Donna McGettigan

Intent: To strengthen innovation programmes supporting the development, demonstration and commercialisation of clean-energy technologies and increase Ireland's competitiveness in emerging low-carbon industries.

Details: Pre-Budget 2027 proposal seeking Government support for innovation programmes that position Ireland as a leader in clean-energy technologies.

Intent: To remove planning and infrastructure barriers that delay housing development and facilitate faster delivery of housing in locations experiencing significant employment and population pressures.

Details: Pre-Budget 2027 proposal seeking continued planning and infrastructure reforms to accelerate housing delivery in strategic employment locations.

Intent: To secure the capital funding required to progress and deliver OneShannonHub as a civic, cultural and community focal point for Shannon and to support the wider regeneration and economic development of the town.

Details: Pre-Budget 2027 proposal seeking a dedicated capital allocation through the Townes and Cities Regeneration Investment Fund to enable delivery of the OneShannonHub project in Shannon Town Centre.

Intent: To secure investment in public realm and associated town-centre improvement that strengthen Shannon's attractiveness as a place to live, work, invest and visit and complement the development of the OneShannonHub.

Details: Pre-Budget 2027 proposal seeking Government investment in public realm improvements associated with the regeneration of Shannon Town Centre.

Intent: To secure increased Regional Airports Programme funding for terminal modernisation, sustainability initiatives, operational resilience, future-ready airfield infrastructure and sustainable aviation technologies at Shannon Airport.

Details: Pre-Budget 2027 proposal seeking a significant increase in the funding allocation to the Regional Airports Programme to support investment at Shannon Airport.

Intent: To establish a dedicated State-supported route development mechanism that strengthens international business and tourism connectivity through regional airports, including Shannon Airport.

Details: Pre-Budget 2027 proposal seeking establishment of a dedicated Regional Airports Route Development Fund to support strategically important new international access air services.

Intent: To ensure the revised National Aviation Policy includes measurable objectives for strengthening regional air connectivity and recognises Shannon Airport's strategic contribution to national competitiveness and balanced regional development.

Details: Pre-Budget 2027 proposal relating to the review of the National Aviation Policy and the role of regional airports in supporting balanced regional development and national connectivity.

Intent: To secure the funding and Government commitment required to accelerate delivery of the N19 scheme, improving access to Shannon Airport, Shannon Airport Business Park and the wider Shannon employment and enterprise area.

Details: Pre-Budget 2027 proposal seeking accelerated delivery of the N19 Shannon Airport Access Road Scheme.

Intent: To secure improved frequency, capacity and integration of bus services serving Shannon, thereby improving labour mobility, sustainable commuting and access to employment, education and Shannon Airport.

Details: Pre-Budget 2027 proposal seeking expansion of integrated bus services connecting Shannon Airport with surrounding towns, cities and employment centres.

Intent: To secure continued investment in walking, cycling and other active travel infrastructure that improves sustainable access to employment, services and transport connections in Shannon.

Details: Pre-Budget 2027 proposal seeking continued investment in active travel infrastructure serving Shannon and its surrounding communities.