RSS
Overwatch.Report

Independent Analysis & Commentary
← Accountability Hub

Lobbying Tracker

Who lobbies whom about what. Search Ireland's lobbying register to see who is influencing your TDs, ministers, and public officials — and on whose behalf.

84838
Lobbying Returns
2578
Registered Lobbyists
Clear
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland
January–April
[Health] Collaboration on Dementia Inclusive Dungarvan project
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Thomas Phelan', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'}
🏥 Health View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
May–August
[Development and Zoning] Concern with the Maritime areas A boundary proximity to the Co. Waterford coastline of less than 13km and would be in favour of the boundary distance being a minimum of 22km offshore
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Eamon Ryan', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Environment, Climate and Communications)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': "Grace O'Sullivan", 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'}
View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
May–August
[Development and Zoning] Communications and language relating to the proposed development is high level and not engaging for general public. Consultation period also getting lost in local and European elections. Suggest better messaging on the benefits of the offshore project to the location.
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Eamon Ryan', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Environment, Climate and Communications)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': "Grace O'Sullivan", 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'}
View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
May–August
[Budgetary matters] There is a critical shortage of medical services, including general practitioners, mental health professionals, specialists, and dentists. The aging workforce, combined with inadequate succession planning, threatens the sustainability of healthcare in the region
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Jack Chambers', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Finance)'} {'name': 'Paschal Donohoe', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform)'} {'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 10 more
🏦 Finance & Banking 🏥 Health 🏠 Housing View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
May–August
[Budgetary matters] Housing and Urban Renewal - Affordable Housing Supply: Address the pressing need for affordable housing options—whether for purchase, rent, or holiday accommodation. A robust housing market is crucial for attracting and retaining a workforce.
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Jack Chambers', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Finance)'} {'name': 'Paschal Donohoe', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform)'} {'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 10 more
🏦 Finance & Banking 🏠 Housing View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
May–August
[Budgetary matters] Education and Skills Development - South East Technological University (SETU):The success of SETU is critical for the South East economy
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Jack Chambers', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Finance)'} {'name': 'Paschal Donohoe', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform)'} {'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 11 more
📚 Education 🏦 Finance & Banking View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
May–August
[Budgetary matters] Ireland's high operational costs challenge businesses, particularly in staffing and HR. Proposed increases in statutory sick pay, parents' leave, pension auto-enrolment, and minimum wage may deter hiring, accelerating a shift towards the gig economy. This shift risks negative impacts on society and the tax base.
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Jack Chambers', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Finance)'} {'name': 'Paschal Donohoe', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform)'} {'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 10 more
🏢 Enterprise & Employment 🏦 Finance & Banking View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
May–August
[Budgetary matters] Continued investment in public services is vital to making towns like Dungarvan an attractive place to live, work, and play. Enhancing transport links, such as the TFI Local Link networks, has greatly benefited rural areas by improving connectivity, supporting employment, and sustaining community vibrancy. Access to well-maintained sports facilities, green spaces, and diverse recreational opportunities is essential for a thriving community
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Jack Chambers', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Finance)'} {'name': 'Paschal Donohoe', 'role': 'Minister (Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform)'} {'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 10 more
🏢 Enterprise & Employment 🏦 Finance & Banking 🏥 Health View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Budgetary matters] Not to increase local commercial rates for businesses in 2025
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Ivan Grimes', 'role': 'Director of Services or Equivalent (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Michael Quinn', 'role': 'Director of Services or Equivalent (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Paul Johnston', 'role': 'Acting Director of Service (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Claire Hartley', 'role': 'Acting Director of Service (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Bernard Pollard', 'role': 'Head of Finance (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Seanie Power', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} + 13 more
🏦 Finance & Banking View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Transport] Motor and Fuel Tax on HGVs -implement tax bands based on EURO engine standards
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Cynthia Ní Mhurchú', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Billy Kelleher', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'}
🏦 Finance & Banking View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Housing] Housing and Urban Renewal Needs
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Billy Kelleher', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Cynthia Ní Mhurchú', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Seán Kelly', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'}
🏠 Housing View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Employment] Work Permit Process
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Cynthia Ní Mhurchú', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Billy Kelleher', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'}
🏢 Enterprise & Employment View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Development and Zoning] Declining Town Centre Commerce. - Town Centre First Initiative lacks ambition and funding. And is small town orientated.
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Cynthia Ní Mhurchú', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Billy Kelleher', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'}
View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Development and Zoning] Strict fire safety regulations hinder commercial renovation, causing towns to become more residential with reduced business opportunities. Grants supporting conversion to residential is challenging town centre futures.
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Cynthia Ní Mhurchú', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Billy Kelleher', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Sean Kelly', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'John Cummins', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 2 more
View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Tourism] Foreign Exchange Restrictions Impacting Tourism. - Due to anti-money laundering measures, tourists struggle with limited currency exchange options, particularly for American Express users.
