Lobbying return by Irish Federation of University Teachers
Education and TrainingSupport offered by Senator and initial meeting requested::Support for Pre-Budget Submission 2027
Politician · TD · 34th Dáil
Returns filed on the Register of Lobbying, newest first, with the policy area and intended results as the lobbyist published them.
Support offered by Senator and initial meeting requested::Support for Pre-Budget Submission 2027
Highlighted that assistive technology is a fundamental human right under the UN CRPD ::Showcase the success of initiatives like DAT Central and DAT Works, which supports disabled job seekers and employers in leveraging technology for career entry and advancement.::Advocate for…
To secure political recognition of the strategic value of international students to Ireland and support for policies that strengthen Ireland's position as a leading destination for international education
Published name "Irish Universities Association" equals CRO name "IRISH UNIVERSITIES ASSOCIATION" (CRO 264534) 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.
To secure government support for expanding higher education and skills programmes that strengthen Wexford’s talent pipeline and long term economic resilience.
Published name "County Wexford Chamber of Industry and Commerce CLG" equals CRO name "COUNTY WEXFORD CHAMBER OF INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 659771) 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.
Improved funding for Research Ireland
To highlight programmes offered by NLN that offer progression pathways to the wide range of apprenticeships::To highlight some of the systemic barriers that prevent people with disabilities from taking up apprenticeships and make recommendations to the Committee
Equality of access to apprenticeship opportunities, enhanced support for apprentices
Called for greater flexibility within the apprenticeship and wider skills system to enable faster adaptation to emerging sectors and changing labour market needs.
Called for the administrative transfer option within the apprenticeship system to be formalised and more actively promoted to enable SMEs to participate through shared training arrangements.
Recommended that a portion of the National Training Fund surplus be used to enhance the branding, promotion and accessibility of apprenticeships.
Called for additional resourcing for the Regional Skills Fora with the aim of helping more companies engage with the upskilling ecosystem.
Personal Introduction and Alignment with the European Commission’s draft legislation for the 10th EU Framework Programme
Published name "Irish Universities Association" equals CRO name "IRISH UNIVERSITIES ASSOCIATION" (CRO 264534) 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.
Increasing awareness of the supports available through Skillnet Ireland and expanding offerings in 2026.
Published name "Skillnet Ireland" has no legal form. "SKILLNET IRELAND COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 298694) 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.
Seeking support for Fórsa's campaign seeking public sector pension status for school secretaries and caretakers.
Sufficient funding for higher education pay awards, demographics, funding the future commitments and research infrastructure
Published name "Irish Universities Association" equals CRO name "IRISH UNIVERSITIES ASSOCIATION" (CRO 264534) 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.