Sean Fleming

Attendance/representation at planned meetings and support for recommended funding in 2027 budget

Incorporate FCI proposals into policy/ actions in 2026 budget

To inform TDs and Senators about The Wheel's priorities for Budget 2026, which includes issues such as sustainable funding for the sector, equality of pay, increased compliance requirements, and the hidden infrastructure provided by the sector in areas such as health, social…

Those who intended would consider our proposal and recommendations on how can be more prepared for changing weather events. ::Oireachtas members would consider the work of Irish Rural Link and other Community organisations who attended and how this work can form part of the…

That the Mountain Access Project is extended and piloted in new areas.::That robust communication platforms are developed, such as regular meetings and a dedicated farmer point of contact, to facilitate continuous dialogue between farmers and the administrative team. This will…

To propose amending litter legislation, which currently places the illegal responsibility on farmers and homeowners to clean up reckless dumping of others.::That An Garda Siochána and the Data Protection Commissioner resolve existing issues, which prevent data-sharing, where…

To recommend how the Budget can best empower charities, community organisations, and social enterprises. To inform ministers, government departments and TDs about urgent issues facing the sector, and to create the conditions for a just and fair society to flourish.

Continuation/expansion of services for those experiencing homelessness, addiction and mental ill health put in place during the pandemic, as well as an extension of genderbased services and increases in budget funding

To progress a range of actions intended to bring down the cost of insurance in Ireland.

To inform members of the steps being taken through the Show Me ID - Be Age OK responsible retailing programme to ensure that retail staff are trained and equipped to prevent the sale of age restricted products to under 18s.

Funding increased to match 2009 - 2013 levels as it has dropped by 60% since then.

Interim LEADER programme confirmed.

To ensure that those involved in forming public policy in the area of community endeavour are aware of what stakeholders in the sector believe are the most imortant areas that require attention.

Participation in Show Me ID campaign photo

Ending a 2 year delay in acquiring agreement to assign a town planner for Mountrath and district