Chambers Ireland has launched, in conjunction with Irish Water, a series of country-wide briefings on water infrastructure development. Irish Water representatives, both national and local, will meet with Chambers across the country to outline the work they have achieved in each respective area. They will also hold a question and answer session after each briefing.
Chambers Ireland today (22 August 2017) welcomes the announcement from Taoiseach Leo Varadkar that he intends to double Ireland’s presence on the international stage within the next decade, as part of a new policy initiative, “Ireland’s Global Footprint 2025”. Speaking this afternoon, Chambers Ireland Director of Policy and Communications Sarah Freeman said, “The UK’s exit
Chambers Ireland congratulates the 58, 000 students who are receiving Leaving Certificate results today (16 August 2017). Speaking this morning, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland said, “We wish all students the best of luck as they begin on the pathway towards their future career. Leaving Certificate results day is important for many young
Chambers Ireland notes the publication today (16 August 2017) of the UK Government’s policy paper on Northern Ireland and the border issues following the UK’s exit from the EU. While sensitively drafted and with an understanding of the complex issues at stake, Chambers Ireland believes that joined up thinking is needed across the various policy
Chambers Ireland today (15 August 2017) noted the UK government’s published policy paper on customs, indicating a desire for a future customs arrangement with the EU and proposals for a temporary transitional period that would allow the UK to retain its current customs arrangement with the EU. Speaking following the publication of the paper, Chambers
Chambers Ireland today (8 August 2017) called for Budget 2018 to invest in social and economic infrastructure projects that will help address the cost of doing business and the cost of living in Ireland. Outlining the key measures from the Chambers Ireland Pre-Budget Submission, Chief Executive, Ian Talbot, said, “Budget 2018 is an opportunity for
Chambers Ireland today (3 August 2017) announced the shortlist for the Excellence in Local Government Awards 2017. This year there are a total of twenty three Local Authorities shortlisted over sixteen categories ranging from Active Communities to Local Authority Innovation. The 2017 Excellence in Local Government Awards are sponsored by Vodafone and held in conjunction
Commenting on the release of the Fiscal Monitor today (02 August 2017), Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland said, “While tax revenue is performing strongly, with income tax slightly below profile, now is not the time to be complacent. Budget 2018 is an opportunity for Government to invest any surplus revenue in economic and
Commenting on the launch of the Government’s ‘It Starts Now’ campaign, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland said, “The implementation in coming weeks of the childcare provision announced by Government in Budget 2017 will be welcomed by families across Ireland.The cost of childcare is a significant cost of living for many parents and more
Chambers Ireland Pre Budget Submission Calls for Increased Infrastructure Investment Ahead of the National Economic Dialogue commencing tomorrow, Chambers Ireland today (27 June 2017) called for Budget 2018 to address the concerns of business through committing to significant additional investment in capital projects across the country. Speaking at the launch of the Chambers Ireland Pre
CSR Awards 2017 Shortlist Announced Today Chambers Ireland today (14 July 2017) officially announced the shortlist for the 2017 Corporate Social Responsibility Awards. With fifty companies shortlisted across the fourteen categories, this year’s CSR Awards displays a diverse range of projects from all industries and sectors, from SMEs to MNCs, across every region of Ireland.
Chamber Chief Executives from across Ireland today (12 July 2017) met in Kildare to discuss the key issues of importance to Irish business. The message delivered ahead of Budget 2018 and the publication of the Summer Economic Statement was unified and clear; available fiscal space should be focused on capital investment and addressing the urgent