Chambers Ireland, Ireland’s largest business network, today (28 July 2016) launched its Budget 2017 Submission outlining the need for Government to refocus on strategic investment in the infrastructure of the economy to secure Ireland’s economic future. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland speaking at the launch, said: “The context for consideration of the economic outlook
Commenting on the publication of the National Competitiveness Council’s Competitiveness Scorecard (21 July 2016), Mark O’Mahoney, Director of Policy and Communications, Chambers Ireland said, “The findings in this report highlight the need for Ireland to tackle emerging price pressures before they escalate and undermine our competitiveness. Increasing cost pressures are in many ways a consequence
Commenting today (19 July 2016) following the publication of the Low Pay Commission Report, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “The recommendation to increase the National Minimum Wage by 10c to €9.25, particularly following a 6% increase already this year, does not reflect the realities of the trading conditions facing Irish businesses post-Brexit. Locking
Press Statement 19 July 2016 Active Land Management and Streamlined Planning Process Key to Success of Housing Strategy Welcoming the publication of the Action Plan for Housing and Homelessness today (19 July 2016) Mark O’Mahoney, Director of Policy and Communications, Chambers Ireland said: “There are a number of innovative measures in the Rebuilding Ireland Action
Commenting on the release of the preliminary Census 2016 population figures, Mark O’Mahoney, Director of Policy and Communications, Chambers Ireland said, “The Census 2016 preliminary results show an increase of 3.7% in our population which confirms what previous projections had highlighted: that there will be increased pressure on state resources over the coming years to
CSR Awards 2016 Shortlist Announced Today Chambers Ireland today (13th July 2016) announced the shortlist for the 2016 Corporate Social Responsibility Awards. The Awards, now in their thirteenth year, celebrate the positive work done by the business community for the benefit of their employees, the local community and the environment. The Awards are partnered with Business
The National Competitiveness Council’s study on the affordability of Irish housing today (8 July 2016) shows the extent to which high rents and house prices are impacting Ireland’s economic competitiveness. Commenting on the NCC Report, Mark O’Mahoney, Director of Policy and Communications, Chambers Ireland said: “It is worrying to see that the lack of affordable accommodation now
Chambers Ireland and the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry today (4 July 2016) announced a strengthening of cooperation between the two organisations, which represent the all-island business community. The launch of the formal affiliation between the two Chambers took place at a side event following the North South Ministerial Council at Dublin Castle
Chambers Ireland is today (27 June 2016) participating as one of the key National stakeholders in the National Economic Dialogue taking place at Dublin Castle. Speaking from Dublin Castle, Ian Talbot Chief Executive Chambers Ireland said, “In the aftermath of the UK’s Brexit referendum and decision to leave the European Union we are entering a
UK will continue to be a key partner, but Ireland’s future remains with the EU Speaking this morning (24 June 2016) after yesterday’s vote on UK membership of the European Union, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said “Although we await an official announcement, the outcome of yesterday’s vote indicates that the UK, our closest
‘Rainy Day Fund’ Positive Step in Prudential Economic Management Speaking today (21 June 2016) following the Government’s announcement of the Summer Economic Statement, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive, Ian Talbot welcomed the increased commitment to capital expenditure but cautioned that further investment increases are likely to be necessary in the coming years. “Increased Government spending should
The European Commission Country Specific Recommendations released today (18 May 2016) highlight a worrying risk of critical under investment in Ireland’s economy. Speaking today on the recommendations, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive Chambers Ireland said, “Ireland has a growing population and an expanding economy, and needs significant capital investment to support this growth. The recommendations highlight