Overwatch Report

Age Action

September–December

[Energy and Natural Resources] Better Energy Warmer Homes scheme

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Camille Loftus (Former DPO)', 'role': 'Adviser to Minister (Department of Children and Youth Affairs)'} {'name': 'Camille Loftus (Former DPO)', 'role': 'Adviser to Minister (Department of Health)'} {'name': 'Ciarán Ahern', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Pa Daly', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Jennifer Whitmore', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[EU Affairs] Digital Omnibus package – adoption

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Thomas Byrne', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Foreign Affairs)'} {'name': 'Joe Hackett', 'role': 'Assistant Secretary (Department of Foreign Affairs)'}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Taxation] To highlight the recommendations of the Chambers Ireland pre-Budget, including the necessity to introduce targeted tax incentives to encourage SMEs to invest in workplace health and wellbeing. Possible measures include voucher-based subsidies, tax credits and expanded Benefit-in-Kind exemptions.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Meeting All Oireachtas Members', 'role': 'https://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-responds-to-budget-2026-a-budget-of-two-halves/ \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-to-meet-ministers-on-urgent-infrastructure-reform/'} {'name': 'Submission All Oireachtas Members', 'role': 'https://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \nhttps://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-responds-to-budget-2026-a-budget-of-two-halves/ \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-to-meet-ministers-on-urgent-infrastructure-reform/'} {'name': 'Lobby day All Oireachtas Members', 'role': 'https://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-responds-to-budget-2026-a-budget-of-two-halves/ \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-to-meet-ministers-on-urgent-infrastructure-reform/'}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Economic Development and Industry] To highlight the recommendations of the Chambers Ireland pre-Budget, including the necessity to introduce targeted tax incentives to encourage SMEs to invest in workplace health and wellbeing. Possible measures include voucher-based subsidies, tax credits and expanded Benefit-in-Kind exemptions.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Meeting All Oireachtas Members', 'role': 'https://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-responds-to-budget-2026-a-budget-of-two-halves/ \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-to-meet-ministers-on-urgent-infrastructure-reform/'} {'name': 'Submission All Oireachtas Members', 'role': 'https://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \nhttps://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-responds-to-budget-2026-a-budget-of-two-halves/ \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-to-meet-ministers-on-urgent-infrastructure-reform/'} {'name': 'Lobby day All Oireachtas Members', 'role': 'https://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-responds-to-budget-2026-a-budget-of-two-halves/ \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-to-meet-ministers-on-urgent-infrastructure-reform/'}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Trade] To highlight the recommendations of the Chambers Ireland pre-Budget, including supporting initiatives that encourage Irish exporters to adopt sustainable and ethical trade practices, including certification programmes and green supply chain management.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Meeting All Oireachtas Members', 'role': 'https://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-responds-to-budget-2026-a-budget-of-two-halves/ \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-to-meet-ministers-on-urgent-infrastructure-reform/'} {'name': 'Submission All Oireachtas Members', 'role': 'https://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \nhttps://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-responds-to-budget-2026-a-budget-of-two-halves/ \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-to-meet-ministers-on-urgent-infrastructure-reform/'} {'name': 'Lobby day All Oireachtas Members', 'role': 'https://chambers.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2026-PBS-FINAL.pdf \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-responds-to-budget-2026-a-budget-of-two-halves/ \n\nhttps://chambers.ie/press-releases/chambers-ireland-to-meet-ministers-on-urgent-infrastructure-reform/'}

Limerick Youth Service

September–December

[Children and Youth Affairs] Engagement with Local Authority staff regarding continued financial support for Comhairle na nÓg project delivery, including discussion of a potential additional €5,000 allocation for the 2026 programme, following funding provided in 2025.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Catherine Bowes-Kelly', 'role': 'Executive Manager (Limerick City and County Council)'} {'name': 'Anne Delaney', 'role': 'Executive Manager (Limerick City and County Council)'}

EDF Renewables Ireland Limited

September–December

[Energy and Natural Resources] Proposal to develop a battery storage facility at Bandon, Co. Cork

