Barry Ward

Invited TD's and Ministers to meet with Business Leaders from Dun Laoghaire Rathdown to discuss local and global economic concerns

To discuss the Domestic and EU Legislative Agenda and share key priorities so as enhance the competitiveness of the Irish Funds Industry

Showcasing Businesses Success Stories to the Council, National and Local Government Representatives. Increasing awareness, recognising and highlighting business excellence across all business sectors - private, public and charity. Rewarding business initiatives which in turn…

Lobbied TDs and attended Chambers Ireland Pre-Budget Submission Event

Ensure a speedy passage of the legislation for the referendum to ratify the UPC Agreement

Promote fairer economic policy

Secure commitment to public policy measures to offset the cost pressures facing business, particularly in relation to energy costs and higher labour costs arising from Government policies such as Statutory Sick Pay and additional leave

Ensure awareness of how the drinks industry supported the national fight against Covid 19 and to outline our plans for future growth

To highlight the effectiveness of Covid-19 supports in stabilising the economy and maintaining business confidence::To promote continued support for businesses affected by Covid-19 public health restrictions as the need arises in the coming months::To highlight the issues raised…

To raise awareness of the policy issues highlighted in Dublin Chamber’s Q3 Business Outlook Survey::To encourage a national plan for the rejuvenation of city centres::To encourage investment in public transport and urban cycling infrastructure

To increase Government funding for construction of purpose built social and affordable homes in Dublin to relieve pressure on the private market.::To maintain business supports for as long as businesses require exiting Covid.::To promote Dublin Chamber’s strategic priorities and…

Achieve support of Ibec's priorities to transform Metropolitan Dublin to be a more equitable, sustainable, inclusive and resilient city region.

To highlight the need to support the tourism sector in Dublin.::To communicate the challenges facing the tourism and hospitality sector as they prepare to reopen for summer.

To communicate the need for a new urban action plan in Dublin to assist the city to recover post covid-19.::To communicate the challenges the city faces and the need for a central government policy response to recovery.::To communicate the challenges that the city faces in…

Awareness of the impact of Covid-19 restrictions on economic competitiveness, particularly on Ireland's 'experience economy'::Understanding of the risks and opportunities presented by the OECD's BEPS (base erosion and profit shifting) process and international labour trends for…