John Brady

Seeking support for core and capital funding for the National Learning Network (NLN) at rates appropriate to 2023 costs

To highlight the following priorities for Budget 2024::Brexit Adjustment Reserve (BAR).::- A fair share of the €1bn Brexit Adjustment Reserve (BAR) must be ringfenced for farmers.::- Potential displacement in the UK market in 2024 of €300m of beef and €75m of sheep meat due to…

To highlight that the budget of the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine is reduced from €2.14bn to €1.94bn, a 10% reduction. This is a long way short of what is required to bolster a sector which is struggling with high input costs, lower commodity prices and…

An Autism Bill that allows for comprehensive legislation to enshrine the rights of Autistic People in law as recommended by the European Union and the Joint Committee on Autism.

To update elected representatives on the potential for Foreign Direct Investment in unscripted production in Ireland and its potential for job creation and investment in infrastructure

To ensure adequate funds were set aside in Budget 24 to meet the needs of people with a disability::To ensure that organisations providing services to people with a disability are funded to meet meet the needs of its service users::Pay parity and equality for staff in S39…

Successful outcome for carer re housing::Young carer and mother becoming homeless- Assistance around agreement with Wicklow County Council/Landlord and suitable accommodation so young carer could remain living with his mother who he cares for.::successful outcome for carers re…

To get support from councillors and public representatives in relation to the issue underlying the threatened strike.

To equalise rates of job seekers allowance for all young people aged under 25 years::The equalisation of rates of job seekers allowance for under and over 25s

To abolish sub-minimum rates of pay based on age ::To secure a commitment of abolishment of sub-minimum rates of pay, as per NYCI's pre-budget submission 2024::To secure a commitment to equality for young workers by abolishing sub-minimum rates of pay, and delivering a living…

To secure a commitment to the introduction of a culture and media card as per NYCI's pre-budget submission 2024::To secure a commitment to introducing a pilot Culture and Media Card scheme which provides €200 to 18-24-year-olds to engage with cultural activities

To secure a commitment to reduction of student contribution charges, as per NYCI's pre-budget submission 2024::To secure a commitment to phasing out the student contribution charge over three years::To secure a commitment to a reduction in the student contribution charge in…

Event to reflect and celebrate 50 years of work within the Asthma Society of Ireland. Opportunity to raise awareness of policy and health issues.

To extend the young adult leap card to a wider cohort of young people::To secure a commitment to introducing a cap on the cost of public transport for all young people under 25, and increasing investment in rural public transport networks

To secure a commitment to include: • Improve affordability for young renters. • A review of social and affordable housing from a youth lens, including supports needed to assist young people reliant on HAP, and roll-out of cost rental options.