Joe Cooney

To ensure an understanding of IPOA's perspectives on the proposed legislation and seek amendments

To promote discussion, active consultation, on future of Offshore Wind Energy off County Clare coast - to highlight urgency re: completion of DMAP consultation process.

To seek Government action on declining sheep prices, despite reduced supply and rising production costs, and to ensure fair and transparent returns for Irish sheep farmers to support the sustainability of the sector.

To seek Government and Bord Bia action to address perceived conflicts of interest in the governance of Bord Bia and to ensure leadership fully supports and promotes the interests of Irish farmers and Irish food production.

To seek greater accountability and transparency in the governance of Bord Bia, including engagement with the Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture regarding concerns about conflicts of interest, public confidence in Bord Bia, and the protection of Irish farmers’ interests.

To engage on the benefits of virtual fencing technology for Irish farmers, including improved animal welfare, reduced labour burden, and support for generational renewal. To advance the case for virtual fencing to be recognised on an equal footing with conventional fencing…

To seek support for the pub sector in Budget 2027

The passing into law of the Veterinary Practice (Amendment) Bill 2021.

To ensure an understanding of IPOA's perspectives on the proposed legislation and seek amendments.

To help promote the work MABS does in Co Clare. Posters included in the email campaign.

To request a Joint Health Committee hearing on women's heart health following the Oireachtas Heart and Stroke Group meeting in November 2025::To seek information regarding the extent to which flexible, community-based cardiac rehabilitation and respite supports are available to…

The correspondence referenced European analysis suggesting a substantial proportion of vaping products circulating within the EU may be entering through irregular or illegal channels. It warned that weak enforcement, cross-border purchasing and online sales create risks for…

The correspondence warned the Bill could push adult smokers back to cigarettes and fuel an illegal market. Over 350,000 adults vape in Ireland, with more than half having quit smoking entirely, yet the Bill would effectively ban the flavours used by 97% of adult vapers.…

to inform members of current issues and policy and funding priorities for AHBs we held individual meetings with TDs who were interested in the first quarter of 2026

Inform and pursuade Oireachtas members on the relevant issues for youth services around the country