Lobbying Records (Page 1 of 18)
Uber
2025-12-31
Intent: To provide an update of newly introduced technology features and improvements made to enhance the taxi experience
Details: Update on new technology features and improvements to the taxi experience
Officials: Garret Doocey, Ken Spratt, Siobhan Russell, Micheál Martin, Simon Harris, Jen Cummins, Imelda Goldsboro, Mark Duffy, ...
Methods: Email
Vulcan Consulting Limited
2025-09-21
Intent: To raise awareness of the challenges associated with diagnosing and treating Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension in Ireland
Details: Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Awareness
Officials: John Lahart, Paula Butterly, Jennifer Murnane O'Connor, Manus Boyle, Peter Roche, Pádraig O'Sullivan, Maria Byrne, Colm Burke, ...
Methods: Phone call, Informal communication, Event / Reception
Cormac McKay
2025-09-21
Intent: To reconsider proceeding with this outdated method, https://www.etenders.gov.ie/epps/cft/prepareViewCfTWS.do?resourceId=5530425 I propose leveraging anonymized mobile phone GPS tracking data combined with AI-driven analysis to create a more robust, scalable, and real-time solution for transport planning and management. ::Educate TDs on the near-future possibilities with AI traffic management, as mentioned during the media debate about Metrolink, highlighted by Dermot Desmond at an AI conference in Belfast https://www.irishtimes.com/ireland/dublin/2025/08/05/dublins-planned-metrolink-will-be-obsolete-because-of-artificial-intelligence-says-dermot-desmond/
Details: Annual National Household Travel Survey
Officials: Seán Fleming, Shay Brennan, John Clendennen, Réada Cronin, Tony McCormack, Joe Neville, Louis O'Hara, Conor Sheehan, ...
Methods: Committee on Transport and Committee on Climate, Environment and EnergyCommittee on Infrastructure and National Development Plan DeliveryCommittee on Artificial Intelligence - Email, To appear before the new AI, Transport and Infrastructure committees. - Phone call
Free Legal Advice Centres (FLAC)
2025-09-20
Intent: To seek support for FLAC's proposed amendments to the 2025 Bill
Details: Bereaved Partner’s Bill 2025
Officials: Aidan Davitt, Alice-Mary Higgins, Alison Comyn, Anne Rabbitte, Aubrey McCarthy, Cathal Byrne, Catherine Ardagh, Chris Andrews, ...
Methods: Meeting with Louise O'Reilly TD in Leinster House on 8 May 2025 to seek the deputy's support for FLAC's proposed amendments to the 2025 Bill - Meeting, Follow-up email to Louise O’Reilly TD on 13 May 2025 with proposed parliamentary question concerning the 2025 Bill. - Email, Follow-up emails to Louise O’Reilly TD seeking support and assistance with an AV Room Briefing concerning the 2025 bill on 22 May 2025, 12 June 2025, 13 June 2025, 25 June 2025 and 26 June 2025. - Email, ...
Rockwood Consulting ULC
Current/Former DPOWhat is lobbying? (FAQ)2025-09-20
Intent: Simplify processes for transforming over the shop spaces into housing and revitalise under-used housing stock
Details: Supported the focus of the informal Oireachtas cross-party Committee at Leinster House
Officials: Danny Healy-Rae, Aidan Davitt, Robbie Gallagher, Pat the Cope Gallagher, John Clendennen, Malcolm Noonan, Imelda Goldsboro, Margaret Murphy O'Mahony, ...
Methods: Event / Reception
Family Carers Ireland
2025-09-19
Intent: Incorporate FCI proposals into policy/ actions in 2026 budget
Details: FCI Pre- Budget Submissions 2026
Officials: Mary Butler, James Browne, David Cullinane, John Cummins, Jack Chambers, Paul McAuliffe, Charlie McConalogue, Niamh Smyth, ...
Methods: James Browne, Mary Butler & David Cullinane - Email, John Cummins - Meeting, Jack Chambers & Paul Mc Auliffe - Email, ...
mytaxi network Ireland (trading as FREE NOW)
2025-09-19
Intent: To highlight the challenges faced by Local Area Hackney drivers in delivering transport services to rural communities, and to secure meetings aimed at identifying practical solutions to support drivers and address these issues.
Details: Correspondence regarding the delivery of Small Public Service Vehicle (SPSV) services in rural Ireland and the expansion of the Local Area Hackney licence to enhance local transport options.
Officials: Seán Canney, Jerry Buttimer, Ciarán Ahern, Jennifer Whitmore, Alan Kelly, Michael Murphy, Shane Moynihan, Grace Boland, ...
Methods: Email, Virtual Meeting
Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers
Current/Former DPOWhat is lobbying? (FAQ)2025-09-19
Intent: Simplify processes for transforming over the shop spaces into housing and revitalise under used housing stock.
Details: Hosted Informal Cross-Party Oireachtas Committee with a focus on bringing over the shop spaces back into use for housing.
Officials: Danny Healy-Rae, John Clendennen, Pat the Cope Gallagher, Aidan Davitt, Malcolm Noonan, Imelda Goldsboro, Eamon Scanlon, Margaret Murphy O'Mahony, ...
Methods: In person. - Meeting
County Tipperary Chambers of Commerce
2025-09-19
Intent: To influence national policy on strengthening local democracy and representation for business communities.
Details: Submission and communications to the Local Democracy Taskforce highlighting the needs and perspectives of Tipperary businesses and communities in relation to local democracy and governance.
Officials: Andy Maloney, Annemarie 'Shiner' Ryan, David Dunne, Declan Burgess, Fiona Bonfield, Garth Aherne, Imelda Goldsboro, Joe Hannigan, ...
Methods: Emails and formal input provided directly to members of the Local Democracy Taskforce. - Email
County Tipperary Chambers of Commerce
2025-09-19
Intent: To secure support from Tipperary County Council and elected representatives for the formal establishment of Clonmel BID and endorsement of the Clonmel 2030 Vision.
Details: Advocacy for the establishment of Clonmel BIDs and support for the Clonmel 2030 Vision to regenerate and promote the town center.
Officials: Siobhan Ambrose, Annemarie 'Shiner' Ryan, Brian Beck, David Dunne, Declan Burgess, Garth Aherne, Ger Walsh, Imelda Goldsboro, ...
Methods: Discussions with Tipperary County Council officials and elected representatives regarding town centre regeneration and the establishment of Clonmel BID. - Meeting