Helen McEntee

For Budget 2016 no changes to motor taxation policy that would hinder the ability of our members to do business. Also no increases in business related taxation.

To secure more inclusive, constructive and well resourced social protection, education and training and employment policies.

For their attendance at pre-budget political briefing

Introduction of a PAYE tax credit for the self-employed and proprietary directors equivalent to that afforded to employees::Abolition of the 3% USC surcharge on the self-employed::Introduction of a voluntary PRSI system for the self-employed

Feedback from members of the Oireachtas on telecoms issues raised by constituents::Provide an understanding to Oireachtas members of telecoms investment and of barriers to further investment

Meetings to discuss SPI policies for growth of the creative audio visual sector

Cut top rate of tax by 5% for all earners by 2020::Stop income tax system discriminating against the self employed::Reduce capital gains by 20% for enterprise gains::Replace JobBridge with a new national internship model::Reform social security system to incentivise…

Put focus on net pay and highlight that income tax decreases are an essential component of increasing take home pay. Small companies that can afford it will be giving moderate pay increases::Changes in the minimum wage should be evidence-based::Living Wage concept is not viable…

To raise awareness of the 'Movember' campaign::To increase government awareness of the issues around men's health

Recognition of key eir investments in High-Speed Fixed and Mobile Broadband infrastructure and services and of eir's intention to sustain that key investment role

Obtain feedback on broadband and mobile telecoms issues::Provide an understanding of telecoms industry's network investment in Meath and the barriers to further investment

The timeline for publication of the Public Health (Alcohol) Bill::Better understanding of industry views on various proposals outlined in the heads of the bill

To advance the specific issues outlined on behalf of the private and voluntary nursing home sector, NHI members.

To highlight JTI Ireland’s commitment to the Lobbying Act as the primary reference for all lobbying with designated public officials in Ireland. In the context of an incorrect interpretation of Article 5.3 of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco…

Reduced class size, school funding increase, greater supports for school leadership roles