Current memberships may indicate policy relevance. They do not prove why a lobbying contact was made, and may not match membership at the time of older returns.
Intent: To raise awareness of the impact of loneliness and social isolation on older people.To highlight the experiences and needs of older people supported by ALONE.To build political support for policies that promote social connection, healthy ageing and ageing at home.To encourage Oireachtas engagement with the issue of loneliness, including participation in the proposed Oireachtas Working Group on Loneliness.To inform public representatives of ALONE's policy priorities and recommendations.
Details: Government policy affecting older people, particularly those living alone, including social isolation, community supports, healthy ageing and policy measures to support ageing at home. Meetings with members to discuss issues affecting older people living alone, including loneliness, social isolatio, ...
Intent: To secure Government engagement in streamlining Garda Vetting for Jack and Jill healthcare professionals, including reducing processing times and exploring greater recognition of existing vetting across approved organisations. The intended result is a robust, efficient system that maintains safeguarding standards while enabling qualified nurses and carers to provide vital care to children and families more quickly.
Details: Jack and Jill contacted Government Ministers and representatives to highlight delays and duplication within the Garda Vetting process for healthcare professionals. We outlined how lengthy processing times and repeated vetting across different organisations can delay vital care for vulnerable childre, ...
Letters were sent to a cross section of Ministers, Local Representatives and Senators related to the areas of Justice, Children, Health and the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Health, as well as the Garda Commissioner and the Assistant Garda Commissioner - Letter
Intent: The proposals presented in FCIs Pre-Budget Submission adopted in Budget 2027
Details: Invitation to attend Carers’ Priorities for Budget 2027 Town Halls events taking place from Aug 31 to September 14 in 19 locations across the country.
Deputy Brian Stanley, Deputy Carol Nolan, Deputy Catherine Callaghan, Deputy John McGuinness, Deputy Natasha Newsome Drennan, Senator Patricia Stephenson, Cllr Maria Dollard - Meetingvarious TDs, Ministers and Senators as per list below - Emailvarious TDs, Ministers and Senators as per list below - Email
Intent: Called on the Government to withdraw the Bill before Seanad Éireann and urged Senators and all members of the Oireachtas to oppose it due to concerns over its ISDS clauses and the trade agreements it would facilitate. Also called for rejection of trade agreements containing ISDS provisions and for Ireland to use its influence to promote more progressive EU trade policy.
Location of Launch: The Bank at the Digital Hub, Dublin 8. Specific Subject: The launch of new research with Helium Youth Ambassadors exploring the positive impact of art-making for children and young people living with long term health conditions, followed by a 'Walk and Talk' of the exhibition of artwork. - Email
Intent: Budget Investment to Deliver on Programme for Government Commitments to Neurology and Neurorehabilitation Services. Support for EU Neurological Health During Ireland's EU Presidency 2026
Details: Seeking investment in order to deliver on programme for government commitments to neurology and neurorehabilitation services. Support for EU neurological health strategy during Irelands EU Presidency
Email invite sent to public representatives to invite them to the meeting in relation to access to neurology care in the South East. - EmailEmail invite sent to public representatives to invite them to themeeting of access to neurology care in the Midlands. - EmailEvent held to mark World Brain Day July 22nd, to consider how Europe can respond more effectively to the growing challenge of neurological conditions through stronger healthcare delivery, research and innovation. - Event / Reception
Emails sent to selected DPOs re report from AAI on alcohol and road safety and webinar invitation. - EmailMeeting with Ciaran Ahern in Leinster House as part of a Labour Party round table discussion on road safety on 29 July 2026. - MeetingMeeting with Minister Sean Canney in Leinster House, 12 May 2026 - Meeting
