Willie O'Dea

Lobbying aimed to encourage the Government to exempt charities from advertising provisions that were set out in the new proposed legislation.

an understanding from public representatives of the real cumulative effects of these changes to our members viability.

Increased knowledge and understanding of unmet needs of people living with rare diseases.::PQs to Minister to seek commitment to deliver expanded newborn bloodspot screening program.::Expansion of newborn bloodspot screening panel to bring us inline (at minimum) with average…

Ukraine Civil Society Forum sought to inform TDs of concerns related to the consequence of the legislation particularly for older people, those with a disability or other vulnerability.

The aim of the correspondence was to encourage members of the Oireachtas to attend the event which would be an opportunity to have informal discussions with ASI staff, raise awareness of dementia in general, and meet people with the lived experience of dementia and family carers.

To demonstrate a majority in both Houses of the Oireachtas support the reports full implementation

Promoting equality and accessibility for Autistic people Improving accessibility to the political process for Autistic people

Support to avert closure and secure alternative premises

To raise awareness amongst local elected representative stakeholders about progress, and local community and economic impact to date of Lilly's new manufacturing facility under construction at Raheen, Co. Limerick.

To request a change to the present VAT 71 policy and allow for an extension of the policy to apply to private operators for EV uptake

To raise awareness of the association's new report on vaping, outlining its stance on vaping regulation

For the MPA Bill to be published as soon as possible.::For the incoming MPA legislation to be effective and fit for purpose.

Support for young people in rural and isolated areas: Youth Club Development Staff should be funded in all areas. Local link transport services should ensure good linkage with youth facilities at appropriate times. ::Equality for Youth Workers - Funding needs to be provided to…

Increased awareness, action on implementing current policy, future commitment to neurological care

Support for Equality for Youth Workers pay similar to Section 39 funded staff as a two-tier system will make youth work a less attractive career and erode the quality of the services we offer to youth. Support for Young People in Rural and Remote Areas - we need funding for…