Patrick O'Donovan

To have the priorities, concerns and proposals of our organisation's Members considered in hearings, deliberations and report of the Joint Committee and for changes where necessary to be considered.::To urgently progress the access of our sector to funding approved in the last…

To communicate concerns of unregulated Gen AI in Creative Sector and requirement for appropriate action.

Pre budget submission outlining SCGI recommendations for funding policy and supports for the arts in 2026

To update Government officials on plans for the Abbey Theatre including the Business Case for the redevelopment project. To promote awareness of the need for continued support of the redevelopment.

To introduce Bookselling Ireland to newly appointed ministers, to highlight the importance of independent bookshops to the Irish cultural landscape and to emphasise our support for the introduction of Culture Cards as outlined in the Programme for Government.

To arrange a meeting with ministers to discuss the Culture Voucher proposed in the latest Programme for Goverment, and the effect of newly launched Amazon.ie on Irish bookshops

Awareness of the quality of exhibition and budget required for major exhibitions of Irish/International art. Awareness of the capital investment required in the Gallery's Master Development Plan. Develop advocates for this investment and secure future funding.

Implementation of support scheme for independent broadcasting re news and current affairs; Necessary changes to other schemes to ensure they are accessible to radio stations in independent sector and that proportionate funding is available independent radio sector.::More…

Support the development of a Group Insurance Scheme to leverage accessible, appropriate, and sustainable insurance product for the wider arts and entertainment sector to avail of::Create affordable infrastructure for the arts and for artists to live and work in::Continue to…

The support of Minister O'Donovan for an amended Code of Practise

Representaion of composers concerns and opportunity to engage with policy formation.

Support from the Minister in changes to legislation to support artists in Five Key Advocacy areas

Feedback from the creative music industry to the AI Advisory's Committees report

A statement from the minister in support of the scheme and a continuation of the programme.

Introduction of funding schemes and policies that are fair, proportionate and accessible for the independent radio stations, as well as recognition of the critical transmission infrastructure IBI members provide.::Communication and gaining understanding among policymakers of…