Séamus McGrath

To brief Cork Representatives on the work of National Learning Network and to seek their support for a review of the current funding utilisation based funding model. ::To highlight local transport issues for students attending NLN, Hollyhill and seek improved transport options…

Support for Cork Development Forum's priorities in education, including support for apprenticeships and skills development in key areas::Support for the further and higher education institutions in Cork to continue to develop, including in areas such as research

To brief Cork Representatives on the work of National Learning Network and to seek their support for a review of the current funding utilisation based funding model. ::To highlight local transport issues for students attending NLN, Hollyhilll

To raise awareness about Explorium and to seek its consideration as part of future decision-making on the delivery of a national science centre.

Engagement following the publication of the C&AG Report on the development of a proposed national science centre and to request that the OPW engage with Explorium.

Funding for professorships and enhanced research supports and opportunities at technological universities to ensure they can continue to develop::Continued support for apprenticeship programmes, including in new and emerging industries::Work to improve staff: student ratios

Raise awareness about Explorium's successful visitor numbers in one year since reopening, new programmes and initiatives planned in the coming months, and to highlight Explorium's potential as a national resource.

Seeking support for Fórsa's campaign seeking public sector pension status for school secretaries and caretakers.

Get TDs to attend our lobby day