Micheál Martin

The newly announced EWSS which will replace the TWSS would, in the format announced, exclude proprietary directors or newly hired connected parties from inclusion in the scheme. Many small businesses would have few other employees other than the directors working in the…

A commitment from the incoming Government to recognise the value the sector adds to society and support it through representation of sector at a ministerial level.

Ensure support for Financial Services Ireland's suggestions for Programme for Government on behalf of the financial services sector

To inform the Taoiseach of the financial supports that are needed for the trade and that if the re-opening date of 31st August is not going to happen the the supports need to be announced at the same time. The costing of the proposals put forward were outlined and discussed.

To keep attention on the need to ensure the programme for government includes policies that support a thriving community and voluntary sector as part of an inclusive recovery for Ireland on the foot of the COVID 19 crisis.

The need for clarity & certainty and the timing of same was outlined to the Taoiseach. The need for specific supports at the same time if a further deferment was highlighted. The type of pub being put through the ringer both mentally and financially was highlighted. There have…

To keep attention on the need to ensure the programme for government includes policies that support a thriving community and voluntary sector

To make DPOs aware of the launch of Drinks Ireland's 'Reopening with Respect' campaign, which was aimed to encourage consumers to act respectfully when returning to their favourite pubs, bars and restaurants. The campaign aimed to support the work being done by the Government…

Ensure awareness of industry perspectives on the reopening of the hospitality sector

Ensure awareness among government formation negotiators of the telecoms sector's priorities

Highlight Pfizer's efforts to develop a COVID-19 vaccine and understand government policy in relation to the roll-out of a COVID vaccination programme

We sought a meeting with Mr. Martin in order to discuss issues pertaining to marginalised communities and the sustainability of the community and voluntary sector in light of the Covid 19 crisis and during the Government formation talks.::We also wanted the letter itself to…

Aire Sinsearach don Ghaeilge agus don Ghaeltacht líofa sa Ghaeilge::Buiséad breise de €20m don Ghaeilge agus don Ghaeltacht::Bille na dTeangacha Oifigiúla 2019 a láidriú::Polasaí Náisiúnta Stáit don Oideachas lán-Ghaeilge, a chuimseodh na naíonraí, bunscoileanna agus…

The Government to commission immediate research on the impact of Covid-19 on the capacity of the sector; Review the decision to exclude certain charities & voluntary bodies from the €35m Stability Fund; A sustainable funding model for the sector; Ensure there will be no cuts to…

Increased party political commitment to infrastructural, legal and accommodation supports for victims of domestic abuse