For decades in Ireland, young women were taken into Mother and Baby Homes and stripped of everything. They lost their identity, their dignity and their basic human rights. The maternity care they received was often harsh, dangerous and deeply traumatic. Many laboured alone, frightened and without proper medical support. The lifelong physical injuries and emotional scars these women still suffer today are a direct result of the conditions described in the Mother and Baby Homes Commission Report. At Sean Ross Abbey, where I was born, public records show that around one thousand and ninety babies and children died along with twenty three young girls and young women. Their deaths were recorded, but their resting places are unknown. Their families have no answers. Their names survive only on paper and the truth of what happened to them has been hidden for generations. These children deserve to be found and their mothers deserve answers before time runs out. When babies were born in these institutions many were taken from their mothers without consent. The Commission confirmed that large payments or donations were made for many of these adoptions, often directly to the religious orders. Mothers were never told, never asked and never given a choice. Some babies were sent abroad. Some had incomplete or altered documents. Many mothers left these homes having no idea where their children were taken. This was not informed adoption. It was forced separation. Inside these institutions thousands of infants died from conditions linked to neglect, malnutrition, infection and a complete lack of adequate care. The Commission also confirmed that vaccine trials were carried out on children without their mothers knowledge or permission. Who allowed pharmaceutical companies into these institutions. Who authorised these trials. Was it the State, the religious orders or both. The answers to these questions are in the records the Government has sealed for thirty years. We are told that inspections took place, but if inspections happened then how did thousands of children die. How were these conditions allowed to continue for decades. Again, the truth lies in the records the State has locked away for thirty years. This was not one home or one county. It happened across Ireland and touched every parish, every family and every generation. The Government claims it wants to learn from the past, yet it refuses to find the missing children, refuses to open the sealed records and excludes many survivors from redress. That is not learning. It is continuing the harm. These babies were not shame and they were not secrets. They were children. They were sons and daughters who deserve dignity, truth and the chance to be brought home. Their mothers deserve answers before they die. And the people of Ireland deserve honesty about what happened in these institutions run by both the State and the religious orders. This is why this petition matters. This is not only a survivor issue. This is a national issue, a moral issue and a human issue. Signing this petition is how every Irish citizen can stand with these mothers, stand with these children and demand truth, dignity and justice from our Government. I am doing this for the babies of Sean Ross Abbey and every mother who still waits for answers.

Anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas can play a positive role in Ireland’s renewable energy transition — but only when properly regulated. Unfortunately, Ireland currently lacks the basic national standards that other EU countries already require. As a result, AD plants are being proposed far too close to homes, private wells, schools, farms, rivers, Natura sites, and even busy motorways. Local authorities have no consistent guidance, and communities are left exposed to unnecessary health, safety and environmental risks. The Problem 1. No minimum setback distances Ireland has no national separation distances between AD plants and: • homes • drinking-water wells • schools • roads and motorways • protected habitats Other countries use 300–500m as standard — Ireland uses none. 2. No national odour standards Odour from digesters, waste reception, and digestate tanks can travel long distances depending on wind and elevation. Ireland has: • no odour regulations • no odour-modelling requirement • no mandatory odour-abatement technology Communities near existing plants frequently report persistent nuisance. 3. Risks to private wells and groundwater Many homes rely on private wells. AD sites store large quantities of slurry, digestate, industrial food waste, and fats/oils/grease. A spill or leak can contaminate groundwater. Ireland has no minimum distance from wells and no hydrological protection rules. 4. Proximity to motorways and road-safety concerns AD plants store methane, biogas and large waste volumes. Without national TII guidance, sites can be placed only metres from national roads and motorways — raising concerns about: • tanker traffic • vehicle fires • collision risks • gas leaks • spill containment This is a major planning gap. 5. Industrial waste accepted with little oversight Many AD plants take: • offal • dairy processing waste • food-industry by-products • fats, oils, grease (FOG) • expired packaged food These greatly increase odour, emissions, and risk. Ireland has no national limits, no composition standards, and weak monitoring. WHAT WE ARE ASKING FOR We call on the Minister for the Environment, the EPA, TII, and the Department of Housing to create national AD biogas regulations, including: ✔️ Minimum 500m setback distance From homes, schools, and private wells, unless independent scientific assessment proves otherwise. ✔️ National odour limits With mandatory odour-modelling, abatement systems, and compliance monitoring. ✔️ Groundwater and well protection Hydrological assessments, protected zones, and strict containment standards. ✔️ Rules for industrial waste Clear permitted-waste lists, composition limits, and independent monitoring. ✔️ Road-safety guidelines National TII rules for AD plants near major roads and motorways. ✔️ A full national AD planning framework Like those already existing for windfarms, quarries, and intensive agriculture — ensuring safety, consistency, and transparency. ⸻ WHY THIS MATTERS Ireland needs renewable energy — but we also need safe, responsible, and properly regulated development. Right now, communities across Ireland are being forced to fight these issues one planning application at a time, without the protection of national rules. A clear regulatory framework would protect: • public health • groundwater and private wells • road safety • rural communities • local wildlife and habitats • quality of life We urgently need the Government to act. CALL TO ACTION Sign now to demand strong national regulations for biogas AD plants — to keep our homes, water, and communities safe.

