Following the Cabinet level agreement that Budget 2020 is to be prepared under a ‘no-deal’ Brexit scenario, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot has welcomed this decision, specifically the regional and sectoral approach, and calls on Government to ensure that spending for capital projects is delivered. “Decisions on Budget 2020 must be based on what
Chambers Ireland welcomes the nomination of Phil Hogan, by the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, as the EU’s next Trade Commissioner. Speaking today, Chambers Ireland chief executive Ian Talbot wished the new Commissioner well and urged him to continue the advancement of a progressive SME-friendly trade agenda on behalf of the EU. “Commissioner
Chambers Ireland congratulates the 58,000-plus students receiving their Leaving Certificate results today. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland chief executive Ian Talbot congratulated the students and wished them well on the next steps towards building a future career. “For many students receiving their results today, third level university education may be the preferred option, but we
Speaking this morning (13 August 2019) about Chambers Ireland’s Budget 2020 recommendations on Infrastructure and Housing, chief executive Ian Talbot emphasised that regardless of the economic uncertainties we face, Government must ensure that the NDP investments set out under that plan are realised. “The priority issue for Budget 2020, as identified by our network of
Chambers Ireland today revealed the shortlist for the Excellence in Local Government Awards 2019. In its 16th year, the Awards features a total of 22 Local Authorities shortlisted over 16 categories, including a new addition, ‘Age Friendly Initiative’, which showcases Local Authorities’ efforts to make Ireland a great place in which to grow old. The Excellence
Speaking this afternoon (2 August 2019) following the publication of the July Exchequer Returns, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot acknowledges the performance of the economy continues to be strong and steady, but urges a prudent approach in Budget 2020. “What we’re seeing in this month’s Returns is a reflection of the strength of
Chambers Ireland today officially announced the shortlist for the Outstanding Achievement in CSR Award for the Corporate Social Responsibility Awards. Once again, this year’s prestigious Outstanding Achievement in CSR Award received applicant companies who have demonstrated outstanding, sustained commitment in their CSR practices at all levels. The companies shortlisted for the award are as follows:
Reports today that in the last year the majority of SMEs have either postponed, or are reviewing, their investment plans highlights the impact of the Brexit negotiations on the Irish economy. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland chief executive Ian Talbot emphasised the importance for businesses of all sizes to prepare now before the UK’s final
Chambers Ireland welcomes this morning’s (18 July 2019) consultation on remote working hosted by Ministers Heather Humphreys and Richard Bruton as part of Future Jobs Ireland. As Ireland’s largest business network with a geographical reach into every major town and city in the country, we know how important it is, both for employers and their
Following today’s (9 July 2019) publication of the revised Brexit contingency action plan from the Irish Government, Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive urges businesses to comprehensively review this latest Brexit resource and to continue to prepare for a highly possible ‘no-deal’ outcome this October. “Today’s revised contingency action plan is being published
Chambers Ireland today (8 July 2019) officially announced the shortlist for the 2019 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Awards. Over seventy shortlisted projects across the fourteen award categories are recognised for CSR activities
Following publication of the June Fiscal Monitor, Chambers Ireland calls on Government to ensure that Budget 2020 delivers on commitments for investment in infrastructure. Speaking this evening Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said, “While the economy is performing well, continued prosperity is by no means guaranteed. There are a number of economic headwinds which