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Ann Bambury', 'role': 'Councillor (Cork County Council)'} {'name': 'Alan Coleman', 'role': 'Councillor (Cork County Council)'} {'name': 'John Collins', 'role': 'Councillor (Cork County Council)'} {'name': 'Gillian Coughlan', 'role': 'Councillor (Cork County Council)'} {'name': 'John Michael Foley', 'role': 'Councillor (Cork County Council)'} {'name': "Marie O'Sullivan", 'role': 'Councillor (Cork County Council)'} + 5 more

ENERGY CLOUD Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG)

September–December

[Energy and Natural Resources] Written Submission and Presentation to Joint Oireachtas Committee on Housing, Local Government and Heritage

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Micheál Carrigy', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Seamus McGrath', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Richard Boyd Barrett', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Paula Butterly', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Joe Cooney', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Thomas Gould', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 8 more

Limerick Youth Service

September–December

[Children and Youth Affairs] Engagement with public representatives and Local Authority officials regarding youth services delivered by Limerick Youth Service, education and training provision through the Community Training Centre. Discussions referenced proposed changes to programme capacity arising from funding decisions within the Limerick & Clare Education and Training Board, and outlined the potential implications of reduced funding and capacity for service delivery and young people.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Maurice Quinlivan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Conor Sheehan', 'role': 'Councillor (Limerick City and County Council)'} {'name': "Patrick O'Donovan", 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': "Willie O'Dea", 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': "Kieran O'Donnell", 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Maria Byrne', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} + 5 more

Pinnacle Public Affairs Ltd

on behalf of Yes (client not named)

September–December

[Health] To Engage MEPs regarding the Medical Device Regulation

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Paul Fox (Former DPO)', 'role': 'Special Adviser (Department of Foreign Affairs)'} {'name': 'Paudie Coffey (Former DPO)', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} {'name': 'Sean Kelly', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Billy Kelleher', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[EU Affairs] European Grids Package / grid infrastructure priorities

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Thomas Byrne', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Foreign Affairs)'} {'name': 'Joe Hackett', 'role': 'Assistant Secretary (Department of Foreign Affairs)'}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Energy and Natural Resources] European Grids Package / grid infrastructure priorities

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Thomas Byrne', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Foreign Affairs)'} {'name': 'Joe Hackett', 'role': 'Assistant Secretary (Department of Foreign Affairs)'}

Pinnacle Public Affairs Ltd

on behalf of Yes (client not named)

September–December

[Development and Zoning] To engage public representatives regarding lands at Garranedarragh, Bisphopstown, Cork for residential zoning - T12 A620

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Paul Fox (Former DPO)', 'role': 'Special Adviser (Department of Foreign Affairs)'} {'name': 'Paudie Coffey (Former DPO)', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} {'name': 'Albert Deasy', 'role': 'Councillor (Cork City Council)'} {'name': 'Ciara O’Connor', 'role': 'Councillor (Cork City Council)'} {'name': 'Colm Kelleher', 'role': 'Councillor (Cork City Council)'} {'name': 'Fergal Dennehy', 'role': 'Councillor (Cork City Council)'} + 4 more

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[EU Affairs] European Grids Package / grid infrastructure priorities

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Joe Hackett', 'role': 'Assistant Secretary (Department of Foreign Affairs)'} {'name': 'Thomas Byrne', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Foreign Affairs)'}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Energy and Natural Resources] European Grids Package / grid infrastructure priorities

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Joe Hackett', 'role': 'Assistant Secretary (Department of Foreign Affairs)'} {'name': 'Thomas Byrne', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Foreign Affairs)'}

Pinnacle Public Affairs Ltd

on behalf of Yes (client not named)

September–December

[Development and Zoning] Engage with Local Cllrs for lands at Charleville Road, Tullamore, Offaly to be zoned residential - R35 TY01

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Paul Fox (Former DPO)', 'role': 'Special Adviser (Department of Foreign Affairs)'} {'name': 'Paudie Coffey (Former DPO)', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} {'name': 'Andrew Murray', 'role': 'Acting Director of Service (Offaly County Council)'} {'name': 'Declan Harvey', 'role': 'Councillor (Offaly County Council)'} {'name': 'Frank Moran', 'role': 'Councillor (Offaly County Council)'} {'name': 'Neil Feighery', 'role': 'Councillor (Offaly County Council)'} + 4 more

Pinnacle Public Affairs Ltd

on behalf of Yes (client not named)

September–December

[Housing] To engage with Public Reps to highlight refurbished units at Tramway Court for use as housing - D24 Y880

