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
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
“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’
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,
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
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
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
The EU Single Market strategy presented today by the European Commission has recognised the contributions of SMEs and entrepreneurs to the European economy. As part of the Internal Market strategy, the Commission intends to simplify VAT regulation, reduce the cost of company registration, put forward a proposal on business insolvency and make all information on
Chambers Ireland today (13/10/2015) welcomes Government’s commitment in Budget 2016 to support our entrepreneurs and businesses. Commenting on Government’s Budget announcement today, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland, said: “At long last, we have a budget that tangibly recognises that entrepreneurs and small businesses are the drivers of economic growth. This is a vitally
Chambers Ireland yesterday (8/10/2015) officially launched the “Business and Commercial Mediation Scheme” at the Hugh Lane Gallery in Dublin. The Scheme, which is operated in conjunction with the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, the Law Society, the Bar Council of Ireland and the Mediator’s Institute of Ireland, will operate on a pilot basis until July 2016,
Chambers Ireland today (5/10/2015) welcomed the OECD’s BEPS report, the outcome of a project for the reform of the international tax system to tackle tax avoidance by providing governments with clear international solutions to address the gaps and mismatches in existing global tax rules.Speaking today, Ian Talbot, CEO Chambers Ireland, welcomed the OECD’s recommendations, “Implementation
Chambers Ireland today (5/10/2015) has welcomed news from Atlanta, Georgia, that trade ministers negotiating the Trans Pacific Partnership, a trade deal between the US, Japan and 10 other Pacific Rim nations, have reached a final agreement. Speaking today, Chambers Ireland CEO Ian Talbot noted, “Today’s announcement from the US that the TPP has finally been