Catherine Connolly

Níos mó maoiniú don earnáil Ghaeilge agus Gaeltachta; Reachtaíocht níos láidre don Ghaeilge agus don Ghaeltacht; An Ghaeilge níos láidre sa chóras oideachais

That a not for profit ethos and costs met approach would be incorporated into the tender. It has been demonstrated internationally that a for profit model does not benefit the long term unemployed and treats clients of services as commodities.

Request to support Business Case and secure meeting with Ministers Eamon Ryan and Michael McGrath::Request for support for a new multi-annual funding model for Ireland's regional airports, including Shannon.

Introduction of new legislation

Priorities to support the economic recovery and future growth of the West

Ring-fenced funding for the National Cancer Strategy::Funding to address COVID-19 related backlogs in cancer services::Addressing reductions in capacity (due to social distancing) by making immediate investment in temporary builds while committing to overdue capital investment…

Seeking implementation of legislation and policies to reduce the cost of motor insurance premiums in Ireland, namely the Judicial Council Bill 2017.

Extension of Consanguinity relief from 2020 to 2025::Funds ringfenced for a dedicated debt mediation service for farmers

To expand Stamp Duty Relief to include all land transfers in registered Succession Farm Partnerships up to the age of 40.::Extend the maximum age to avail of Stamp Duty relief on the purchase of land to all young trained farmers up to the age of 40.::Extend the tax relief on the…

To develop a National Rural Network for Ireland

Seek VAT exemption within EU VAT Directive on safety equipment across all agricultural sectors::VAT exemption on sexed semen for all farmers::VAT exemption on non-oral livestock medicines (non-antibiotic). farm disinfectants and hygiene products::VAT exemption on faecal egg lab…

New environmental scheme open to all farmers who complete the basic requirements::Fast track system of applying for TAMS scheme for young farmers and farmers participating in the voluntary ASSAP program::Fund a programme offering free advice and guidance to farmers

To elevate the prioritisation of people with disabilities the programme of Covid-19 vaccination

To introduce TDs to the Irish Cancer Society Advocacy Champions appointed in their local constituency::To seek an introductory meeting between Irish Cancer Society volunteer Advocacy Champions and TDs in the constituencies of Clare, Dublin Central, Dublin Fingal, Dublin South…

Target of increased geographic coverage of the existing 4G network to address black spots – licensing fee decrease for increased bandwidth allowance for mobile phone companies::A commitment is needed for a minimum of 90% population coverage for 5G::Tax credit for the investment…