Martin Heydon

1. Articulate shock and disappointment with majority of equine sector with horse welfare failures highlighted by RTE Primetime investigates documentary “Horses: Making a Killing” broadcast on Wednesday, 12th June 2024. 2. Ensure appropriate equine end of life options available…

1. Showcase the use of public funds to the Minister as part of the National Breeding Services programme::2. Impress upon the Minister & Representatives the need for additional funding for integrity measures & integrity programmes as part of the National Breeding Services to…

1. Increase awareness of high performance equestrian sports::2. Importance of equestrian sports to rural economy, and associated funding

Action to offset escalating operating costs for hospitality businesses ::Reinstatement of the 9% VAT rate for hospitality food services ::A reduction in delays for issuing VISAs to job applicants with work permits::Additional supports for employees on off-the-job training…

Secure further consultation with DAFM regarding the proposed legislation

Re-instate the pre-2019 VAT equalisation measure in order to facilitate the short-term purchase/lease of cars to service the summer tourist market in Ireland.

to ensure that there are sufficient grid capacity and fast charging points in place nationally to facilitate the sustainable electrification of the car rental fleet.

The introduction of a battery EV subsidy for car rental fleet operators to facilitate a move towards electrification.

That Government would use the leverage it has with incumbent insurers to deliver Reductions in liability premiums and Increased risk appetite and accelerate efforts to attract more liability underwriters into the Irish market.

representing business community & priorities

Outlining Kildare business priorities for Budget 2025

To advance the sustainable economic development of Kildare in line with our member's priorities including housing, renewable energy, talent and infrastructure.

Ensure a better understanding of challenges facing industry in relation to sustainability agenda

To highlight how the sector, particularly the mushroom sector, is under enormous pressure due to staffing shortages.::To highlight how the proposed new roadmap for the General Employment Permit Scheme is causing huge issues for the sector and to seek a resolution to this.::To…

To highlight sustainable farming and production.::To strengthen the connection between farmers and the public.::To ensure that a vibrant family farm model continues in Ireland.