Vintners' Federation of Ireland
116 officials
2026-09-17
Current/Former DPOFAQ
Intent: To seek support for the pub sector in Budget 2027
Details: Budget 2027
Officials
Official Profile
Most Recent Title
Adviser to Minister
Most Recent Public Body
Department of Social Protection
First Seen
20 May 2025
Last Seen
17 September 2026
Observed Titles
Adviser to MinisterSpecial Adviser
Observed Public Bodies
Department of Rural and Community DevelopmentDepartment of Social Protection
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Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland
16 officials
2026-09-14
Current/Former DPOFAQ
Intent: Secure measures in SERI's pre-budget submission - A Social Enterprise New Deal
Details: Lobbying regarding SERI's pre-budget submission
Officials
Methods
Conversation with Minister Frank Feighan regarding the inclusion of supports for social enterprises in the National Public Procurement Strategy - Event / ReceptionInvitations were extended to all TDs and Senators to attend the launch of SERI's Social Enterprise New Deal in the AV room in Leinster House - EmailMeeting was held with Minister Jerry Buttimer regarding SERI's Social Enterprise New Deal proposal - Meeting
Independent Broadcasters of Ireland
70 officials
2026-09-08
Intent: Increased awareness and understanding, and action, relief or intervention at policy or legislative level in relation to rapid, large-scale increase in the radio levy, without warning; the need for action in legislation or in the context of the Budget, including accessible and ringfenced funding for the sector.
Details: Communicating the concern of IBI Members about the large-scale increase in the regulatory levy of radio broadcasters and seeking action on that issue as well as on the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland budget submission.
Officials
Methods
Emails and copies of our budget submission, or copies of news releases and statements for information. - EmailEmails to Members of the Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport thanking them for their contributions to the Committee hearing and asking for their support in relation to potential legislative amendments to address the issue of the increase in the regulatory radio levy; emails to regulatory officials in relation to the levy increase. - EmailMeetings with public representatives or officials to explain our position and to ask questions about the levy and broadcasting policy or regulation matters and to communicate our position. - Meeting
Horse Sport Ireland
2 officials
2026-05-21
Current/Former DPOFAQ
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.
Officials
Methods
Follow up on meeting - EmailFollow up on meeting - Informal communicationMeeting in the Department's office. - Meeting
Rockwood Consulting ULC
49 officials
2026-05-21
Current/Former DPOFAQ
Intent: To seek support for the pub sector in Budget 2027
Details: Budget 2027
Officials
Methods
EmailInformal communicationMeeting
Rockwood Consulting ULC
4 officials
2026-05-21
Current/Former DPOFAQ
Intent: To seek engagement on the firearms licensing system in Ireland
Details: Firearms Licensing
Methods
Briefing with Oireachtas Members - Event / ReceptionFollow up calls and messages requesting attendance at Oireachtas Briefing - Informal communicationMeeting with Sen. Páraic Brady - Meeting
Emerald Tower Limited
2 officials
2026-05-20
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
Officials
Methods
Meeting
Coillte CGA
3 officials
2025-09-21
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
Methods
Meeting
Horse Sport Ireland
46 officials
2025-09-19
Current/Former DPOFAQ
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
Officials
Methods
Arranging meetings - Phone callEmails arranging meetings - EmailHeld meetings elected reps during this period in Leinster House, the RDS and in Naas offices. - Meeting
Irish Men's Sheds Association
4 officials
2025-05-20
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
Methods
Meeting