Michael Lowry

The Jack & Jill specialist liaison nurses believe the in loco parentis rule questions the professionalism of nurses who have trained to the highest level to care for sick children in their own homes. The nurses see first-hand the negative impact this rule is having on families…

Increased ambition in delivering action on climate change in Ireland through strengthening the NMP::Enactment of the Fossil Fuel Divestment Bill::Enactment of the Climate Emergencies Bill::Climate action within the EU MFF

the promotion of solar energy in Ireland

To ensure the bill is passed in a timely fashion without losing the strong measures needed to tackle the plastic waste crisis

To inform member of the Oireachtas on the case for protecting all human life with emphasis on protecting the 8th Amendment

We wanted TDs to champion strengthen the ratification of the UN Convention on the Rights of People With Disabilities

In the context of the Oireachtas debate on the Bill, ensure that DPOs fully understood the role, function, governance and outlook of Drinkaware as an organisation involved in the provision on public health information on alcohol.

Seeking an increase in the EU Budget from 1% to 1.2% of GNI (Gross National Income) to provide for an increase in the CAP Budget::CAP 2020 must increase farm incomes and close the gap with other sectors in society::This is to reflect the recovery and growth in the European…

That farmers can help to deliver on Ireland’s renewable and climate targets with policy clarity and support.::Ireland has a responsibility to act to address climate change, and within this context, agriculture has an important role to play – while respecting the need to…

To ensure compliance with welfare legislation and phasing out routine tail-docking.::Tail docking of pigs - To assist in Ireland becoming compliant with Animal welfare legislation::EU Banning of Zinc as a feed supplement for pigs - to maintain the use of zinc as a feed…

Seeking an increase in the EU Budget from 1% to 1.2% of GNI (Gross National Income) to provide for an increase in the CAP Budget::CAP 2020 must increase farm incomes and close the gap with other sectors in society::This is to reflect the recovery and growth in the European…

To exclude references to pregnancy counsellors from the scope of the legislation.

Ensure commitment to key priorities for the South East region in the National Planning Framework

Ensure understanding of employers concerns regarding the proposed legislation

Meeting to discuss::To express our concern regarding the Proposed ban on single-use non-compostable cups and other tableware.::To explore constructive alternative paths to integrate disposable beverage cups and other food & beverage service packaging into a circular economy…