Chambers Ireland has today (18 May 2021) welcomed the announcement by Government that businesses which operate from non-rateable premises will now be eligible to apply for the €60m Small Business Assistance Scheme for COVID (SBASC). Speaking today, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot responded to the announcement, “This news will come as a great relief
Chambers Ireland welcomes the announcement by Minister Eamon Ryan of a Framework for Offshore Electricity Transmission. Speaking today (14 May 2021) Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said, “The publication of the Framework is an important step, but it is only one of many that need to be taken if we are to secure the
Chambers Ireland has today announced the shortlist for the Chamber Awards 2021. The shortlist demonstrates the strong level of activity that was maintained by Chambers around the country despite the difficulties presented by the ongoing pandemic. Cross-Chamber collaboration is evident from the list of nominations. Two infrastructure projects, both recognised in the Most Successful Policy
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