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Paul Fox (Former DPO)', 'role': 'Special Adviser (Department of Foreign Affairs)'} {'name': 'Paudie Coffey (Former DPO)', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} {'name': 'Simon Harris', 'role': 'Tánaiste and Minister (Department of Foreign Affairs)'} {'name': 'David McManus', 'role': 'Councillor (South Dublin County Council)'} {'name': 'John Lahart', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Colm Brophy', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} + 2 more

Cavanagh Communications

on behalf of Yes (client not named)

September–December

[Health] 24/9/2025: Sage Advocacy news release: '56% increase in demand for advocacy service' circulated to all TDs and Senators.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Email All Oireachtas Members', 'role': "Sage Advocacy News release '56% increase in demand for advocacy service’ emailed to all TDs and Senators to inform policy re adult advocacy services."}

Cavanagh Communications

on behalf of Yes (client not named)

September–December

[Health] 3/12/2025: Sage Advocacy news release: 'Public wants housing plans to include supports for older people to live in their own homes' circulated to all TDs and Senators.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Email All Oireachtas Members', 'role': "Sage Advocacy News release 'Public wants housing plans to include supports for older people to live in their own homes' emailed to all TDs and Senators re safeguarding policy for older people."}

SIPTU - Services Industrial Professional Trade Union

September–December

[Employment] Letter to members of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Arts, Media, Communication and Sport to raise issues in relation to job losses at FAI in advance of the committee meeting FAI management.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Brian Brennan', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Aengus Ó Snodaigh', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Alan Kelly', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Joanna Byrne', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Malcolm Byrne', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Michael Carrighy', 'role': 'Senator (Seanad)'} + 3 more

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Employment] Successor to Pathways to Work Strategy — introduce a tapered Working Age Payment to ease financial transitions for long-term unemployed people entering part-time work.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Email All Oireachtas Members', 'role': ''}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Development and Zoning] To highlight the recommendations of the Chambers Ireland pre-Budget submission 2026, including for Transport Oriented Development principles should form the core of all new developments and for the Land Development Agency (LDA) to take responsibility for a National Land Management Strategy.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Meeting All Oireachtas Members', 'role': ''}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Social Protection] Successor to Pathways to Work Strategy — introduce a tapered Working Age Payment to ease financial transitions for long-term unemployed people entering part-time work.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Email All Oireachtas Members', 'role': ''}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Development and Zoning] To highlight the recommendations of the Chambers Ireland pre-Budget submission 2026, including strengthening planning professionals in local authorities and relevant state agencies.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Meeting All Oireachtas Members', 'role': ''}

AgTech Ireland

September–December

[Agriculture] Informal invitation/encouragement to a few TDs to attend fireside chat with Minister Heydon just prior to AgTech Ireland AGM.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': "Peter 'Chap' Cleere", 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'} {'name': 'Noel Grealish', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine)'} {'name': 'William Aird', 'role': 'TD (Dáil Éireann, the Oireachtas)'}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Taxation] To highlight the recommendations of the Chambers Ireland pre-Budget submission 2026, including expanding and simplifying the eligibility criteria for R&D tax credits to encourage research activities in medium-sized enterprises.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Meeting All Oireachtas Members', 'role': ''}

AgTech Ireland

September–December

[Agriculture] Engagement with Irish MEPs ahead of a delegation of AgTech Ireland member companies visiting the European Parliament in Brussels in January 2026.

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Barry Cowen', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Maria Walsh', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Cynthia Ní Mhurchú', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Billy Kelleher', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Sean Kelly', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} {'name': 'Ciaran Mullooly', 'role': 'MEP (European Parliament)'} + 4 more

Down Syndrome Ireland

September–December

[Health] Meeting regarding support for Speech and Language therapy

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Hildegarde Naughton', 'role': 'Minister of State (Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth)'}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Education and Training] "Successor to Pathways to Work Strategy — invest in intensive language courses and personal integration plans for underrepresented communities. "

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Email All Oireachtas Members', 'role': ''}

Chambers Ireland

September–December

[Employment] "Successor to Pathways to Work Strategy — invest in intensive language courses and personal integration plans for underrepresented communities. "

Public Officials Lobbied

{'name': 'Email All Oireachtas Members', 'role': ''}

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