Intent: The correspondence referenced European analysis suggesting a substantial proportion of vaping products circulating within the EU may be entering through irregular or illegal channels. It warned that weak enforcement, cross-border purchasing and online sales create risks for youth access, tax compliance and consumer safety. The RRPA argued that further restrictions without stronger enforcement could expand black market activity and undermine legitimate retail trade.
Details: The Reduced Risk Products Association issued correspondence to all TDs and Senators highlighting concerns about enforcement capacity within Ireland’s vaping sector. The communication stressed that the effectiveness of any regulatory framework will depend not on legislative intent alone, but on robus, ...
The RRPA called for a strengthened enforcement package including increased inspection resources, annual enforcement reporting, tax-stamp or digital traceability systems, stronger controls on online and cross-border sales, and targeted sanctions against repeat offenders. The communication argued that youth protection and public health depend on controlling illegal supply chains and ensuring compliant retailers are supported rather than undermined. - Email
Intent: To raise awareness of Oireachtas members on a range of issues affecting people with dyslexia in Ireland including the continuing urgent need for extra time for students with dyslexia and other learning difficulties when sitting State Exams (Junior and Leaving Certificate) as part of the accommodations offered within the RACE (Reasonable Accommodations at the Certificate Examinations) scheme as administered by the State Examinations Commission (SEC).
Details: Dyslexia Awareness Month Presentation to Oireachtas Members for Dyslexia Awareness Month
Invitations to all Oireachas members before the event, and distribution of summary briefing to Oireachtas members after the event. - EmailMeeting for Oireachtas members on 9th October 2025 in the AV Room of Leinster House, an event sponsored by Pádraig Rice TD. - Meeting
Intent: To update policymakers/stakeholders on Lilly's investment in strategic manufacturing operations in Limerick and Kinsale; to highlight key policy areas of importance for Lilly's continued growth in both Ireland and across the EU, including advocating for EU legislative reform that ensures equal and timely access to innovations for all patients across Europe and the strengthening of legislative protections for intellectual property rights.
Details: Update on company operations in Ireland and EU
Intent: Raise issues affecting carers across Ireland with General Election candidates.::Seeking each party leader to endorse FCIs 10 Pledges for Family Carers Manifesto
Carlow/ KK event Re GE - Event / ReceptionCarrie Ann-Attendance at the Carer Support Group in New Ross. - Event / ReceptionCarrie Ann-Invitation to the Carer Support Group in New Ross. - Email
Intent: To receive an update on the proposed dialysis unit in Ennis, Co Clare which is due to open in 2025. Violet assured that the Haemodialysis unit will be running from early 2025 and would keep an eye on the timeline.
Details: Dermot Hayes, Chairperson of the Clare Branch contacted Violet Ann Whynne and Cathal Crow for an update on the proposed dialysis unit in Ennis, Co Clare
1 email was sent to Violet Ann Wynne and Cathal Crowe. An automated email response was received from both and a personal reply from Violet Ann Wynne. - Email
Hard copy of our Manifesto was sent by letter/email to relevant spokespersons and Ministers - LetterThe NDSA held three election hustings in Galway 14 November Limerick 19 November Dublin Candidates attended election hustings organised by NDSA. Service users and staff from Rehab were in attendance and raised issues of concern to them. - Event / Reception
Intent: The purpose of the meeting for Ennis Chamber, was to organise a pro-active discussion to raise awareness around key areas towards the improvement of rail service/public transport for county Clare, including: the re-opening of Crusheen Station on the Ennis to Galway line, introduction of flood relief programme at Ballycar, and the investment in a spur link from Cratloe to Shannon Airport.
Details: Presentation and meeting organised by Ennis Chamber with CEO Irish Rail Jim Meade, plus several political and local authority representatives.
Intent: The presentation will increase awareness of Meals on Wheels services in their constituency and encourage them to reach out to local providers to hear about the challenges they face regarding funding, staffing and future of the service and that they will support and recognise the importance of Meals on Wheels as part of the overall delivery of healthcare in the community and supporting older people to age in their own home.
Details: Presentation on the National Meals on Wheels Network and Meals on Wheels services to members of the Oireachtas in the AV room of Leinster House
