Neale Richmond

Raising the importance of Ireland supporting the competitiveness of the digital sector in the EU through strengthening the EU single market

For Government/National Transport Authority action to address the taxi supply shortage which is having an adverse impact on local restaurants and cafés across the country.

To represent Dublin-based restaurant, café and gastropub owners and advocate on their behalf relating to the Government's response to the Dublin riots.

Met in Leinster House and discussed the increasing role remote plays in businesses and the need for a Code of Practice.

Discussed the Dublin Chamber's Q3 survey and the implications of remote working on enterprise, and how it will be impacted by the Code of Practice.

To discuss the establishment of trade bridge between Kildare with Boston & Washington DC in the US

Continued investment and support for tourism development and for marketing both domestically and overseas.::Additional funding for hospitality recruitment and career awareness, and targeted resources for training and skills development.::Restoration of the 9% VAT rate for…

Discussed the increased need for policing in Dublin directly after the Dublin riots and outlined the need for safety in the city over Christmas for Dublin businesses.

To highlight the work of the association, and brief the Ministers, MEP and advisor on the strong role and potential of solid biomass and biogas/biomethane in the decarbonisation of Industrial heat which fall within the remit of the Department

Secure ACA for members and allow a more efficient tax benefit, immediate in year of purchase rather than over an 8 year period.

A realisation by public officials that our sector cannot sustain the increases in labour costs without directed assistance.

Inform key stakeholders of the national economic and development impact of the de facto moratorium on data centre construction

To discuss the possible impact of the proposed Gambling Legislation on the future of Bingo in Ireland.

To outline the pressures currently facing the independent radio sector, especially the increased costs and external issues relating to local journalism and current affairs coverage.

Application of the natural capital approach in fiscal policy in future budgets across departments to ensure the development of natural capital expertise and research in Ireland to support policy that protects and restores Ireland's natural resources