Alan Dillon

To provide information on the operation of the National Lottery, the positive impact of Good Causes funding and the challenges presented by Lottery Betting to Good Causes funding, public safety and public health.

A system whereby all employment permit holders can change employer easily while on their permit and easily secure a route back into a new permit if they lose their job or are exploited. Greater penalties for exploitative employers.

A permanent VAT derogation allowing donation of unsold goods at a zero rate of VAT. A review of the rates system to provide rates exemption/relief for charity retailers. Funding/infrastructure for charity retailers to scale to meet the opportunities of the circular economy via…

Irish Rural Link's Asks for Budget 2026 will be considered and reflected in changes in Budget 2026

Seek support for pre-budget submission

Support for commercial bus operator's who are excluded from Child Leap Card Scheme

To have the addition of dental professions to the Critical Skills List considered.

To ensure an understanding of IPOA perspectives on proposal for reform to the rental market regulatory environment.

To discuss the challenges facing the sports sector with members of the Oireachtas and to explore policy solutions.

Their attendance at the 30 year event to marks GTM's advocacy and anti Racism work over 3 decades.

Contribute to the Forum in relation to impact of the costs of business in Ireland on Exporters.

Listen to developments in Enterprise and Trade Policy

Highlighted the inconsistent processing speeds across departments for employment permits and visas, and called for stronger cross-departmental coordination to deliver a faster, more efficient end-to-end system.

Highlighted the mounting financial and administrative pressures facing businesses, and advocated for targeted support to help SMEs in particular manage growing pressures.

Highlighted the lack of common procedures across regulators and called for a streamlined regulatory framework