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Politician · TD · 34th Dáil

Shay Brennan

Fianna Fáil

Constituency / panel
Dublin Rathdown
Membership
2024-11-29 → current
Committees
7 current — Joint Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation, and Taoiseach; Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade; …
1
Declared items
0
CRO-matched interests
0
Awards to declared companies
300
Lobbying returns
Reports for 2017–2025 (party) and 2020–2022 (members)
0
SIPO donation records
408 of 422 divisions
97%
Vote participation

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Lobbying returns

Returns filed on the Register of Lobbying, newest first, with the policy area and intended results as the lobbyist published them.

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AreaAll 300Economic Development and Industry 37Finance 32Foreign Affairs 32Health 32Housing 18Justice and Equality 16Taxation 14Education and Training 11Children and Youth Affairs 10EU Affairs 10Public Expenditure and Reform 10Transport 10Budgetary matters 9Community 9Environment 9Energy and Natural Resources 7Banking and Financial Institutions 6Trade 6Agriculture 4Sports and Recreation 4Tourism 4Communications 3Development and Zoning 3Arts 2Employment 1Local Government 1
YearAll 3002026 1912025 109
Register of Lobbying2025-09-29

Lobbying return by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce

Economic Development and Industry
Intended results

Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown is uniquely positioned to host Ireland’s first Coastal Innovation District, building on its access to the sea, harbour infrastructure, and nearby research institutions. With strong links to UCD, IADT, and Trinity, the area can drive innovation in blue…

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce" equals CRO name "DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" (CRO 12764) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-29

Lobbying return by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce

Economic Development and Industry
Intended results

Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown is uniquely positioned to host Ireland’s first Coastal Innovation District, building on its access to the sea, harbour infrastructure, and nearby research institutions. With strong links to UCD, IADT, and Trinity, the area can drive innovation in blue…

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce" equals CRO name "DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" (CRO 12764) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-29

Lobbying return by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce

Taxation
Intended results

Many DLR-based SMEs are active in clean tech, biotech, and digital innovation but face barriers accessing R&D tax supports. Budget 2026 should simplify credit access for smaller firms, particularly in areas like Sandyford and Cherrywood, where innovation clusters are growing.…

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce" equals CRO name "DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" (CRO 12764) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-29

Lobbying return by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce

Taxation
Intended results

Many DLR-based SMEs are active in clean tech, biotech, and digital innovation but face barriers accessing R&D tax supports. Budget 2026 should simplify credit access for smaller firms, particularly in areas like Sandyford and Cherrywood, where innovation clusters are growing.…

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce" equals CRO name "DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" (CRO 12764) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-29

Lobbying return by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce

Housing
Intended results

The Shanganagh Castle development in Shankill - 597 new homes delivered in partnership with the LDA and DLR County Council - sets a strong precedent for affordable, cost-rental, and social housing. Budget 2026 should build on this momentum by accelerating planning and funding…

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce" equals CRO name "DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" (CRO 12764) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-29

Lobbying return by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce

Housing
Intended results

The Shanganagh Castle development in Shankill - 597 new homes delivered in partnership with the LDA and DLR County Council - sets a strong precedent for affordable, cost-rental, and social housing. Budget 2026 should build on this momentum by accelerating planning and funding…

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce" equals CRO name "DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" (CRO 12764) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-29

Lobbying return by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce

Finance
Intended results

Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown’s Climate Action Plan sets ambitious targets across energy efficiency, transport electrification, biodiversity, flood resilience, and public engagement. Budget 2026 should back its implementation through dedicated funding streams that enable local…

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce" equals CRO name "DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" (CRO 12764) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-29

Lobbying return by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce

Finance
Intended results

Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown’s Climate Action Plan sets ambitious targets across energy efficiency, transport electrification, biodiversity, flood resilience, and public engagement. Budget 2026 should back its implementation through dedicated funding streams that enable local…

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce" equals CRO name "DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" (CRO 12764) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-29

Lobbying return by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce

Finance
Intended results

Future DLR and Smart Dún Laoghaire are transforming how the county approaches urban development, using data driven insights to improve sustainability, accessibility, and community life. Budget 2026 should align with these initiatives by funding digital nfrastructure, smart…

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce" equals CRO name "DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" (CRO 12764) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-29

Lobbying return by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce

Finance
Intended results

Future DLR and Smart Dún Laoghaire are transforming how the county approaches urban development, using data driven insights to improve sustainability, accessibility, and community life. Budget 2026 should align with these initiatives by funding digital nfrastructure, smart…

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce" equals CRO name "DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" (CRO 12764) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-22

Lobbying return by Christian Aid Ireland

EU Affairs
Intended results

To advocate for the Irish Government to develop a strong public position against the EU's Omnibus Simplification Package, ensuring that key corporate sustainability laws, including the CSDDD, are protected.

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "Christian Aid Ireland" equals CRO name "CHRISTIAN AID IRELAND" (CRO 426928) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-21

Lobbying return by Cormac McKay

Transport
Intended results

To reconsider proceeding with this outdated method, https://www.etenders.gov.ie/epps/cft/prepareViewCfTWS.do?resourceId=5530425 I propose leveraging anonymized mobile phone GPS tracking data combined with AI-driven analysis to create a more robust, scalable, and real-time…

Register of Lobbying2025-09-21

Lobbying return by Alcohol Forum Ireland

Health
Intended results

Alcohol included as a clear and named priority in the new National Drugs Strategy including clear actions and a commitment by Government to ensure that resources are ringfenced to allow for delivery of the named actions.

Derived link · Matched by name with added legal form

Published name "Alcohol Forum Ireland" has no legal form. "ALCOHOL FORUM IRELAND COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE" (CRO 435920) is the only CRO company with that name plus any legal form (Limited, DAC, UC, CLG, PLC or Teoranta). Confirm against the CRO record before relying on it.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-21

Lobbying return by An Taisce The National Trust for Ireland

Trade
Intended results

To seek clarification on the Tánaiste's request to waive Pre-legislative Scrutiny (PLS) of the General Scheme of the Arbitration (Ammendment) Bill 2025, and on the potential arrangements for PLS and see rejection of this waive. ::To highlight communications from Gov and other…

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "An Taisce The National Trust for Ireland" equals CRO name "AN TAISCE - THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR IRELAND" (CRO 12469) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.

Register of Lobbying2025-09-21

Lobbying return by An Taisce The National Trust for Ireland

Foreign Affairs
Intended results

That the JOCFAT would not waive pre-legislative scrutiny of the General Scheme of the Arbitration (Amendment) Bill 2025, despite the request of the Taniste

Derived link · Matched by exact company name

Published name "An Taisce The National Trust for Ireland" equals CRO name "AN TAISCE - THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR IRELAND" (CRO 12469) after normalising legal forms such as Ltd = Limited. No other CRO company has this name. Names can be shared, so compare the address and dates on the CRO record.