Joe Flaherty

Joe Flaherty

Total lobbying returns involving this official: 1404

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Most Recent Title
TD
Most Recent Public Body
Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas
First Seen
18 May 2018
Last Seen
21 September 2026

Observed Titles

CouncillorSenatorTD

Observed Public Bodies

Dáil Éireann, the OireachtasLongford County CouncilSeanad

Current Oireachtas Committee Memberships

Updated 22 September 2026

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Lobbying Records (Page 1 of 141)

Intent: An opportunity to play on the pitch at the Aviva Stadium

Details: Provide opportunity for elected representatives to engage with football in an informal environment.

Methods
The activity was on the 21st May. An opportunity to play on the pitch at the Aviva Stadium. Details are as follows; • 10:30am – Arrive at Aviva Stadium• Dressing rooms and kit (top, shorts, socks) will be provided. • 11 - 12 – Football on the Aviva Stadium pitch (format will depend on numbers, details will be shared closer to the time)• 12 - 2 – Refreshments • Car parking will be provided at the Aviva Stadium carpark if required. - Event / Reception

Council of The Bar of Ireland

67 officials
2026-09-21

Intent: Meeting on 17 June (and communications regarding logistics of same) between members of TBOI and and members of the Fianna Fail parliamentary party to discuss topics including judicial review, the Civil Reform Bill, Civil Legal Aid and Criminal Legal Aid

Details: Meeting between FF and members of TBOI to discuss various legal reforms currently underway

Methods
EmailMeeting

Intent: Share TENI's analysis on the Disregard Scheme provisions as contained in the Criminal Law, Civil Law and Defence (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2026. This includes drawing attention to the relevant for trans people, share concerns on some existing wording and provide recommendations for change and implementation.

Details: Briefing Note on the Disregard Provisions as contained in the Criminal Law, Civil Law and Defence (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2026

Methods
Email to Minister of Justice with briefing note sent on 17 June. - Email

Horse Racing Ireland

33 officials
2026-09-21

Intent: Awareness of the economic and social benefits of the Irish racing and breeding industry

Details: Ongoing engagement with the Oireachtas Friends of Irish Racing and Bloodstock sector.

Methods
Visit to Kilbeggan Races July 10th - Event / ReceptionVisit to Red Mills & Gowran Park August 7th - Event / Reception

Intent: Sent the 2026 AsIAm Same Chance Report to TDs, Senators and Irish MEPs

Details: Sent the 2026 AsIAm Same Chance Report to TDs, Senators and Irish MEPs

Methods
Sent the 2026 AsIAm Same Chance Report to TDs, Senators and Irish MEPs - Email

Intent: Raise the profile of the National Family Resource Centre (FRC) programme and provide an opportunity for Oireachtas members to meet with FRC reprsentatives from their region. Launch of the FRC National Forum Pre-Budget Submission for 2026 seeking an minimum of €255,000 core funding for all FRCs, a dedicated capital funding stream for FRCs, and urgent investment in counselling and therapeutic supports.

Details: The Family Resource Centre National Forum held a political engagement event on the 6th of May at Buswells Hotel in Dublin.

Methods
Political engagement event held on the 6th of May in Buswells hotel in Dublin. Key agenda was to launch the FRC National Forum Pre-Budget Submission outlining 3 key ask for Budget 2027 including an increase of core funding for all FRCs, a dedicated capital funding stream for FRCs, and urgent investment in counselling and therapeutic supports. - Event / Reception