Chambers Ireland today (14th October 2025) revealed the shortlist for the Excellence in Local Government Awards 2025. In its 22nd year, the Awards feature a total of 98 Local Authority projects shortlisted across 16 categories, reflecting the dedication and innovation taking place at local government level, and one Local Authority will be awarded the overall
07 October 2025 Chambers Ireland has responded to Budget 2026, describing it as “a budget of two halves”. Speaking today, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland Ian Talbot said that Budget 2026 offers welcome commitments on infrastructure and housing but leaves some questions unanswered for the business community: “We welcome the investment proposals and the clear
02 October 2025 Chambers Ireland has said that it strongly supports today’s approval by An Coimisiún Pleanála of the Dublin MetroLink project, saying it will be a catalyst for housing, infrastructure and growth. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland, said: “MetroLink will be transformative for the entire country. It will deliver fast, reliable, and
Tesco Ireland has been awarded the Outstanding Achievement in Sustainable Business Impact at Chambers Ireland’s Sustainable Business Impact (SBI) Awards 2025, which took place last night (Wednesday 24 September) in Dublin. These prestigious awards have been showcasing best practice in sustainable business development for over twenty years. Tesco Ireland, and the winners of the 12
23 September 2025 Chambers Ireland today welcomed the successful outcome of EU-Indonesia free trade negotiations, which will remove import duties on 98.5% of tariff lines and simplify export procedures for EU goods in key sectors. “This agreement with Indonesia will help exporters seeking to diversify into new markets and this is critical from a long-term
12 September 2025 Chambers Ireland has described the publication of the National Designated Maritime Area Plan (DMAP) for Offshore Renewable Energy as a landmark moment for the State’s long-term energy planning. Speaking today, Chief Executive Ian Talbot commented: “The move to a national DMAP framework marks a significant improvement in how offshore wind development will
10 September 2025 Chambers Ireland have broadly welcomed the New Competitiveness and Productivity Action Plan announced by Government earlier today but cautioned that delivery will be critical. Speaking earlier today, Chief Executive Ian Talbot welcomed the commitment to accelerating infrastructure: “We now have a plan but delivering on its objectives will be paramount to its
10 September 2025 Chambers Ireland today (10 September) announced the shortlist for the Outstanding Achievement in Sustainable Business Impact Award. The companies shortlisted for the overall award are as follows: · Medtronic · Sisk · Tesco · The Shannon Airport Group The winner of the overall award will be a company that has embedded sustainability
5 September 2025 Chambers Ireland – the body representing 36 affiliated Chambers of Commerce throughout Ireland – will meet with Minister Paschal Donohoe and Minister Jack Chambers this afternoon to discuss the reforms to infrastructure that are impacting the State’s competitiveness. The meeting will focus on Chambers Ireland’s pre-budget submission, with a particular focus on
Cork Chamber has today won the ‘Best Collaboration of Chambers, Business and Government’ category at the World Chambers Competition, held during the 14th World Chambers Congress in Melbourne, this is the first ever Irish winner at these awards. Hosted by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the World Chambers Federation, the competition recognises cutting-edge
03 September 2025 Chambers Ireland has today urged swift ratification of both the Mercosur and Mexico trade agreements. Speaking after the proposals were published by the European Commission, Chief Executive Ian Talbot said: “We need to develop new markets, particularly in light of ongoing volatility in some of our largest existing ones. Today’s announcement is
Submission to Local Democracy Taskforce Sets Out Vision for Stronger Local Government Chambers Ireland has today (22 August 2025) submitted a series of recommendations to the Local Democracy Taskforce, highlighting the need to devolve greater authority to local authorities. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland, stressed the transformative impact of reform, stating: “It’s time