Shay Brennan

To advocate for the prioritisation and timely delivery of critical transport, water and energy infrastructure, with appropriate funding and resourcing for key projects and delivery bodies.

To advocate for greater use of the National Training Fund surplus, including through the introduction of a National Training Voucher Scheme to support employer-led, in-company upskilling and reskilling.

Position social enterprises as strategic partners in delivering stronger societal outcomes. Raise awareness of reserved contracts under Article 20 of the EU Procurement Directive 2014/24/EU, from both the buyer and supplier perspectives

Communicate progress on implementation of the accelerating infrastructure report and action plan.

The proposals presented in FCIs Pre-Budget Submission adopted in Budget 2027

To seek amendment to the Regulation of AI Bill

Secure Government support, tax measures and policy/regulatory changes in support of the measures outlined in the Pre-Budget 2027 submission by Guaranteed Irish.

Improvements to the coordination, prioritisation and oversight of infrastructure delivery based on international experiences

Support for Rehab's priorities in our Pre-Budget Submission to address: Cost of Disability Housing and Independent Living Health and Mental Health Transport Employment activation Training and Education Assistive Technology Social care Funding and Reform of Disability…

Infrastructure investment must be prioritised above all other fiscal priorities::Multiannual funding certainty must be established::There must be a radical improvement in the delivery of nationally important projects::Efficient planning timelines are critical to delivering…