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
Chambers Ireland has today (12/02/16) published a guide highlighting initiatives to support local economic development. The guide contains best practice examples from twenty two Chambers of Commerce, Local Authorities and Local Enterprise Offices. Speaking at the launch today, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland, said: “Chambers of Commerce and Local Authorities have always played
Chambers Ireland today (01/02/16) launched A Vision for 2021 – A Manifesto for Ireland’s Future from the Irish Chamber Network. Vision 2021 sets out long term strategic goals for investment and economic development to make Ireland a more attractive place to live and work by 2021. Speaking at the launch of the Manifesto, Ian Talbot,
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,