Ahead of the Cabinet meeting later today, Chambers Ireland this morning (29 April) calls on Government to give certainty on financial supports and the reopening strategy for the months to come. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said, “First and foremost, the priority for our members is that the reopening be sustainable.
Chambers Ireland has today (28 April 2021) welcomed the findings of a new report which found that EU Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) have a positive effect on the Irish economy by increasing trade, firm productivity, GDP and national income. Speaking today, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot remarked, “Today has been a good day for
A study commissioned by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Research Foundation warns the global economy stands to lose as much as €7.6 trillion if governments fail to ensure developing economies get access to COVID-19 vaccines. The research has been highlighted by Chambers Ireland and UNICEF Ireland to mark World Immunisation Week. The event aims
Chambers Ireland has today (6 April 2021) launched the Excellence in Local Government Awards 2021 and is now inviting applications from all 31 Local Authorities to showcase their best work over the last year across 16 categories. Hosted in partnership with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, the 18th edition of the awards
Following a meeting of Chamber CEOs, Chambers Ireland today (30 March 2021) calls on Government to use the time wisely and ensure we can plan for a sustainable reopening. Speaking this evening, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said, “With this lockdown lasting much longer than anticipated, our members are experiencing many difficulties and justifiable
Prior to his participation in the Tripartite Social Summit on 24 March and in the run-up to the online European Council starting the following day, EUROCHAMBRES President Christoph Leitl has called on EU leaders to give Europe’s struggling business community cause for optimism. “The rollout of the vaccination programme is of course critical for our
Chambers Ireland and UNICEF Ireland have together issued a call to action for more family-friendly workplaces. The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the lives of children and their families as health systems are put under strain and schools and businesses close. This has contributed to additional pressure on employees, customers and their children. Investing in measures
Chambers Ireland this morning (10 March 2021) launched the Sustainable Business Impact Awards, inviting companies to enter projects that make valuable contributions to sustainability and inclusion across the economy. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot noted that it was critically important that sustainability was at the heart of the post-pandemic recovery. “We’re
On International Women’s Day (8 March 2021) Chambers Ireland calls on Government to ease the intensified ‘COVID burden’ on women by introducing policies focused on flexible work, parenting equality and the provision of affordable childcare. This aim must be at the centre of the National Economic Plan to ensure women are not left behind during
Chambers Ireland, in partnership with the Association of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry (EUROCHAMBRES), has published new data this morning (4 March 2021) on the impact of COVID-19 on female entrepreneurs and women-led businesses. The research has revealed that the COVID-19 confinement measures have heightened several pre-existing obstacles for female entrepreneurs. The survey of
Chambers Ireland today (23 Feb 2021) says three month extension not long enough and calls on Government to leave incremental half-measures in the past, and start afresh with an expansive, data-driven plan to support business through the impact of COVID-19. Speaking this evening, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said “The extension of existing financial
Chambers Ireland today (22 Feb 2021) calls on Government to put climate action, urban renewal, and gender equality at the heart of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan and National Development Plan. Speaking this afternoon, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said “The key messages coming from our Network are that Government action must be accelerated