By adding your name to this petition, you will be helping protect the right of millions who lack digital skills or reliable smartphone access to stress-free travel.  By demanding that Ryanair keep paper boarding passes, you will be adding pressure to Ryanair, helping to promote equal treatment of passengers. Together we can show heartless corporations, whose main motivation is their profit, how important it is to prevent discrimination against seniors, low‑income families, and those with limited literacy, and uphold the principle that essential services must remain accessible to all. We know how powerful people-power can be, and thousands of us adding our names to this campaign will make sure the airline listens to our call to adopt inclusive boarding pass options and drop a policy that will permanently excludes vulnerable passengers.

Ireland must remain a neutral and  independent voice for peace. Our neutrality and the Triple Lock safeguard our democracy, sovereignty, and peacekeeping — not war-making. We, the undersigned, call on Tipperary County Council to: • Publicly affirm its support for Ireland’s policy of military neutrality; • Call on the Irish Government to protect the Triple Lock mechanism; • Support a policy of peace, diplomacy, and international co-operation. Ensure any deployment of Irish troops abroad remains subject to the will of the people and the Oireachtas. The “Triple Lock” that requires a UN mandate for deployment of Irish troops is the only legal mechanism that protects it. This government wants to scrap the Triple Lock so Ireland can participate more fully in EU-led and NATO-led military missions without a UN mandate. 

East Cork must secure government funding now to build a public swimming pool in Midleton—ensuring safety, equity, and access before resources are diverted elsewhere. 1. The opportunity: Government funds for community pools are currently available and will be reallocated if East Cork does not apply. Comparable towns—such as Mallow and Fermoy—already benefit from such infrastructure. 2. The challenge: Midleton, the largest urban area in Cork County without a public pool, lacks infrastructure for swimming education and accessibility. Over 22,000 residents, including 6,000 schoolchildren, currently face barriers to learning essential life-saving skills. 3. The implications: Cork records the highest drowning deaths in Ireland, underscoring the public safety urgency. Absence of local facilities disproportionately affects children, older adults, and people with disabilities, deepening social inequality. 4. The case for action: Public pools are not discretionary amenities; they are foundational health and safety infrastructure. Investment now secures equitable access, reduces preventable risks, and strengthens community well-being. Therefore: East Cork should act immediately to secure funding and deliver a public pool in Midleton—protecting residents, promoting fairness, and ensuring the county keeps pace with national safety and health standards.

Some students don’t need more motivation. They just need a meal. Right now across Ireland, too many students are studying hungry, skipping meals to pay rent or travel to class. Hunger isn’t just physical. It drains focus, energy, and hope. When we feed students, we’re not just helping them survive college. We’re helping them show up fully, to learn, lead, and become who they’re meant to be. This is why we’re building Crave Christi Student Sponsorship, to make sure no student is left behind because of an empty plate. Join us in turning compassion into action. Together, we can make student hunger impossible to ignore. Because hunger shouldn’t be part of the college experience. Not here. Not now.

Everyday people across Ireland are struggling to afford the basics — rent, food, childcare, heating, and transport. Families are cutting back, carers are limited in how much they can work, and workers’ wages are being swallowed by rising costs. Budget 2026 should be about fairness and dignity — not leaving people behind. Ordinary people are the backbone of this country, and we deserve a Budget that reflects that. This isn’t about politics — it’s about survival, fairness, and respect for those doing their best to keep Ireland going. If enough of us speak up together, we can show the Government that it’s not too late to change course and build a Budget that works for everyone. Sign and share this petition to stand up for fairness, dignity, and real support for ordinary people.

