Seán Canney

To propose that the Government should lead by example, championing local, sustainable agriculture as a cornerstone of the Green Procurement Strategy.

To propose that greater powers are given to An Rialálaí Agraibhia (Agri-Food Regulator) to address price in the food supply chain, including below cost selling.::That provision should be provided through a revision in the legislation that the regulator can compel a company to…

To highlight that Irish and European farmers have continually voiced their opposition to any conclusion of the Mercosur Trade Agreement which has the potential to decimate the Irish and European beef and poultry sectors. Despite this, the European Commission continues to press…

To highlight that restoring the overall competitiveness of the agri-food sector must be a central component of the next Government's term. Ireland's dominance in external agri-food trade relative to our size is a testament to the hard work, dedication and quality of produce from…

To propose that landowners and IFA must be consulted::- In advance of route selection and the publication of a defined route corridor.::- In protecting the integrity of farm holdings and using all available public lands.::- In ensuring landowners are indemnified against any…

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Members are aware of issues prior to session to encourage more engaging conversations

to inform members of the budgetary oversight committee and various other representatives on SPI's pre-budget submission 2025.

Ireland should seek a derogation under the VAT Directive to allow for the donation of unsold goods at a zero rate of VAT to be included in the programme for government

For the next Government and the NTA to address the shortage of taxis faced in both urban and rural Ireland.

Establishment of a Regional Development Strategy for the Screen Industries including amendment of the Section 481 Tax Credit to address regional production.

To raise awareness of Oireachtas members on the urgent need for extra time for students with dyslexia and other learning difficulties when sitting State Exams (Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate) as part of the accommodations offered within the RACE (Reasonable Accommodations…

The submission set out recommendations for the new Government under five priorities: 1. Deliver quality infrastructure 2. Address housing supply 3. Cultivate people, skills and capacity for labour market growth 4. Build a sustainable low carbon economy 5. Build capacity for…

Create a national strategy to address the pervasive issue of loneliness to sit in the office of An Taoiseach. Extend the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 to include specific provisions for content moderators employed by Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs). Cross…

That Young Social Innovators be included in the Programme for Government.