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Cynthia Ní Mhurchú', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Billy Kelleher', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Seán Kelly', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'}
🏦 Finance & Banking View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Economic Development and Industry] . Evolving Business Demands (Sustainability & Digitalisation
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Cynthia Ní Mhurchú', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Billy Kelleher', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Sean Kelly', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 2 more
View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Employment] Gig Economy Impact on Employers & Communities. - Rising operational costs (sick pay, leave, pensions, minimum wage) may push employers towards gig workers. - This shift risks reduced job stability, societal impact, and a diminished tax base.
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Cynthia Ní Mhurchú', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Billy Kelleher', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Sean Kelly', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Conor D. McGuinness', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 1 more
🏢 Enterprise & Employment 🏦 Finance & Banking 🏠 Housing View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Economic Development and Industry] Protecting Ireland’s Competitive Advantages:
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Conor D. McGuinness', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'John Cummins', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Mary Roche', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'}
View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Development and Zoning] Essential Infrastructure Development:
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'John Cummins', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Conor D. McGuinness', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 1 more
View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Economic Development and Industry] Cost of Doing Business:
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'John Cummins', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Conor D. McGuinness', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 1 more
🏢 Enterprise & Employment 🏦 Finance & Banking View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Energy and Natural Resources] Focus on Sustainable Resilience:
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'John Cummins', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Conor D. McGuinness', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Mary Roche', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} + 1 more
🌍 Climate & Energy View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Development and Zoning] Fostering Thriving Towns and Cities:
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'John Cummins', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Conor D. McGuinness', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} + 1 more
View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Foreign Affairs] Strengthening Our International Connections:
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'John Cummins', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Conor D. McGuinness', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Mary Roche', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 1 more
View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Economic Development and Industry] Fostering Thriving Towns and Cities:
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'John Cummins', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Mary Roche', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Conor D. McGuinness', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'}
View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Taxation] Cost of Doing Business
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'John Cummins', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Conor D. McGuinness', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Mary Roche', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} + 1 more
🏢 Enterprise & Employment 🏦 Finance & Banking View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
September–December
[Economic Development and Industry] Essential Infrastructure Development:
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'David Cullinane', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'John Cummins', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} {'name': 'Matt Shanahan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Marc Ó Cathasaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Mary Roche', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} + 1 more
View on lobbying.ie →
RWE Renewables Ireland (formerly Innogy Renewables Ireland Limited)
September–December
[Energy and Natural Resources] To provide information on the Castlegarden proposed wind farm in Kilkenny approximately 3.5km south-east of Dungarvan and approximately 6km north-east of Thomastown
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Peter Cleere', 'role': 'Councillor (Kilkenny County Council)'} {'name': 'Deirdre Cullen', 'role': 'Councillor (Kilkenny County Council)'} {'name': 'Matt Doran', 'role': 'Councillor (Kilkenny County Council)'} {'name': 'Michael Doyle', 'role': 'Councillor (Kilkenny County Council)'} {'name': 'Joe Lyons', 'role': 'Councillor (Kilkenny County Council)'} {'name': "Patrick O'Neill", 'role': 'Councillor (Kilkenny County Council)'} + 7 more
🌾 Agriculture 🌍 Climate & Energy View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
January–April
[Economic Development and Industry] Launch of D&WW Chamber Strategy 2023 - 2026
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'John Cummins', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} {'name': 'Michael Quinn', 'role': 'Director of Services or Equivalent (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': "John O'Leary", 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'}
View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
January–April
[Communications] Town Centre Management Meeting - Presentation & Promotion are Important for the progression and sustainability of the town
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Kieran Kehoe', 'role': 'Director of Services or Equivalent (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Damien Geoghegan', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Thomas Phelan', 'role': 'Councillor (Waterford City and County Council)'}
🌍 Climate & Energy View on lobbying.ie →
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber
January–April
[Economic Development and Industry] Dungarvan/Ballinroad Local Area Plan Submission
Public Officials Lobbied
{'name': 'Michael Quinn', 'role': 'Director of Services or Equivalent (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Kieran Kehoe', 'role': 'Director of Services or Equivalent (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Michael Walsh', 'role': 'CEO (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Ivan Grimes', 'role': 'Director of Services or Equivalent (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Fergus Galvin', 'role': 'Director of Services or Equivalent (Waterford City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Mary Butler', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Health)'} + 9 more
View on lobbying.ie →
« Prev 1 2 3 4 5 Next »

Most Lobbied TDs

Data Source
All lobbying data comes from the Regulation of Lobbying Register, maintained by the Standards in Public Office Commission under the Regulation of Lobbying Act 2015.

Lobbyists must file returns every 4 months. This tracker makes that data searchable by TD, policy domain, and subject — so you can see who is trying to influence the decisions that affect your life.
Why This Matters
Lobbying is legal and often legitimate. But when property developers lobby TDs who vote on housing policy, or when insurance companies lobby ministers setting regulation — you have a right to know. Transparency is accountability.
Support me