Colm Burke

Urgent delivery of reductions in insurance costs by incumbent insurers on back of reforms. Effective defamation legislation. The urgent sourcing of additional underwriting cover including cover for sectors unable to source affordable liability insurance. Meaningful reform and…

To raise concerns about VAT liabilities affecting taxi drivers who operate through digital platforms, and to seek meetings to discuss how this can be addressed through the discontinuation of the reverse-charge mechanism in VAT invoicing within the taxi sector.

To meet political stakeholders to discuss the unmet need of over 65s in the winter flu season.

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

To raise awareness among Oireachtas Health Committee members of the key issues in oral healthcare and potential policy solutions

To raise awareness of sleep disorders in Ireland and the need for a targeted approach from the Department of Health

To raise awareness of policy positions and cultivate support for relevant policy change

Discussion on cystic fibrosis in Ireland and access to CF medicines

Seeking support for Fórsa's campaign seeking public sector pension status for school secretaries and caretakers.

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

Discussion of issues of concern to home care sector

Secure support from Social Democrats on mental health policy points

To highlight MHR's core recommendations on the Bill to the Oireachtas

AV Room Briefing Event to discuss the challenges with the current issues facing the sector, staff retention and programme for government commitments and to explore policy solutions.

To brief Members of the Oireachtas on home care issues (Statutory Home Support Scheme; Addressing waiting lists/unmet need; workforce development). ::Inform Members of Oireachtas Health & Disability Matter Committees about HCCI's policy priorities ::To meet members of both…