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Politician · TD · 34th Dáil

Dara Calleary

Fianna Fáil

Constituency / panel
Mayo
Membership
2024-11-29 → current
Office
Minister for Social Protection (2025-01-23 → 2025-06-01)
Office
Minister for Social Protection (2025-06-02 → current)
Office
Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht (2025-06-02 → current)
Office
Minister for Rural and Community Development (2025-01-23 → 2025-06-01)
1
Declared items
0
CRO-matched interests
0
Awards to declared companies
2754
Lobbying returns
Reports for 2017–2025 (party) and 2020–2022 (members)
1
SIPO donation records
386 of 422 divisions
91%
Vote participation

Lobbying returns

Returns filed on the Register of Lobbying, newest first, with the policy area and intended results as the lobbyist published them.

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Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by CHILDREN'S RIGHTS ALLIANCE - REPUBLIC OF IRELAND LIMITED

Budgetary matters
Intended results

We were seeking to influence Budget 2024 and to ensure that the Budget took specific measures to tackle child poverty. These specific measures included increasing the Increase for a Qualified Child, providing additional resources to tackle educational disadvantage, address the…

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by Teiripe Pobail Éireann CLG

Budgetary matters
Intended results

We emailed seeking the support for an incrase of funding for our members. This included support for a pay increase costing E225,000, support for multiannual funding and support for HSE and Tusla joint funding costing E1.725m

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Teiripe Pobail Éireann CLG" equals CRO name "Teiripe Pobail Éireann COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 545085) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by Ballina Chamber of Commerce

Budgetary matters
Intended results

We surveyed our members to gauge their feelings on the upcoming Budget and their concerns were; 1. Retain 9% VAT rate 2. Rates freeze or support for businesses. 3. Continued energy support for businesses Businesses are fearful of a tough Winter and for some businesses with…

Derived link · Matched by name with added legal form

Published name "Ballina Chamber of Commerce" has no legal form. "BALLINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 277149) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by Irish Exporters Association

Trade
Intended results

Attending meeting of Trade & Investment Council in Dept of Enterprise, Trade & Employment to hear issues impacting Irish businesses

Derived link · Matched by name with added legal form

Published name "Irish Exporters Association" has no legal form. "IRISH EXPORTERS ASSOCIATION COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 13805) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by Ballina Chamber of Commerce

Budgetary matters
Intended results

TD's , Senators and Minister gain an understanding of the issues facing Ballina Chamber members face in the run up to Budget 2024 and the concerns of the members are highlighted following a prebudget survey. Social Media (2-5) Facebook, Instagram, Linked In, Twitter/X, TD's were…

Derived link · Matched by name with added legal form

Published name "Ballina Chamber of Commerce" has no legal form. "BALLINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 277149) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by Ballina Chamber of Commerce

Economic Development and Industry
Intended results

Clearly identify the key issues and challenges faced by the local business community in Ballina and the broader Co Mayo region. This included infrastructure needs, investment opportunities, regulatory considerations, and any other factors affecting business growth.

Derived link · Matched by name with added legal form

Published name "Ballina Chamber of Commerce" has no legal form. "BALLINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 277149) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by Ballina Chamber of Commerce

Economic Development and Industry
Intended results

Sustainability: Incentives and Grants: Provide financial incentives, grants, for SMEs adopting sustainable practices, renewable energy sources, and eco-friendly technologies. Education: Develop training programs to educate SMEs on sustainable business practices, waste reduction,…

Derived link · Matched by name with added legal form

Published name "Ballina Chamber of Commerce" has no legal form. "BALLINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 277149) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by Ballina Chamber of Commerce

Budgetary matters
Intended results

TD's , Senators and Minister gain an understanding of the issues facing Ballina Chamber members face in the run up to Budget 2024 and the concerns of the members are highlighted following a prebudget survey.

Derived link · Matched by name with added legal form

Published name "Ballina Chamber of Commerce" has no legal form. "BALLINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 277149) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by Ballina Chamber of Commerce

Housing
Intended results

IQ Ballina, Co Mayo, with 16,000sq foot of office space the hub will accommodate 150 people. Discussed the opportunities afforded to the space, with particular emphasis on the enterprise space in Ballina and north Mayo while also addressing dereliction and vacancy in the…

Derived link · Matched by name with added legal form

Published name "Ballina Chamber of Commerce" has no legal form. "BALLINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 277149) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by Ballina Chamber of Commerce

Community
Intended results

Promoting a wider programme of events between Ireland and France to celebrate the long-standing friendship and emphasize the importance of town twinning and engagement as a wonderful initiative. Strengthening cultural ties, fostering mutual understanding, and enhanced…

Derived link · Matched by name with added legal form

Published name "Ballina Chamber of Commerce" has no legal form. "BALLINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 277149) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by Ballina Chamber of Commerce

Community
Intended results

To mark this milestone, a series of public events will take throughout the year, offering opportunities for the communities of Ballina to connect, to celebrate Ballina and communicate a new narrative about the town and its people. Ballina 2023 aims to build civic pride and…

Derived link · Matched by name with added legal form

Published name "Ballina Chamber of Commerce" has no legal form. "BALLINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 277149) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by Ballina Chamber of Commerce

Environment
Intended results

The aim of the weekend is to showcase the great climate positive work taking place in Ballina and engage a wider audience in these initiatives to build awareness, scale and momentum in Ballina’s bid to become Ireland’s Greenest Town. Key priorities for this year’s programme…

Derived link · Matched by name with added legal form

Published name "Ballina Chamber of Commerce" has no legal form. "BALLINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 277149) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.

Register of Lobbying2024-01-18

Lobbying return by ALDI Ireland

Economic Development and Industry
Intended results

Visit to ALDI marquee at National Ploughing Championship, meeting with ALDI and suppliers. Discussion of public policy areas of interest.