Seán Kyne

AI support for SME sector who are struggling and more regulation in the whole area of AI

AI support for SME sector who are struggling and more regulation in the whole area of AI

To seek to have the increase in the regulatory levy halted or reduced, and for political or regulatory intervention to take place to address the concerns of Members; to communicate the pressure caused to radio stations by such a large-scale increase in a state mandated charge.

To expand understanding of the music industry in Ireland and internationally and to highlight the key policy and legislative concerns of the creative sectors to place human creativity at the forefront of political discussions on AI regulation and policy to brief Oireachtas…

Policy changes in Budget 2026 which will result in increased investment in the region and support business competitiveness and job creation, with a particular focus on infrastructure projects, business supports and skills development

Highlighted impact of housing constraints and delays or uncertainty around key infrastructural projects such as the N6 Galway Ring Road, the N5 upgrade, and Atlantic Corridor projects, and need for improved rail and bus connectivity.

To provide overview of Ibec's current active campaigns in 2025 leading into 2026 (AI, EU Presidency, Investing in Ireland)

To share that Aldi is reopening a store in the DPO's area that has reopened and to share information about the new features of the store.

Highlight barriers to delivering new homes and critical infrastructure, as well as issues around public procurement.

To ensure the support of Oireachtas members for Technology Ireland's policy priorities in relation to such matters as regulatory stability and coherence, digital entrepreneurship, talent & skills for the tech sector's future employment pipeline and the appointment of a Minister…

To highlight DBI's campaign on the European Accessibility Act, to circulate DBI's Accessibility Guide for SMEs ahead of the European Accessibility Act, and encourage discussion in the Seanad of the issue of online accessibility

Awareness of proposals contained in its Pride of Place document

Gain agreement on the priorities for economic development of Galway and ways in which we can progress projects. Also to layer in the critical importance of transport & infrastructure delivery for Galway, as the economic, social, cultural & health engine for the West!

To update on the issues affecting businesses in Galway

To highlight the importance of Chambers in the development of business across the island and profile our Pre Budget Submission priorities in Housing, Energy and Talent