Wexford Chamber will host the South East Business Finance Expo on Friday 6th May, from 10am to 6pm, in Wexford County Hall. The purpose of this free event is to introduce business owners to the full range of finance options which are now available in the Irish market Since 2008, the Irish banking sector has experienced a
Ireland’s leading business groups, which represent the vast majority of the country’s employers, today called for ongoing negotiations on the formation of the next government to deliver a clear, comprehensive agreement that will ensure the next administration is in a position to run its full term. The next government needs to have an unwavering focus
Chambers Ireland today (07/04/16) welcomed the announcement by Dublin Airport Authority to progress its plans to develop a second runway at Dublin Airport. Commenting on the announcement, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland, said, “This is a vital piece of national infrastructure that will support the continued growth of Ireland’s economy. Ireland is fundamentally a
Chambers Ireland today (11/03/15) announced that it will nominate Athlone based Fianna Fáil Councillor, Aengus O’Rourke to contest the upcoming Seanad elections on the Industrial and Commerical Panel. On the announcement, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said: “We are delighted, as one of the nominating bodies for the Industrial and Commercial Panel, to be
Awards to recognise excellence in CSR launched today Chambers Ireland today (10/3/16) announced that applications for the 2016 CSR Awards are now open. The Awards recognise the positive work done by the business community for the benefit of their employees, the local community and the environment. This unique competition offers the business community in Ireland
Chambers Ireland today (02 March 2016) warned that removing water charges would lead to underinvestment in one of our most important resources and put further pressure on the national finances through an unacceptable narrowing of the tax base. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “If we want clean and safe water for our households,
Chambers Ireland today (25 February 2016) highlighted the importance to the business community of a stable Government capable of making long term strategic policy decisions. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “Many promises have been made during this election campaign to narrow the tax base, eliminate consumption charges and to increase current expenditure. Less
The CSO announcement today (23 February 2016) that we have the highest number of people in employment since early 2009 must be tempered by the growing international uncertainty which has the potential to negatively impact open economies such as Ireland’s. This highlights the necessity of electing a Government that will continue to focus on further
Vital to Broaden our Markets to Mitigate Risks of Overdependence Chambers Ireland today (22 February 2016) welcomed the start of the 12th round of TTIP negotiations commencing in Brussels. Speaking today, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said: “International trade and investment have never been more important for the Irish and European economy. Throughout the recession,
Tomorrow, Wexford Chamber will exhibit at the Completely Retail and Leisure Marketplace Expo in Dublin Castle, with a view to attracting national retailers to locate in Wexford town. As one of the prime retail events in Ireland, it will bring together leading retail and leisure brands, to examine the opportunities which exist within the Irish
Chambers Ireland today (19 February 2016) raised concerns that promises being made during this election campaign could lead to a narrowing of the tax base which we have sought so hard to reform. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “It is concerning that parties are responding to election polls by making promises that could
Chambers Ireland today (17/02/16) called for the establishment of a National Infrastructure Commission as part of its wider “A Vision for 2021” manifesto which campaigns for greater strategic economic planning and investment in infrastructure. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland proposed the establishment of the Commission saying: “Since the economic downturn there has been a