Department of Climate Action, Communication Networks and TransportDepartment of Climate, Energy and the EnvironmentDepartment of Communications, Energy and Natural ResourcesDepartment of Environment, Climate and CommunicationsDepartment of Environment, Community and Local GovernmentDepartment of FinanceDepartment of Housing, Local Government and HeritageDepartment of TransportDáil Éireann, the OireachtasSeanad
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Intent: The Irish Air Line Pilots’ Association (IALPA) wrote to Minister O’Brien about the proposed expansion of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), the relevant matter, which is EU legislation on aviation emissions. The letter argues this policy would increase costs for Irish airlines, reduce competitiveness, and affect jobs and connectivity. It stresses Ireland’s reliance on air travel and calls for a fair, globally coordinated approach.
Details: Concern about the proposed expansion of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) to all flights departing Europe
The letter highlights concerns about the EU ETS expansion, the relevant matter, which is EU legislation on aviation emissions. It warns that rising carbon costs could place financial pressure on airlines like Ryanair and Aer Lingus, leading to higher fares and fewer routes. It also emphasises risks to jobs and Ireland’s economy, and calls for government action to protect aviation and invest in greener technologies. - Letter
Intent: o raise awareness among Government Ministers of the need for youth voice infrastructure in Ireland and at EU level, and to seek Government engagement and support for the Youth Pulse initiative developed by Young Social Innovators in partnership with the Agirre Lehendakaria Center under Erasmus+.
Details: Youth Pulse Green Paper – Enabling Young People to Have a Voice: An EU Perspective. Document distributed to all Government Ministers in February 2026.
Intent: Ireland to commit to a fair and funded phase out of fossil fuels and to support a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty::Irish government increases ODA and publishes roadmap to reach 0.7% GNI in ODA by 2030::Justice, poverty relief and respect for human rights in occupied Palestinian territory and Israel
Details: Climate Justice, ODA and humanitarian need, and justice in the occupied Palestinian territory and Israel
Email asking Irish Government to reject further EU deregulation - EmailEmail detailing Trócaire's advocacy asks of the Irish Government ahead of the First International Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels - EmailEmail regarding Trócaire's position on the strategic gas emergency reserve bill pre-legislative scrutiny. - Email
Intent: The toll entering Drogheda at the Donore Road has been present for decades and is proposed to remain in place until 2034. We are putting forward proposals to allow for a fairer deal for local businesses and the local community in respect of the toll system.
Intent: 1. Completion will lead to development options for Drogheda Port, including a regeneration project at the town port site.2. Enhance options for the new Enterprise Park at Premier Periclase. 3. Open up lands banks for development.4. Take huge volumes of traffic out of Drogheda town centre, heralding a new look at our core town centre district.
Details: The completion of the PANCR – Northern Cross Route, M1 to the port
Intent: To provide project updates on the Dublin Array Offshore Wind Farm project
Details: Offshore Wind Development - Dublin Array Offshore Wind Farm project, located on the Kish and Bray Banks approximately 10km from Dublin and Wicklow coasts
Correspondence sent to Minister Dooley's office requesting a meeting regarding Dublin Array - LetterDiscussion with Minister Dooley at Shannon Port event to request formal meeting on offshore projects - Informal communicationDiscussion with Minister O'Brien's special adviser regarding progress of Dublin Array - Phone call
At Chamber events including our B2B meetings in Lucan and Tallaght and at business events. - Event / ReceptionAt meetings with public representatives in Dail Eireann - Meetingonline meetings with public representatives and county council executives - Virtual Meeting
In relation to programme and policy issues relevant to beef farmers - Informal communicationIn relation to programme and policy issues relevant to beef farmers - Phone callThe emails were in relation to programme and policy issues relevant to beef farmers - Email
Intent: IrBEA letter to Minister O'Brien seeking 1. That the RHO legislation is published and progressed immediately without delay. 2.That the Government urgently introduces additional ongoing supports to support indigenous biomethane production as an alternative to the multiplier. 3 A strong statement reaffirming the Government’s commitment to the Irish biomethane sector. 4.Meet with IrBEA and biomethane developer members to discuss policy and system bottlenecks impacting on projects.
Details: IrBEA CEO Seán Finan sent a letter to Minister Darragh O'Brien TD, his advisor and Department officials highlight the concerns of biomethane developers, the broader biomethane industry and IrBEA member regarding the rejection by the EU of the Irish Government proposal for the introduction of a multi, ...
