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Sharing Ibec priorities for the coming years with key political stakeholders in relation to rising costs, energy costs, infrastructure and sustainable economy, ahead of Government formation discussions

A letter of congratulations and a copy of Cork Chamber's general election manifesto was issued to each of the recently elected Cork TDs to highlight areas of priority for advancement in the coming years, including essential projects in housing, infrastructure, renewables and…

To raise awareness of macro economic issues, general insurance, health insurance and pension policy affecting the insurance industry.

To ask election candidates to sign the Irish Cancer Society General Election pledge.::To congratulate TD's on their election to the 34th Dáil and provide introduction.::To inform general election candidates of ICS election priorities.

To engage with Party Leaders further to the publication of party manifestos

To inform public representatives of the implications of proposed restrictions on flavoured vapes for adult vapers and for the health outlook of smokers who use vaping to quit or reduce their levels of smoking.

To discuss the Domestic and EU Legislative Agenda and share key priorities so as enhance the competitiveness of the Irish Funds Industry

Measures in Budget 2025 to address priorities of Ibec members in Cork

Support for Rehab's priorities in our Pre-Budget Submission to address: Cost of Disability Housing and Independent Living Health and Mental Health Transport Employment activation Training and Education Assistive Technology Social care Funding and Reform of Disability…

Commitments from candidates and parties that Disability matters will be prioritised in the next Programme for Government

Raise issues affecting carers across Ireland with General Election candidates.::Seeking each party leader to endorse FCIs 10 Pledges for Family Carers Manifesto

To outline the tax policies for the consideration of the next Government that the Institute believes will foster an innovative and productive domestic business sector while ensuring Ireland remains attractive to foreign direct investment.

Commitment to advance sexual and reproductive health and rights within domestic and international policy

Seeking amendments to the Social Welfare Bill specifically to bring forward the increase in the Carers Allowance income disregard announced in Budget 2025 from July 2025 to Jan 2025.::Quarterly bilateral meeting with officials in the Dept Social Protection – CV Pillar

For parties to support increase in minimum salary thresholds for those on existing contracts and to open the application process for family reunification to all holders of general employment permits.