The news of China’s economic growth levels being at their lowest in 25 years for 2015 should come as a warning to all parties ahead of the General Election. The slowdown in the Chinese economy presents European countries and other developed economies with much uncertainty for the years ahead. Commenting on the latest economic indicators,
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Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Brendan Howlin today (19/01/16) announced the creation of an Interdepartmental Group to examine retirement age issues. Demographic trends indicate that the number of people aged 65 and older in Ireland will increase dramatically in the coming decades. Commenting on the announcement of the Interdepartmental Group, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive
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The Government today (18/01/16) launched the 5th Annual Action Plan for Jobs showing strong commitment to supporting SMEs and with the aim of creating 50,000 jobs in 2016. Commenting on the launch, Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive said, “The Action Plan for Jobs contains genuinely ambitious goals. The disruptive reforms that have been targeted for
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PLAN TO ATTRACT NEW BUSINESSES TO WEXFORD Well-known Wexford businessman Karl Fitzpatrick was elected as the President of Wexford Chamber at its 2015 Annual General Meeting. Mr Fitzpatrick (38), Managing Director of Chevron Training & Recruitment on Anne Street, is one of the youngest Presidents in the Chamber’s 180 year history. Welcoming Karl as President,
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TDs from across the political spectrum today (15 December 2015) addressed Executives from Chambers of Commerce across Ireland during an election manifesto panel discussion held by Chambers Ireland. Speaking on broad topics, the TDs discussed party priorities on key issues of relevance to the business community in advance of General Election 2016. Ian Talbot, Chief
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The Exchequer Returns released today (02/12/15) are extremely positive for the Irish economic recovery. The Exchequer surplus of €343 million at end-November 2015 is well ahead of Government estimates. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive Chambers Ireland, commenting on the figures said, “The Exchequer Statement for November is very positive news and demonstrates exceptional economic performance. It
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EUROCHAMBRES, the European Chamber of Commerce, 23rd annual Economic Survey (EES2016) has shown that 2016 growth perspectives are improving, however stagnating domestic demand, uncertain external economic conditions and rising labour costs are cited as the main challenges for the year ahead. Irish Chambers of Commerce were among 56,000 businesses and Chambers of Commerce from 26
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“Dublin Mediation Day” was hosted by Chambers Ireland this morning (20/11/2015) in the Law Society, Blackhall Place. Focusing on the theme, Commercial Mediation in Ireland- Current Developments and Future Challenges, this seminar will discuss how mediation is changing the way companies resolve commercial disputes. Speaking at the conference, Director of Policy and Communications Mark O’
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Carlow County Council was last night (12/11/15) named Local Authority of the Year at the Chambers Ireland Annual Excellence in Local Government Awards, held in association with the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government. The 12th annual awards ceremony recognises and celebrates the best of Local Government. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said,
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The latest version of the SME Credit Demand Survey, April-September 2015 shows a positive trading performance, with 47% of SMEs reporting increased turnover. The RedC survey, commissioned by the Department of Finance, also shows an increase in bank approval rates to 85%. Commenting on the results of the survey, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland
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The University of Limerick has today (3/11/15) published its findings and recommendations on Zero Hours Contracts in an independent report commissioned by Government. The research team found that there is no extensive use of Zero Hour contracts in Ireland, but goes on to make a number of recommendations in relation to the appropriate use of
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Chambers Ireland today (29/10/2015) welcomed the announcement that Minister Alan Kelly has approved the Water Services Strategic Plan (WSSP), which sets out a comprehensive strategy for the future delivery of water services in Ireland. Discussing the announcement today, Chambers Ireland CEO Ian Talbot, said:”The stable supply of quality water is a key requirement for Ireland’s
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