Kieran O'Donnell

To raise awareness of report findings and garner support for the recommendations.

To seek the following amendments to articles 13, 14, 16 and 2::To propose that providing exemptions from GAECs should be established not only for organic farmers but also for those farmers involved in other sustainable production methods (e.g. integrated farming) and where…

To advocate for measures to ensure the achievement of housing targets in the Cork region, including innovative housing solutions such as above the shop living and targeted financial supports for measures to stimulate the housing market.

To outline and garner support for changes to taxation policy to encourage economic competitiveness, including simplification of current policies, supports for R&D and innovation, as well as entrepreneurship.

To advocate for business priorities in the area of education and training, including supports for apprenticeships and upskilling opportunities, as well as funding for third level institutions.

To call for progress on key transport projects in the Cork region and further afield in the context of Budget 2026, including regional connectivity via Cork Airport and the Port of Cork, strategic rail links and the Cork Area Commuter Rail Programme, as well as progress on…

To advance progress on offshore renewable energy in the Cork region in Budget 2026, including port infrastructure investment and support for industry to ensure Ireland meets its ambitious climate targets.

To highlight the importance of support for regional tourism and tourism bodies in Budget 2026, including the enhancement of public realm spaces and connectivity to support regional economies in attracting tourists.

The IASW call on Government to urgently introduce adult safeguarding legislation as recommended by the Law Reform Commission. - The IASW call on Government to establish an evidenced informed review of the association between living in private, profit -making sector and poorer…

Consideration of/ action around policy recommendations raised to better support older people in Ireland.

The Government expressly committed to the following under “Strengthen our nursing home sector” (p.97 of the Programme for Government): • Publish the NTPF review of pricing systems in early 2025 and work towards an equitable funding model for the nursing home sector. That…

To keep the Minister informed of all developments in the sector.

To request a meeting regarding the trade union Respect at Work Campaign to put forward the trade union perspective and promote the campaign.

Consideration of / action around policy recommendations raised to better support older people in Ireland.

To seek the Minister’s support to engage with the Irish Hotels Federation and Fáilte Ireland on accessibility standards and fairer single room supplement policies.