County Wexford Chamber of Industry and Commerce CLG

Politician(s) lobbied: Jennifer Carroll MacNeill (Minister), Department of Health; George Lawlor (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Malcolm Byrne (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Cathal Byrne (Senator), Seanad; Verona Murphy (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Brian Brennan (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; James Browne (Minister), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage; Lisa McDonald (Councillor), Wexford County Council; Johnny Mythen (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas

Intent: To secure proactive planning by the Department of Health and HSE to assess existing primary care capacity, identify areas requiring additional facilities or expanded services, and ensure healthcare infrastructure develops alongside Wexford’s growth so residents can continue to access essential services locally.

Methods: Email

Politician(s) lobbied: Jennifer Carroll MacNeill (Minister), Department of Health; George Lawlor (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; James Browne (Minister), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage; Cathal Byrne (Senator), Seanad; Verona Murphy (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Lisa McDonald (Councillor), Wexford County Council; Brian Brennan (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Malcolm Byrne (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Johnny Mythen (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas

Intent: To secure Government and HSE action to support the establishment and expansion of GP and dental practices, improve workforce supports, and scale community healthcare services in high growth areas so care can be delivered closer to where people live.

Methods: Email

Politician(s) lobbied: Gabriel Makhlouf (Governor), Central Bank of Ireland

Intent: To encourage continued focus on improving SME financial capability, strengthening communication around lending processes, expanding access to appropriate credit supports, and accelerating the adoption of modern lending technologies so regional businesses can secure finance efficiently and plan for growth with confidence.

Methods: Meeting

Politician(s) lobbied: Gabriel Makhlouf (Governor), Central Bank of Ireland

Intent: To highlight pressures caused by increasing input costs and encourage continued policy focus on stabilising supply chains, supporting affordability, and ensuring businesses can operate sustainably without disproportionate cost burdens.

Methods: Meeting

Politician(s) lobbied: Gabriel Makhlouf (Governor), Central Bank of Ireland

Intent: To encourage continued policy focus on expanding renewable energy capacity, improving grid readiness, and supporting businesses in reducing emissions. The aim is to ensure SMEs and larger employers can participate confidently in the national energy transition with access to affordable, reliable and future proofed energy solutions.

Methods: Meeting

Politician(s) lobbied: Gabriel Makhlouf (Governor), Central Bank of Ireland

Intent: To highlight the importance of sustained investment in transport, digital and utility infrastructure so businesses can operate efficiently, attract talent, and scale sustainably. The aim is to encourage continued policy attention to regional infrastructure that underpins long term economic development and competitiveness.

Methods: Meeting

Politician(s) lobbied: Verona Murphy (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Johnny Mythen (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Cathal Byrne (Senator), Seanad; George Lawlor (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Brian Brennan (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Malcolm Byrne (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; James Browne (Minister), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage

Intent: To secure government commitment to advancing key transport and port projects that enhance freight efficiency, support offshore renewable energy development, and improve Wexford’s competitiveness for investment.

Methods: LetterEmail

Politician(s) lobbied: Gabriel Makhlouf (Governor), Central Bank of Ireland

Intent: To encourage continued policy focus on increasing housing supply, improving affordability and supporting balanced regional development so businesses can grow sustainably and workers can access suitable accommodation.

Methods: Meeting

Politician(s) lobbied: Leonard Kelly (Councillor), Wexford County Council

Intent: To strengthen collaboration with local government on improving transport connectivity, advancing investment in Rosslare, supporting housing delivery, addressing skills and workforce challenges, and ensuring Wexford has the infrastructure, investment and opportunities needed to sustain growth and remain a strong place to live, work and do business.

Methods: Meeting

Politician(s) lobbied: Malcolm Byrne (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Cathal Byrne (Senator), Seanad; James Browne (Minister), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage; Brian Brennan (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Johnny Mythen (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; George Lawlor (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas; Verona Murphy (TD), Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas

Intent: To secure policy measures that accelerate digital adoption, AI readiness and sustainability investments, enabling businesses to modernise operations, reduce emissions and transition to more efficient and environmentally responsible practices.

Methods: LetterEmail