Bernard Durkan

Bernard Durkan

Total lobbying returns involving this official: 1574

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TD
Most Recent Public Body
Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas
First Seen
28 December 2015
Last Seen
20 May 2026

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Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas

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Intent: The correspondence referenced European analysis suggesting a substantial proportion of vaping products circulating within the EU may be entering through irregular or illegal channels. It warned that weak enforcement, cross-border purchasing and online sales create risks for youth access, tax compliance and consumer safety. The RRPA argued that further restrictions without stronger enforcement could expand black market activity and undermine legitimate retail trade.

Details: The Reduced Risk Products Association issued correspondence to all TDs and Senators highlighting concerns about enforcement capacity within Ireland’s vaping sector. The communication stressed that the effectiveness of any regulatory framework will depend not on legislative intent alone, but on robus, ...

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The RRPA called for a strengthened enforcement package including increased inspection resources, annual enforcement reporting, tax-stamp or digital traceability systems, stronger controls on online and cross-border sales, and targeted sanctions against repeat offenders. The communication argued that youth protection and public health depend on controlling illegal supply chains and ensuring compliant retailers are supported rather than undermined. - Email

Dyslexia Association of Ireland

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2026-01-20

Intent: To raise awareness of Oireachtas members on a range of issues affecting people with dyslexia in Ireland including the continuing urgent need for extra time for students with dyslexia and other learning difficulties when sitting State Exams (Junior and Leaving Certificate) as part of the accommodations offered within the RACE (Reasonable Accommodations at the Certificate Examinations) scheme as administered by the State Examinations Commission (SEC).

Details: Dyslexia Awareness Month Presentation to Oireachtas Members for Dyslexia Awareness Month

Methods
Invitations to all Oireachas members before the event, and distribution of summary briefing to Oireachtas members after the event. - EmailMeeting for Oireachtas members on 9th October 2025 in the AV Room of Leinster House, an event sponsored by Pádraig Rice TD. - Meeting

Intent: Introducing Affordable Medicines Ireland as the organization representing parallel importation of medicines in Ireland and a deeper understanding of the sector among public representatives.

Details: Meetings with public representatives to introduce parallel importation of medicines and the role it plays in the medicines supply chain. Also discussing the new EU Pharma package which was under discussion at the EU Council.

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Email meeting requests - EmailMeeting with public representatives. - Virtual MeetingMeetings with public representatives. - Meeting