Peter Burke

To propose that financial support is required for the implementation of a parasite control programme on farms.

To propose that the commitment given to farmers by the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine (DAFM) to reduce the VAT rate on veterinary vaccines to 0% must be honoured.

To propose that Government must commit to utilising the €33.5m allocation for the upgrading of the Regional Veterinary Laboratory network and the enhancements to the services to farmers from the RVL network and provide a realistic time frame to deliver these enhancements.

To outline Chamber members' priorities in the area of trade and enterprise in discussion with Minister Peter Burke.

To advance economic development in Cork, including FDI and job creation, in discussion with Minister Peter Burke.

Transposition of the AMWD by way of legislation relating to collective bargaining

To achieve clarity and guidance on areas of particular concern and targeted amendments to better align the Regulations 2024 with the relevant EU Directive

Ensure an increased understanding of Apple's priorities and update on operational challenges and opportunities

Signing the pledge

Safeguarded investment for Traveller programmes and supports. Commitments to Traveller equality and programme provisions in PFG. Investment in school diversity and anti racism programme. Support for adequate protection in Hate Crime legislation in development

The integration of key recommendations into the programme for government including increased support for the community education sector, and enhanced financial and wrap around support for adult learners

Ireland to support a robust gender responsive EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive and to introduce mandatory Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence legislation::Ireland to support a UN Treaty on Business and Human Rights

Request for legislative amendments to formalise non-binding guidance on CSRD compliance under the Companies Act 2014, reducing legal and compliance risks for companies like Allianz plc

To engage in constructive dialogue with the Minister and his advisors that will allow us to address the immediate crisis in our sector and secure the long-term future of the Irish pub.

The VFI calls on the Minister to consider our request for a swift resolution to the anomaly faced by our members and allow them to reclassify their business under ICOB 2 to allow them apply for the much needed Power Up Grant.