Chambers Ireland has welcomed today’s (02/04/14) Exchequer Returns which indicate that tax revenues are up 4.7% year on year, but cautioned that now is not the time for complacency. Speaking this afternoon, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said “An increase in tax revenue and a reduction in Government spending are figures to be welcomed.
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Chambers Ireland has today (27/03/14) said that Irish Water must meet the needs of business through equitable charges and quality of supply. The call came at the 3rd Annual Water Ireland Conference at which Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot gave a presentation on Water and Business: Impact and Opportunities. Speaking at the conference, Chambers
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Chambers Ireland has today (24/03/14) welcomed the thirteenth quarterly report of the Credit Review Office. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland Deputy Chief Executive Seán Murphy said “This report highlights a positive trend of businesses moving towards financing for working capital and investment. An increase in demand for this kind of funding is indicative of a
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The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Ireland has today (13/03/14) welcomed the publication of the ICC Framework for Responsible Marketing Communications of Alcohol (The Framework) which will help strengthen self-regulation for marketing alcohol. Speaking this morning, Ian Talbot, ICC Ireland Secretary General said, “The Framework takes basic principles such as honesty, safety and social responsibility
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Chambers Ireland today (04/03/14) announced that nominations for the 2014 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Awards are open. Now in their eleventh year, the Awards were launched by Mallen Baker, renowned UK-based speaker, writer and strategic advisor on CSR. The awards are run in association with the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government, partnered by
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Chambers Ireland has today (17/02/14) welcomed the announcement that Government Ministers will continue to travel abroad this St. Patrick’s Day to represent and sell Ireland in overseas markets. Speaking this afternoon, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive, Ian Talbot said, “St. Patrick’s Day is the one day of the year when Ireland is thrown into the global
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Chambers Ireland has today (14/02/14) called on the Government to follow suit with the UK Government and offer rates relief to those businesses affected by flood and storm damage. Speaking this morning, Seán Murphy, Chambers Ireland Deputy Chief Executive, said “Significant numbers of businesses around the country have suffered severe damage due to the recent
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The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Ireland has today (13/02/14) welcomed the results of the Ifo World Economic Survey, which indicates that the six month outlook global economic situation remains bright. Speaking this morning, Ian Talbot, ICC Ireland Secretary General said, “Using a range of indicators, the Ifo has concluded that the world economy will
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Chambers Ireland has today (06/02/14) welcomed the announcement that Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) are to be up and running from April but stressed that they must work to fill current gaps in service delivery in order to provide enhanced support for business. Speaking this afternoon, Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive, said “The Taoiseach has
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Chambers Ireland has today (05/02/14) said that while the numbers on the Live Register continue to drop, they need to fall at a quicker pace. Speaking this morning, Seán Murphy, Chambers Ireland Deputy Chief Executive, said “The number of people on the Live Register continues to drop every month and now stands at the
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Chambers Ireland has today (04/02/14) said that aid must be urgently given to areas affected by flooding and a plan put in place to avoid the same problems in the future. Speaking this morning, Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive, said “It is vital that aid reaches businesses and local communities affected by these floods
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Chambers Ireland has today (29/01/14) welcomed the announcement by Minister Rabbitte that he is to establish an expert panel to oversee the preparation of reports on underground route options for Grid Link and Grid West projects. Speaking this morning, Seán Murphy, Chambers Ireland Deputy Chief Executive, said “These projects are of vital importance for Ireland
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