Report calls for regulation of lobbyists

A REPORT commissioned by the Government has recommended that it should establish a register of lobbyists.

It also concludes the register should be controlled by a body such as the ethical watchdog, the Standards in Public Office Commission, to ensure public confidence in the process.

The report by two leading political academics suggests regulating lobbyists would be a “good initial first step in ensuring that the perception of undue influence is not an issue in Ireland”.