Micheál Martin

Various matters relating to the Waterford economy (University, investment etc) to be considered by Government when drafting the 2021 Budget

Congress requesting an urgent review of the adequacy of the suite of supports for business closing their doors for a second time is needed to secure jobs for workers to return to when restrictions are lifted

That national climate action and public health interests prevail and the most progressive taxation recommendation of the TSG should be adopted in the forthcoming budget, as well as an equalisation of petrol and diesel taxation and the removal of the farm diesel subsidy.::That…

That national climate action and public health interests prevail and the most progressive taxation recommendation of the TSG should be adopted in the forthcoming budget, as well as an equalisation of petrol and diesel taxation and the removal of the farm diesel subsidy.::That…

again declare a climate emergency and to prioritise working with unions to develop plans to swiftly address the largest areas in which Ireland negatively impacts climate. Such issues would necessarily include decarbonising Ireland’s energy, incentivising the use of public…

To discuss Budget 2021 in the context of measures required to support the SME sector

Establishment of a Joint Sub-Committee of Business & Agriculture to oversee the industry, overhauling the work permit system so that workers can change jobs & stand up to exploitation. Ensuring the Health and Safety Authority develops sector-specific guidelines for workers in…

That Government provide clarity and accurate information about the possible introduction of Covid-19 restrictions to ensure that the public, and especially the business community, is receiving clear information and guidance. Any reimposition of restrictions also needs to be…

Sustained and increased commitment in the budget to ODA and centring the most vulnerable in Ireland's overseas development work

UNGA leaders centre children in global coronavirus response

Expansion of resources for public health to allow for better track and tracing locally during outbreaks

Graduating the shift between TWSS to the EWSS for firms affected by regional lockdowns

An ambitious programme for offshore wind to 2030

To secure approval that casinos could re-open alongside wet pubs and bookmakers shops at level ll of the Government Guidelines.

Increased awareness of the need to deploy solutions to the crisis that is enveloping the forestry sector.