Darragh Gallagher

Intent: To see greater recognition of equine activities in funding streams under Minister Dara Calleary's department.::To have the sport horse sector is recognised as a vital element of rural communities within the Our Rural Future policy.

Details: Meeting to discuss funding streams for equine recreational activities and our submission to the Our Rural Future public consultation.

Intent: To seek support for the pub sector in Budget 2027

Details: Budget 2027

Intent: To seek engagement on the firearms licensing system in Ireland

Details: Firearms Licensing

Intent: Explore how public–private partnerships can play a stronger role in national resilience planning.

Details: Discussion on telecommunications resilience across Ireland and the lessons arising from Storm Éowyn

Intent: Improved understanding of Coillte’s Strategy and the impact of Storm Éowyn on Coillte’s recreation infrastructure.

Details: Brief Minister Calleary on the Coillte Strategy and the impact of Storm Éowyn on recreational funding

Intent: 1) Provided an update on improvements in HSI horse passporting and registration since 2024. ::2) Highlighted Prof Wall report, horse welfare issues and need for action. ::3) Outlined success of National Breeding Services. ::4) Highlighted high performance programme - successes and gaps. ::5) Explained challenges for the sport horse sector - US tariffs, succession planning, employment permits, skills gaps etc. ::6) Provided breakdown of HSI structure and funding. ::7) Highlighted challenges facing riding centres around the costs of commercial rates and insurance.

Details: Issues and challenges facing sport horse sector

Intent: Return of the Men's Shed Grant up to a value of €3000,00 per shed.

Details: Discussion the re-establishment of the Men's Shed Grant