Simon Harris

Awareness of the importance of the social and economic benefits of the horse racing & breeding industries to the applicable local areas

Recommending tax-related proposals to promote employee ownership trusts (EOTs) and the introduction of legislative changes and Revenue guidance for EOTs following an online meeting with IPSA, Graeme Nuttall OBE, Alan Coleman of Wolfgang Digital and Sorsha Foran, Alan Hall and…

Key Employee Engagement Programme (KEEP) - enhancements needed to make the scheme viable for SMEs. Changes to the APSS and SAYE schemes ought to be introduced. A framework within the tax legislation for EOTs is recommended. Changes to share buy back regimes for private companies…

NOffLA asked the government to introduce a 10% reduction on excise on alcohol in Budget 2027.

To secure the capital funding required to progress and deliver OneShannonHub as a civic, cultural and community focal point for Shannon and to support the wider regeneration and economic development of the town.

To update the DPO on the significant opportunity for the creation of a Global Production Hub at Troy Studios and to discuss the implementation and evolution of Section 487A.

To update the DPO on creation of a Global Production Hub at Troy Studios and to discuss the implementation and evolution of Section 487A.

To secure investment in public realm and associated town-centre improvement that strengthen Shannon's attractiveness as a place to live, work, invest and visit and complement the development of the OneShannonHub.

To secure increased Regional Airports Programme funding for terminal modernisation, sustainability initiatives, operational resilience, future-ready airfield infrastructure and sustainable aviation technologies at Shannon Airport.

To establish a dedicated State-supported route development mechanism that strengthens international business and tourism connectivity through regional airports, including Shannon Airport.

To ensure the revised National Aviation Policy includes measurable objectives for strengthening regional air connectivity and recognises Shannon Airport's strategic contribution to national competitiveness and balanced regional development.

To secure the funding and Government commitment required to accelerate delivery of the N19 scheme, improving access to Shannon Airport, Shannon Airport Business Park and the wider Shannon employment and enterprise area.

To secure improved frequency, capacity and integration of bus services serving Shannon, thereby improving labour mobility, sustainable commuting and access to employment, education and Shannon Airport.

To relate to the Ministers the importance of a properly funded and structured CAP post 2027.

To secure Government funding to advance the planning, route selection and development of the Shannon Airport Rail Link and progress towards implementation.