Why This Matters — To Everyone Huntington’s disease families in Ireland have been promised and then denied basic care and support. We are a small, relatively rich country and our healthcare system is failing those who need it as well as those who work in it.  Sign this petition to support families : • Proper Huntingtons Disease care through specialist multi-disciplinary teams (like Scotland has - same population but a specialist team in all 7 major cities) • A health system ready for advanced therapies like the Uniqure trial making the news • Leadership that keeps its promises Because a health service that fails us today will fail our tomorrows.

Why Ireland Must Ensure Safe Passage — and Deploy the Irish Navy to Accompany the Global Sumud Flotilla 1. Protection of Irish Citizens If any Irish nationals are aboard, Ireland has a non-negotiable duty to protect them through all possible means.  2. Upholding International Law The flotilla is a civilian humanitarian mission, protected under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, the Geneva Conventions, and customary humanitarian law.  3. Ireland’s Human Rights Leadership Ireland’s voice carries moral weight; standing up now reinforces our reputation as a defender of civilian protection, justice, and human dignity.  4. Preventing Escalation & Loss of Life Harassment, drone attacks, communications jamming—all these precede more serious violations. Preemptive diplomatic and protective action can prevent large-scale tragedy.  5. Solidarity with Gaza’s Civilians In a region devastated by blockade and conflict, the flotilla is a rare mechanism to deliver food, medicine, and hope. Irish support would align with global humanitarian solidarity.  6. Multilateral Opportunity & Moral Identity With countries like Spain already warning against attacks, Ireland can join a unified front. There is also deep resonance domestically: many Irish see echoes between our history and the present plight of Palestinians.  Why the New Attacks Demand Naval Escort Escalation to 11 Attacked Vessels Recent reports confirm that 11 aid vessels have been attacked . This is not a distant threat — it is happening now, mid-sea, with serious risk to life. Deterrence through Presence The presence of the Irish Navy alongside Spanish and Italian ships would raise the political, legal, and practical cost of any further aggression. It transforms passive declarations into concrete protection. Accountability & Transparency Naval accompaniment allows independent documentation of incidents, real-time reporting, and stronger evidence in any investigations or legal proceedings. Diplomatic Leverage Deploying naval vessels is a strong signal: Ireland is ready to invest state resources to safeguard humanitarian missions. That gives Ireland credibility when demanding that other states abide by international law. Life over Politics At the core, this is about protecting civilians — unarmed individuals who have chosen nonviolent means to bring relief. Inaction now risks mass casualties, an ignominious legacy, and betrayal of Ireland’s moral commitments.

It is important to raise awareness of this issue as currently our application process for candidacy for the Dail and the office of President is wide open and vulnerable to persons of criminal history. This has proven to be a social and political disaster in the U.S. We must be better, we must take action to disallow it here. 

End Privatisation by Stealth - End Outsourcing It is important because Abtran, despite receiving millions in taxpayer-funded government contracts, refuses to abide by a Labour Court recommendation to engage with a trade union, pays many of its staff the minimum wage, and makes use of offshore structures in the British Virgin Islands to reduce its tax liabilities. When a company entrusted with delivering public services does not have service pay, adequate Christmas bonuses or collective bargaining for its workers, it undermines both the integrity of our public procurement system and the principles of fairness that should underpin public service delivery. This is not just a workplace issue—it is a matter of accountability, transparency, and value for money for everyone who pays taxes in Ireland. Other people should join this campaign because it is about ensuring that public money is spent responsibly and ethically. If we allow companies like Abtran to continue receiving huge state contracts without scrutiny, we risk normalising low pay, weak worker protections, and aggressive tax avoidance in Ireland’s public sector supply chain. By standing together, we can push the Public Accounts Committee to act in the public interest, demand higher standards from contractors, and protect the rights of workers. Joining this campaign is not only about supporting Abtran employees—it is about demanding a fairer, more transparent Ireland where taxpayer funds are used to strengthen, not weaken, our communities.

Severely impacts people travelling to work, school, college. Especially people such as myself living on the border between zones Public transport becomes generally more expensive than just buying a car and fuelling up weekly.