Chambers Ireland has today (28/01/13) called on Government to introduce proactive measures to stimulate and support domestic demand, including confirming a revised date for Budget day that is well in advance of the Christmas period, given Retail Sales Index figures that show a monthly volume index decrease of 0.1%. Speaking this morning, Seán Murphy, Chambers
When the Croke Park agreement was reached in 2010, its continuance was always on the proviso that things wouldn’t get any worse. So, three years on, where do we stand? At home, unemployment has increased by 8.2% since the agreement was signed and would be even higher if it wasn’t for the emigration levels we
Chambers Ireland has today (23/01/13) said that Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) must not become a box-ticking exercise for Local Authorities but are harnessed to their full potential by including input from the local business community. Speaking this morning, Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive said “While we welcome the introduction of Local Enterprise Offices, it
Government Targets Need to Be More Ambitious Chambers Ireland has today (14/01/13) said that all available options must be on the table during this week’s Croke Park Agreement renegotiation if necessary savings and cost containments in the public sector are to be achieved. Speaking this morning, Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive, said “We need
Chambers Ireland has today (04/01/13) called on Government to take serious measures to cut public sector costs in 2013. Speaking this afternoon, Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive, said “While recognising the Government’s achievements in meeting targets, vitally important in managing our recovery, today’s Exchequer Statement cannot hide the fact that Current Expenditure actually increased
Resolute Action on Reform Still Required Chambers Ireland has today (04/01/13) said that the latest CSO Live Register figures, which show a standardised unemployment rate of 14.6% in December 2012, down 0.3% since the beginning of the year, show that Ireland is slowly but steadily on the road to recovery. Speaking this morning, Ian Talbot,
Chambers Ireland has said that today’s (14/12/12) CSO External Trade Figures which reported a seasonally adjusted increase in exports of 2% to €7,468m and a 7% decrease in imports to €4,188m in October highlight the ongoing problems in the domestic economy. Speaking this afternoon, Seán Murphy, Chambers Ireland Deputy Chief Executive said, “These figures highlight
Chambers Ireland has today (13/12/12) welcomed Limerick City Council’s proposed budget, which includes a 5% cut in business rates and two separate funds for marketing and events, and called on councils throughout Ireland to recognise how such moves can stimulate the economy, support businesses and create new jobs. It also shows the potential cost savings
In Budget 2013 the Government faced two major challenges in reducing the deficit and dealing with the unacceptable level of unemployment. Reflecting on today’s announcements, it is clear that the proposed budgetary adjustments have been made; however, a sustainable recovery will be more difficult to achieve given the lack of ambition in the measures announced.
Reacting to the abolition of the Redundancy Rebate, announced as part of Budget 2013, Chambers Ireland has called on the Government to reinstate this rebate or reduce statutory redundancy entitlement to one week for each year of service. Speaking this morning (06/12/12), Seán Murphy, Chambers Ireland Deputy Chief Executive said, “The current redundancy regime for
Chambers Ireland has today (04/12/12) called on Government to take note of the pressures on employers as it finalises its budget. Speaking this afternoon, Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive, said “While it is somewhat positive to see VAT figures performing well, the fact that targets for Corporation Tax and Income Tax from the self-employed
With less than 48 hours to go before the Fine Gael/Labour coalition delivers its second budget, Chambers Ireland has reiterated its call for Government to help businesses and job creators to succeed by focussing on employment and the domestic economy. Speaking this morning (04/12/2012), Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive said, “We are suggesting three