Chambers Ireland today (08/07/15) welcomes the positive result coming from Strasbourg where the European Parliament showed strong support for the TTIP negotiations, with a significant majority voting in favour of adopting the International Trade Committee recommendations on the trade deal. Speaking today, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “There are enormous opportunities for Irish
Chambers Ireland has today (03/06/15) welcomed the positive Exchequer Returns for May and called on Government to look at cutting taxes to improve net pay for all workers and to reduce pressure on employers that cannot afford pay increases. Speaking today, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “The Exchequer Returns so far this year
Chambers Ireland has today (29/05/15) welcomed the decision by An Bord Pleanála to grant the Port of Cork’s planning application for the redevelopment of existing Port facilities at Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork as an important step for enhancing national infrastructure. Speaking this morning, Mark O’Mahoney, Director of Policy and Communications, Chambers Ireland said “The redevelopment of
Following the conclusion of public sector pay talks today (29/05/15) Chambers Ireland has reiterated that meaningful productivity and reform initiatives must be delivered as part of the Lansdowne Road Agreement. Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said “Following what appears to be significant concessions to the public sector unions, particularly in the blocking of outsourcing,
As pay talks recommence this morning (29/05/15) Chambers Ireland has called for any agreement to include quantifiable, meaningful productivity improvements. Speaking this morning, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said “Any changes to public sector pay over the next two years will inevitably be financed by additional Government borrowing leaving a further future legacy for
Chambers Ireland has tonight (26/05/15) welcomed the package of measures outlined by Minister Donohoe to secure connectivity to Ireland’s key transport hubs in the event of a sale of Aer Lingus to IAG. Speaking this evening, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “The Government has taken on board the concerns of Chambers around the
Chambers Ireland has today (21/05/15) welcomed the latest results of the Quarterly National Household Survey which put the current rate of unemployment at 9.9%. Speaking today, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “For the first time since 2008, the rate of unemployment has fallen below 10%. This is a remarkable achievement involving huge commitment
Chambers Ireland has today (19/05/15) welcomed the European Commission’s adoption of a Better Regulation Agenda.Speaking today, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “Ensuring that EU legislation is well designed, evidence based and fit for purpose will ensure that policy measures can be achieved without imposing disproportionate costs and burdens on businesses. Effective implementation and
Chambers Ireland has today (14/05/15) welcomed the launch of the SURE tax refund scheme for entrepreneurs. Speaking today, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “The Seed Capital Scheme was in desperate need of an overhaul and the revamped SURE scheme has great potential to encourage new start up businesses and ultimately create jobs. Entrepreneurs
Chambers Ireland has today (12/05/15) welcomed the results of the Ifo World Economic Survey, which forecasts accelerated growth in both Europe and the USA during 2015. Speaking today, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “The results of this survey provide further evidence that the economic situation globally is improving. Ireland needs to take advantage of
Chambers Ireland has today (10/05/15) welcomed the initiative by the Labour Relations Commission to invite bus companies and trade unions to return to talks aimed at reaching a resolution in their ongoing industrial dispute. Speaking today, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “We urge all parties to engage fully with the LRC process and
Chambers Ireland has today (05/05/15) welcomed April’s Exchequer Returns but urged the need for caution. Speaking today, Mark O’Mahoney, Director of Policy and Communications, Chambers Ireland said, “While overall tax take for the year thus far is ahead of expectations, the month of April was behind profile. This demonstrates the ongoing fragility of our economic