Niall Collins

To propose that, similar to recipients of the Jobseekers Benefit and Jobseekers Allowance, recipients of Farm Assist should receive credited social insurance contributions for pension purposes.::To propose that Social Insurance credits should be provided to farmers on Farm…

To propose that the 5-year land/business transfer clause is reduced to a maximum of three years to allow more farmers to benefit from the Fair Deal Scheme.::To propose that a new, statutory Home Support scheme needs to be introduced urgently and adequately funded to support…

To propose that with regards to General Employment Permits – there should be no increase in the current €30k annual salary requirement until a full review of salary targets is complete.::To highlight the need for a Seasonal work permit Scheme for all non-EU workers, similar to…

To propose that, similar to recipients of the Jobseekers Benefit and Jobseekers Allowance, recipients of Farm Assist should receive credited social insurance contributions for pension purposes.::To propose that the Total Contribution Approach (TCA) for calculating Contributory…

Ukraine Civil Society Forum sought to inform TDs of concerns related to the consequence of the legislation particularly for older people, those with a disability or other vulnerability.

Raise awareness and generate support for an increase in the State Pension.

Gain approval of DMA funding with increased funding through grants for the organisation and/or a decision on same by end of Q2 ::DMA funding on a permanent basis with an update on funding beyond December 2023.

Gain approval of DMA funding with increased funding through grants for the organisation and/or a decision on same by end of Q2 ::DMA funding on a permanent basis with an update on funding beyond December 2023.

Lobby to reverse the cut to the pandemic unemployment payment

To secure more inclusive, constructive and well resourced social protection, education and training and employment policies and outcomes.

To have the section of legislation commenced that will change the presumption of paternity timelines.

Ensure understanding of employers concerns regarding the proposed legislation

To secure more inclusive, constructive and well resourced social protection, education and training and employment policies and outcomes.

To secure more inclusive, constructive and well resourced social protection, education and training and employment policies and outcomes.

Provide an update on development of Personal Microcredit scheme, promote development of the scheme and seek political support