Catch up on what we’re working on, what’s changing in public affairs, and what it all means.
Ireland has taken steps in recent years to reduce children’s exposure to unhealthy food marketing, but with the UK’s new restrictions on high fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) advertising now in force, it is likely that Ireland will examine if a similar approach could reshape our own food marketing landscape.
Ireland faces growing hybrid threats as Russian activity targets subsea cables and rogue drones appear near critical events. With most global data cables passing through Irish waters, disruption could cripple the economy. Planned defence investments are modest, and with the U.S. prioritizing its own interests, Ireland must urgently strengthen security to protect vital infrastructure.
After years of delays, spiralling costs, and mounting frustration, the Government’s new Accelerating Infrastructure Action Plan promises a radical shift in how we deliver the projects that underpin housing, energy, and economic growth. It is a brave decision by this Government, and if it works, the future will be much brighter for everyone.
Europe’s security landscape has changed since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and whilst many countries in Europe have increased their defence spending and re-evaluated their security, Ireland still faces gaps in its defence capabilities and is vulnerable to threats.
The Digital Omnibus is framed as a gamechanger for European businesses, but has potential to bring more uncertainty for industry
The appointment comes as the new consultancy expands its presence across Dublin and Brussels to meet rising demand for advice on European and global policy issues.
In an era of rapid political change, businesses and organisations face a stark challenge: be understood or be ignored. A new agency launches to meet that challenge. Fenton Fitzwilliam, a locally owned public affairs and communications consultancy, opens its doors with a clear promise: “Our clients won’t just be heard, they’ll be understood.”
Dublin is about to live through the most disruptive period of transport construction in its modern history. BusConnects will rip up roads, reallocate lanes, and redraw the bus map. MetroLink will tunnel through the city, reshaping how Dublin connects.
Engaging with members of the Oireachtas is central to effective public affairs in Ireland. Done well, it creates real value, not only for clients, but also for TD's and Senators, helping them fulfil their respective roles and to make informed policy decisions.
There is no denying that Ireland’s health system faces significant pressures, including lengthy waiting lists, overworked staff, and rising demand resulting from demographic changes. Yet within this challenge lies a real opportunity.
Ireland’s position as the European home for global tech giants brings both opportunity and responsibility. As the EU rolls out another wave of digital regulations, Ireland is not just a regulatory hub, it is a policy battleground.
Ireland has real and rising potential to become a meaningful producer of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). With aviation’s carbon challenge growing and Europe’s ReFuelEU rules pushing rapid uptake, there in an opportunity to marshal a domestic SAF industry.
As the European Union closes in on its 2030 climate and industrial goals, the European Parliament is accelerating legislation that directly affects businesses in energy, transport, technology, and pharmaceuticals.
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