Capital Spending Commitments Important for Economic Growth Chambers Ireland today (12 July 2017) welcomed the announcement by Minister Donohoe in the Summer Economic Statement of increased capital expenditure to meet the needs of a growing economy and society. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland commenting on the statement said, “The financial figures announced by
ICC launches Open Markets Index ICC Ireland today (7 July 2017) noted that Ireland is currently ranked 5th in the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Open Markets Index highlighting the importance of international trade for the Irish economy. Commenting on the ICC Open Markets Index, Ian Talbot ICC Ireland Secretary General said, “Ireland ranks 5th globally, an
Chambers Ireland today (6 July 2017) welcomes the news of an agreement between the EU and Japan for a new trade accord, negotiations for which first began in 2013. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said, “2017 marks 60 years of diplomatic relations between Ireland and Japan. The conclusion of these trade
Chambers Ireland today (26 June 2017) welcomed the launch of Ireland’s National Plan on Corporate Social Responsibility 2017 – 2020 “Towards Responsible Business” by Minister for Enterprise and Innovation, Frances Fitzgerald. Speaking this morning, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland Ian Talbot says, “We cannot underestimate the value of Government showing leadership in corporate social responsibility
In advance of today’s (22 June 2017) EU Council Meeting, Chambers Ireland welcomes the progress made in the first round of Brexit negotiations. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive, Ian Talbot, said that the efficient agreement of timelines and priorities for the negotiations was encouraging. “What business needs to see now is substantial progress
Chambers Ireland would today like to welcome the election of Leo Varadkar TD as Taoiseach. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland said, “I would like to congratulate, Leo Varadkar TD on his election to the office of An Taoiseach and wish him every success in his new role as leader of the country. As
Caution urged against abandoning audit procedures Chambers Ireland today (7 June 2017) welcomed the commencement of the Companies (Accounting) Act 2017 with effect from Friday 9 June 2017. This welcome transposition of the EU Accounting Directive will bring about considerable benefits through the re- classification of small and micro businesses. Commenting on the announcement, Ian
Chambers Ireland today (30 May 2017) welcomed the announcement by Minister for State Pat Breen of a range of supports and funding available through LEO offices to assist small and micro businesses in preparing for Brexit. Commenting on the announcement, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland said, “It is important that all businesses across
Following today’s (17 May 2017) announcement by Enda Kenny TD of his intention to step down, Chambers Ireland praised the strong leadership Enda Kenny provided throughout economically turbulent and politically challenging times. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland said, “It is important to recognise the extremely challenging position that the Irish economy faced when
Noting the announcement that the founder and CEO of Fingal Dublin Chamber is to step down, Chambers Ireland today (16 May 2017) praised the hard work and contribution of Tony Lambert. Tony served on the board of Chambers Ireland for 12 years until 2016 and was also chair of the nationwide Chamber Executive Forum for
Speaking in advance of tomorrow’s (29 April 2017) meeting of the EU Council, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot commended the work of the Irish Government so far in ensuring that Irish interests, including those of business, are front and centre when the negotiations for the UK’s exit from the EU begin. “Since the UK
Commenting on the publication today (11 April 2017) of the Draft Stability Programme Update, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland said, “The improved GDP forecast and the positive employment growth predicted are further evidence that now is the time for Government to invest in capital infrastructure projects. This investment will support future economic growth