Marks and Spencer Ireland has won the Outstanding Achievement in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award at the 2014 Chambers Ireland CSR Awards, held in Dublin last night (18/09/14). The judging panel selected Marks and Spencer Ireland for the sustained excellence of their CSR programmes. The eleventh annual Awards were partnered by Business in the Community
Chambers Ireland has today (18/09/2014) welcomed the quarterly national accounts which show that the Irish Economy grew by 7.7% in GDP terms and by 9% in GNP terms year on year. Speaking this afternoon, Mark O’Mahoney, Director of Policy and Communications, Chambers Ireland said “We welcome the Government’s commitment to sustaining this recovery and
Chambers Ireland has today (12/09/2014) launched Chamber Week 2014, a week where Chambers around the country hold a range of events to showcase the vital impact they can have on your business. Speaking this morning, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “This week is a great opportunity for businesses to gain a better understanding
Chambers Ireland has today (04/09/2014) welcomed the decision to allow Local Authorities to retain 80% of the Local Property Tax (LPT) collected within their area. Speaking this afternoon, Mark O’Mahoney, Director of Policy and Communications, Chambers Ireland said, “It is vital that funds raised through the LPT are used to provide a sustainable funding base
Chambers Ireland has today (02/09/2014) welcomed the strong exchequer returns from August, but cautioned the Government that any increase in public expenditure is premature given our current monthly borrowings. Speaking this afternoon, Mark O’Mahoney, Director of Policy and Communications, Chambers Ireland said, “Strong results in the Exchequer Returns indicate an economy that is ready for
Chambers Ireland has today (19/08/2014) reminded businesses that there is just one month left until e-Day. Set for September 19th 2014, e-Day is the date from which Government Departments and offices, local authorities and State agencies will no longer issue or accept cheques in their dealings with businesses. Speaking this morning, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive,
Chambers Ireland Awards Celebrating Tenth Anniversary Chambers Ireland has today (15/08/2013) announced the shortlist for the 2013 Excellence in Local Government Awards. The Awards are held in association with the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government and sponsored by EirGrid, The Gathering Ireland 2013 and Tipperary Crystal. Announcing the shortlist, Ian Talbot, Chief
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Ireland has today (01/08/14) called on World Trade Organisation (WTO) members to continue working to reach a solution that will see the Trade Facilitation Agreement implemented as soon as possible. Under the terms of the WTO’s Bali deal – agreed to by all WTO members last December – a
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Ireland has today (29/07/14) called on World Trade Organisation trade ministers to ensure rapid implementation and ratification of the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA). The call comes following reports that a small number of WTO members have proposed postponing implementation past the July 31st deadline. In a letter sent
Chambers Ireland has today (16/07/14) announced the shortlist for the 2014 Corporate Social Responsibility Awards. Celebrating their eleventh year, the Awards continue to go from strength to strength with a record number of applications once again received this year. The Awards are partnered with Business in the Community Ireland, sponsored by BAM Contractors and run
Chambers Ireland has today (14/07/14) said that Budget 2015 provides an opportunity to ensure that economic growth and job creation is balanced across the economy and the country. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said “While some regions and sectors of the economy have seen a nascent recovery, there are many
Chambers Ireland has today (30/06/14) joined our colleagues in Eurochambres in calling on the new President of the European Commission, Jean-Claude Juncker, to focus on the EU’s economic recovery and growth. Eurochambres President, Richard Weber, commented “The Commission’s initiatives can prove the difference between success or failure for the millions of businesses that are so