James O'Connor

To highlight the consequences of proposed EU-US Trade Tariffs on the Irish Whiskey Sector

To inform them on next steps in development of renewable energy project and answer any questions they may have on the same

A reduction in excise duty would be the fairest and most effective way to support all pubs and the VFI is proposing a rebate scheme on the excise paid on draught beer/cider.::There has been a 20% drop in licensed taxi drivers over the past 13 years which severely impacts pubs;…

A system whereby all employment permit holders can change employer easily while on their permit and easily secure a route back into a new permit if they lose their job or are exploited. Greater penalties for exploitative employers.

Inclusion of bookshops in the proposed culture card scheme

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

Sharing information and concerns regarding the EU CSDDD and Omnibus proposals from the Irish Coalition for Business and Human Rights (ICBHR)

Irish Distillers’ advocacy efforts sought to secure a favourable trading environment for Irish whiskey

Submission of Parliamentary Questions, on the Dáil Éireann record, for written answer to the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

Briefing on the needed to modernise genetic testing capacity in Ireland

Called for growing administrative and financial burdens on businesses, particularly SMEs, to be eased where possible

Advocated for a more efficient and integrated public transport network across the Greater Dublin Area to better support the city's businesses and growing workforce

To advocate for progress on transport infrastructure projects underway in the Cork region and critical to the region's economic development, including the R624 and N25.

To underline the importance of enhanced Garda resources for Cork to keep pace with population growth and ensure safety in the city and county.

To advance progress on the development of Cork as a national hub for renewable energy, particularly offshore wind, with a view to contributing to the achievement of Ireland's overall climate targets.