland
Horse Racing Ireland Agriculture
- Attendance at Galway Racecourse
Hanover Media Strategy Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Ocean Winds and BnM's recommendations to enable the development of offshore renewable energy.
Horse Sport Ireland Agriculture
- Issues and challenges facing sport horse sector
SSE plc Energy and Natural Resources
- Delivery of Offshore Wind Energy
RGDATA Justice and Equality
- Amendment to the Defamation Bill
Regnum Renewables Development Ltd Energy and Natural Resources
- Regnum Renewables and Ivan Yates (providing advisory services) briefed the West Clare MD councillors in advance of community engagement on a proposed wind farm near Lissycasey, Dehomad Wind Farm, and subsequently engaged with four Clare TDs to share information and request introductory meetings.
Yewtree Infotainment Unlimited Company Energy and Natural Resources
- Regnum Renewables and Ivan Yates (providing advisory services) briefed the West Clare MD councillors in advance of community engagement on a proposed wind farm near Lissycasey, Dehomad Wind Farm, and subsequently engaged with four Clare TDs to share information and request introductory meetings.
Liquid Gas Ireland Energy and Natural Resources
- Outreach to relevant stakeholders to introduce Liquid Gas Ireland’s newly appointed Senior Director for Government Affairs and Policy, Alan Farrell, and highlight LGI’s policy priorities for rural consumers and businesses.
Shannon Group plc Transport
- Pre Budget Submission requesting targeted policy recommendations aimed at advancing Ireland's strategic priorities across reginal connectivity, climate action and balanced economic development.
Ibec Food
- US tariffs and trade uncertainty
Friends of the Earth Finance
- Advocacy on Budget 2026
Irish Sailing Foundation (ISF) Sports and Recreation
- The lobbying intent was to raise awareness of our submission to the Department of Sport of our ask to make a Special Allocation in Budget 2026. The ask was for €5m to fully renovate and restore a derelict building in Dun Laoghaire for use as a National Sailing Performance HQ. This new building will replace the shipping containers which are currently in use, but which have no toilet, shower or changing facilities.
Family Carers Ireland Community
- FCI Pre- Budget Submissions 2026
Shannon Chamber · 17 returns Transport · Economic Development and Industry · Housing · Education and Training · Tourism · Public Expenditure and Reform · Local Government · Energy and Natural Resources
- Request to Government to honour commitment in the Programme for Government to develop a new Regional Airports Programme (RAP) 2026 - 2030 and include State-owned regional airports
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request in Pre-Budget 2026 Submission to review fiscal supports to enterprise.
- Request to Government to increase funding support for workforce training.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to conduct a review of National Aviation Policy
- Request to Government to prioritise the development of reliable transport infrastructure, including setting a timeline for the development and delivery of a direct rail connection to Shannon Airport.
- Request to Government to increase funding to Tourism Ireland, ring-fenced for regional air access.
- Request to Government to honour commitment in the Programme for Government to develop a new Regional Airports Programme (RAP) 2026 - 2030 and include State-owned regional airports
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to restore URDF or a comparable funding mechanism to support the implementation of development plans in towns like Shannon, which play a key role in the State's economic growth.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request to Government to tackle the obstacles to housing infrastructure development.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
- Request to Government to capitalise on the potential that Ireland's west coast offers for the development of a floating offshore wind sector.
Macra na Feirme · 2 returns Agriculture
- Macra's prebudget document launch and lobby day
- Macra's prebudget document launch and lobby day
Q4PR Energy and Natural Resources
- Introduction to Digital Infrastructure Ireland
An Taisce The National Trust for Ireland Environment
- Blackwater fish kill
Irish District Energy Association Energy and Natural Resources
- Stakeholder meetings and emails in relation to the Heat Bill and SSRH and other grant funding.