Lobbying Records (Page 1 of 2)
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
2025-12-18
Intent: No increase commercial rates for 2026
Details: Not to increase commercial rates for 2026
Officials: Sean MCKeown, Bernard Pollard, Michael Quinn, Ivan Grimes, Damien Geoghegan, Pat Nugent, Tom Cronin, Joe O’Riordan, ...
Methods: Email
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
2025-12-18
Intent: Rental policy explicitly supports a balanced mix of housing supply, including tourism accommodation.Minimum tenancy periods be reviewed, with a three-year security model considered as a workable alternative.The cumulative impact of rental reforms and the short-term letting register be assessed together, particularly for tourism-dependent regions.Housing, tourism, planning and enterprise policies be developed in alignment, with regional flexibility built in.
Details: Submission on Government Reforms to the Rental Sector
Officials: Darragh O'Brien, Malcolm Noonan, Kieran O'Donnell, Mary Butler, John Cummins, David Cullinane, Conor D McGuinness, Joe Conway, ...
Methods: Email
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
2025-08-25
Intent: Enable faster, better delivery on housing, transport, infrastructure, and town centre management
Details: Devolving greater authority and resources to local authorities
Officials: Fiona Quinn, Mary Butler, David Cullinane, John Cummins, Conor D McGuinness, Joe Conway, Damien Geoghegan, Pat Nugent, ...
Methods: To read the submission:https://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Local-Democracy-Taskforce-Submission-by-Chambers-Ireland-August-2025-1.pdfJoint submission coordinated by Chambers Ireland, submitted to Dept of Housing, Local Government and Heritage - Submission, Email
Horse Racing Ireland
2025-05-21
Intent: Advocating the economic benefits of HRI & to ensure continued government support for the Irish horseracing industry
Details: Stallion Trail Invitations
Officials: James Lawless, Bernard Durkan, Aidan Farrelly, Réada Cronin, Naoise O'Cearúil, Joe Neville, Martin Heydon, Seán Ó Fearghaíl, ...
Methods: Email
ALDI Ireland
2025-05-16
Intent: Participation in photocall and quote for ALDI press release
Details: Invite to store opening
Officials: Mary Butler, David Cullinane, John Cummins, Conor D McGuinness, Billy Kelleher, Cynthia Ní Mhurchú, Kathleen Funchion, Seán Kelly, ...
Methods: Email, Meeting
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
2024-10-31
Intent: No increase in commercial rates for 2025
Details: Not to increase local commercial rates for businesses in 2025
Officials: Ivan Grimes, Michael Quinn, Paul Johnston, Claire Hartley, Bernard Pollard, Seanie Power, John O'Leary, Declan Clune, ...
Methods: Email
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
2024-08-29
Intent: We recommend pausing the increases in statutory sick pay and parents' leave until the new minimum wage is agreed upon, to allow businesses to better manage these financial pressures.
Details: Ireland's high operational costs challenge businesses, particularly in staffing and HR. Proposed increases in statutory sick pay, parents' leave, pension auto-enrolment, and minimum wage may deter hiring, accelerating a shift towards the gig economy. This shift risks negative impacts on society and , ...
Officials: Jack Chambers, Paschal Donohoe, Mary Butler, Matt Shanahan, Marc Ó Cathasaigh, David Cullinane, John Cummins, Damien Geoghegan, ...
Methods: Submission, Virtual Meeting organised by Chambers Ireland with Ministers Jack Chambers & Paschal Donohoe 28.8.24 - Virtual Meeting
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
2024-08-29
Intent: Flexible Renovation Grants and Enhanced Capital Allowances: Implement flexible grants to renovate vacant properties, coupled with enhanced capital allowances to tackle dereliction. While repurposing premises is necessary, it is crucial to maintain commercial use on ground floors, ensuring town centres remain vibrant commercial hubs. We must balance the demand for housing with the need to preserve the commercial potential of our town centres.
Details: Housing and Urban Renewal - Affordable Housing Supply: Address the pressing need for affordable housing options—whether for purchase, rent, or holiday accommodation. A robust housing market is crucial for attracting and retaining a workforce.
Officials: Jack Chambers, Paschal Donohoe, Mary Butler, Matt Shanahan, Marc Ó Cathasaigh, David Cullinane, John Cummins, Damien Geoghegan, ...
Methods: Submission
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
2024-08-29
Intent: continued investment in both the development and maintenance of Transport & Leisure Infrastructure facilities is paramount to nurturing a strong, healthy, and connected community.
Details: Continued investment in public services is vital to making towns like Dungarvan an attractive place to live, work, and play. Enhancing transport links, such as the TFI Local Link networks, has greatly benefited rural areas by improving connectivity, supporting employment, and sustaining community vi, ...
Officials: Jack Chambers, Paschal Donohoe, Mary Butler, Matt Shanahan, Marc Ó Cathasaigh, David Cullinane, John Cummins, Damien Geoghegan, ...
Methods: Submission
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
2024-08-29
Intent: Increased investment in this institution is necessary to establish it as a leading centre of education that attracts employers to the region and mitigates brain drain.
Details: Education and Skills Development - South East Technological University (SETU):The success of SETU is critical for the South East economy
Officials: Jack Chambers, Paschal Donohoe, Mary Butler, Matt Shanahan, Marc Ó Cathasaigh, David Cullinane, John Cummins, Damien Geoghegan, ...
Methods: Submission