Friends of the Earth
Intent: Successful transposition of E.E.D.
Details: Transposition of Energy Efficiency Directive
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Intent: Successful transposition of E.E.D.
Details: Transposition of Energy Efficiency Directive
Intent: Raise awareness of role of biofuels in heating transition
Details: Sharing research on biofuels
Intent: Measures to improve cost competitiveness and avoid any further cost increases::Measures to support increased investment in hotel accommodation::Measures to support growth and development of Irish tourism::Measures to support the viability of hotels, guesthouses and tourism businesses::Measures to support the development of employer-led staff accommodation within the hotels sector ::Targeted funding for a national hotel retrofitting scheme to reduce carbon footprint::Increased investment and support for tourism marketing both domestically and overseas.::Additional funding for targeted upskilling of employees across the hotels sector
Details: Seeking Government measures to support the long term growth and development of Ireland's tourism and hospitality industry
Intent: Meeting on 8 July (and communications regarding logistics of same) between members of TBOI and and members of the Sinn Féin parliamentary party to discuss topics including judicial review, the Civil Reform Bill, Civil Legal Aid and Criminal Legal Aid
Details: Meeting between SF and members of TBOI to discuss various legal reforms currently underway
Intent: To secure appropriate access to Category C and D economic write-off data for DoneDeal Cars and other relevant third parties, and amend proposed legislation if necessary, enabling this information to be provided to consumers. The intended result is greater transparency in the used-car market, stronger consumer protection and improved road safety by allowing buyers to understand a vehicle’s relevant history before purchase.
Details: Engagement on proposed legislation and policy governing the National Vehicle and Driver File (NVDF), advocating for access to Category C and D economic write-off data. DoneDeal Cars highlighted how making this information available to used-car buyers would improve transparency, strengthen consumer p, ...
Intent: Seeking support from TDs and Minister to sustain youth work services nationwide and provide safe, accessible spaces for young people
Details: Highlighting the urgent need for an additional €27.3 million investment for youth work services nationwide
Intent: Correspondence with members of the Oireachtas in relation to Liquid Gas Ireland’s pre-Budget submission, seeking political support for measures that recognise the needs of off-natural-gas-grid consumers and support rural homes and businesses in accessing practical, affordable and lower-carbon energy solutions.
Details: Outreach to relevant members of the Oireachtas in relation to Liquid Gas Ireland's Pre Budget Submission.
Intent: Provide briefing to local TD’s and gain support for enhanced public transport to Cork Airport
Details: Meeting held with general business briefing and public transport asks
Intent: To present and seek support for the Law Society's position on the Department of Justice's proposal to reform criminal legal aid.
Details: Discussion of issues surrounding the proposed reforms of criminal legal aid.
Intent: Government and National Transport Authority action to increase licensed taxi supply and improve availability, including in rural and regional areas.
Details: Coalition briefing in the AV Room, Leinster House on 20 May 2026 concerning taxi supply and availability, including rural shortages, barriers to entry, passenger accessibility and reliability, and the night-time economy.