Micheál Martin

To implement supports for companies in the face of increase tariffs on global trade, and to provide economic supports to protect jobs and industries

To prioritise the allocation of major government funding to progress projects such as Cork light rail, the Cork-Limerick motorway, the Ringaskiddy motorway, and regional housing development.

For Government and the NTA to address the shortage of taxis faced in both urban and rural Ireland.

Opportunity to speak to the Taoiseach re greater priority on measures to end long term homelessness

Inform as to the challenges that occur in delivery of housing and the processing of applications, funding and delivery.

To advocate for progress in supporting policies to enable Cork's urban evolution, from supports for public realm developments and urban regeneration, to enhanced Garda resourcing and community initiatives.

To advocate for key economic development priorities for Cork and enabling policies and infrastructure in the context of the Dublin Chamber AGM Dinner.

To advocate for Cork as a location for choice for FDI in particular, and enhancements to Ireland's economic competitiveness, in the context of meetings held in Washington DC on the occasion of St Patrick's Day.

To progress tourism in Cork City and County and the surrounding region, particularly for US visitors, in discussions on the occasion of St Patrick's Day events in Washington DC.

To accelerate the development of Luas Cork to bring about economic growth and development in the Cork region on the occasion of the launch of the public consultation on the Emerging Preferred Route.

To advocate for the timely and efficient delivery of Luas Cork as a key piece of transport infrastructure for Cork as a rapidly-growing city region.

To express support for ongoing developments in the Cork Area Commuter Rail programme and advocate for the rapid delivery of further developments, including additional capacity and improved frequencies, to support growing populations in the Cork region.

To express support for ongoing developments in the Cork Area Commuter Rail programme and advocate for development to continue apace in order to support industrial and commercial growth in the Cork region.

See a change in the Legislation for Short Term rental providers in Ireland. Ref. STR legislation Bill for STR.

Sharing insights and maintaining the courage of Irish and European convictions that business can be a force for positive change.