Michael Fitzmaurice

Communicate and ensure understanding of the need for policy supports to revitalise our cities, towns, and villages and to ensure balanced regional development for Ireland’s largest indigenous economy, our Experience Economy, to ensure the sustainable and economic development of…

Raise awareness of the economic impact of the Prepared Consumer Foods sector::Ensure understanding of the sector's needs across the strategic pillars of Competitiveness, People, Innovation, Sustainability and Health

Inform and shape economic development of the West region

To propose targeted sectoral support sucklers (€300/cow), sheep (€30/ewe), tillage (€250/ha for Tillage Survival Scheme in 2024; €400/ha in 2025 [€250/ha in 2026-2028] for additional [and retained] cereal crops grown), calf rearing (€100/dairy beef calf); beef sustainability…

To propose that the Minster for Agriculture, Food and the Marine establishes a support mechanism for the Irish Aquaculture sector to address current biological, economic and market challenges.::To propose that adequate funding and resources be made available to ensure tertiary…

To propose an increase of €1m additional funds for the Bord Bia's Marketing Assistance Programme (MAP) Grant Scheme to continue providing financial support for a range of marketing activities for Irish food and drink producers.

To propose that full consideration is given to the IFA submission proposing that 15% of all prize money in horse competitions and racing go directly to horse breeders.::To propose that DAFM takes control of administering a complete Horse Identification & Movement system (HIMs)…

To provide an opportunity for the farmers and the sector to raise the profile of the importance of the derogation in advance of the planned visit of EU Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall to Ireland later in the week.::To highlight that the loss of the nitrates derogation…

Policy changes in Budget 2026 which will result in increased investment in the region and support business competitiveness and job creation, with a particular focus on infrastructure projects, business supports and skills development

To share information with public representatives on nicotine pouches and responsible marketing and sales practices.

Inform members of the Oireachtas committee on Agriculture and Food and seek their input on the development of HSI's new strategic plan.

Increased core funding for LauraLynn in Budget 2026 to deliver services nationwide::Development of a new policy on children's palliative care

Awareness of the success of the industry worldwide

To inform policymakers of the challenges and opportunities within the taxi sector, encourage attendance at the briefing, and engage with Oireachtas members regarding the report’s findings.

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