Chambers Ireland has today (29/04/14) called on Government to ensure that Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) are accessible, consistent and have the best possible impact by sticking to their core remit of supporting micro and small enterprises. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said “Although later than expected, the opening of the new
Chambers Ireland has today (28/04/14) welcomed the launch of Eircode, the new national postcode system. Speaking this afternoon, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said “A future proofed postcode system is something which the Chamber Network has consistently called for over a number of years and we welcome the precise and efficient nature of the
Chambers Ireland has today (28/04/14) said that Local Elections’ candidates must not commit to implementing policies that may win votes but will ultimately cost jobs, such as lowering the Local Property Tax in areas with a high commercial rates base. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland Deputy Chief Executive Seán Murphy said “The Local Property Tax
Chambers Ireland has today (24/04/14) said that if the Government is to limit the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) by setting domestic water tariffs, then it must be prepared to make up any resulting shortfall in funding. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland Deputy Chief Executive Seán Murphy said “By restraining the Commission for Energy Regulation
Chambers Ireland has welcomed today’s (17/04/14) launch of initiatives to assist SMEs in public procurement but cautioned that the proof will be in the amount of local purchasing undertaken here in Ireland. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland Deputy Chief Executive Seán Murphy said “Chambers Ireland has consistently called for the full implementation of Circular 10/10
Chambers Ireland Launches Local Election Manifesto Chambers Ireland has today (17/04/14) called on local elections candidates to support the business community by making five key commitments, which will reduce the cost of doing business and increase competitiveness. If these commitments are adhered to, there is the potential to create 100,000 jobs in the construction, retail
The Price of Everything and the Value of Nothing is Not an Acceptable Policy Position Chambers Ireland has called on the Government to make immediate changes to the public procurement process to facilitate SME involvement and benefit the economy as a whole. The call comes in advance of a meeting of stakeholders with the Office
3,500 Jobs Created Through Retrofitting With Potential for More The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Ireland has today (10/04/14) released a new policy statement, Enabling Framework to Scale up Investments in Energy Efficiency, which outlines the barriers to global energy efficiency investments and how we can combat these. Speaking this morning, Ian Talbot, ICC Ireland
€800 Million Worth of Public Contracts Leave Ireland Every Year Chambers Ireland has today (08/04/14) launched A Strategic Procurement Policy for Ireland which puts forward a number of recommendations on how to make public procurement benefit the economy as a whole rather than simply acting as a cost saving exercise. Speaking this morning, Chambers Ireland
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.
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
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