Chambers Ireland

Chambers Ireland have today launched their General Election Manifesto, which calls for bold achievable reforms to address critical issues facing Ireland’s future competitiveness and quality of life. Speaking at the launch, Chambers Ireland’s Chief Executive, Ian Talbot, emphasised the importance of recognising and building on Ireland’s global success story by stating "the Manifesto serves as a roadmap for creating a thriving, sustainable economy that benefits all citizens and we are calling on all parties to heed the concerns of the business community and guard against complacency.” Read more here ➡ https://bit.ly/4foVODU

Voters across the country are taking to the polls today to elect 174 TDs across 43 constituencies, which will result in the formation of a new Government. Ireland's general election is a cornerstone of our democracy, an opportunity to shape the direction of our communities and our country. By casting a vote, we can all play a vital role in deciding the future we will share. We would encourage employers to support their employees in finding time to vote today. Polling stations are open now until 10pm tonight. Be sure to bring ID and make sure your voice is heard! 🗣️ You can find Chambers Ireland's election priorities here ➡ https://bit.ly/4eF4MfN #ElectionDay #GE2024 #IrelandVotes

For Black Friday and Christmas 2024, we’re encouraging everyone to choose consciously in store & online across the coming weeks. As with recent years, let’s turn Black Friday GREEN and #ChampionGreen. I think we can all agree it has been another challenging year across the retail, food & hospitality, and services sector. It has been particularly disheartening to see even more small businesses and friends in our towns and cities close their doors due to the tough trading climate. This week marks the biggest online shopping week of the year, with peak weeks in bricks & mortar to follow. This week will also be payday week for many, and Consumer Mindset will be in the space of ticking items off their Christmas shopping list. We are all so passionate about our favourite Irish brands and local businesses who are the beating heart of our Communities across the country. Let’s get behind them as much as possible in the coming weeks, whether it be through purchasing gifts, sharing recommendations or simply posting positive reviews on social media. Our choices now will have a lasting impact into the New Year and beyond for Irish businesses and local business owners. Let’s turn Black Friday Green #ShopLocal #SupportLocal Small Firms Association Retail Excellence Ireland Chambers Ireland Kilkenny Design HANNAH SAUNDERS PR LIMITED

In the countdown to the General Election, Chambers Ireland have produced a Manifesto promoting our network's key priorities for the incoming Government. The Manifesto is built on two key pillars. The second pillar focuses on securing future success and the areas that will need significant attention if we are to spark growth and propel Ireland’s economic prospects. Key priorities include: 🏘️ Developing and, crucially, delivering key national infrastructure including housing, grid, water, transport, ports and aviation infrastructure. 💶 Reducing the operational costs for businesses through taxation and regulatory reform. ♻️ Ensuring a sustainable and resilient future by taking climate action, focusing on energy security, investing in skills development, defending our critical national infrastructure and promoting business innovation. ⚖️ Focusing on balanced regional development to create thriving local economies. 📈 Enhancing trade links and global market access through greater collaboration with strategic international partners. Read more here ➡ https://bit.ly/4eF4MfN

Brazil Showcase 2024! The Brazil-Ireland Chamber of Commerce and partners are bringing to you the upcoming "Brazil Showcase" in Ireland. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of Brazil at one of the most anticipated business and cultural events of the year! 📅 Date: November 30th ⏲️ Time: 10 AM to 6 PM 🏢 Venue: CHQ Dublin (Custom House Quay, North Wall, Dublin 1, D01 KF84, Ireland) • Discover Unique Brazilian Products • Explore Incredible Attractions • Experience Authentic Brazilian Flavours • Build a Network of Business Contacts To find out more visit https://lnkd.in/d5zNbeEi

Donegal County Council was named Local Authority of the Year at last night's Excellence in Local Government Awards 🎉 Congratulations to all involved for your passion and dedication to your local communities in Donegal over the last year! 👏 The Awards are held annually in association with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and sponsored by Ørsted. There were sixteen awards presented on the night, including the overall award for Local Authority of the Year. Each award celebrates and recognises the skills, hard work, innovation and enthusiasm within local government right across the country. The full list of winners included: 🏆 Age Friendly Initiative Kildare County Council – Ballymore Eustace as an Age Friendly Climate Friendly Village 🏆 Climate Change - sponsored by EirGrid Group Fingal County Council – Wildfire Management Howth Head 🏆 Communications Comhairle Cathrach na Gaillimhe / Galway City Council – Galway City Your Council Podcast 🏆 Diversity & Inclusion Limerick City and County Council – Limerick Migrant Integration Forum 🏆 Urban Revival - sponsored by Office of the Planning Regulator Waterford City & County Council – Reviving urban living by reducing property vacancy & dereliction in Waterford 🏆 Festival of the Year - sponsored by Fáilte Ireland Limerick City and County Council – Riverfest Limerick 2024 🏆 Health and Wellbeing - sponsored by Healthy Ireland Local Government Donegal County Council – Model Beach Accessibility to improve Health and Wellbeing – A Strategic Approach 🏆 Heritage and Built Environment Dublin City Council – 14 Henrietta Street 🏆 Municipal Districts Initiative Wexford County Council – The Emigrant Park. New Ross 🏆 Local Authority Innovation - sponsored by Submit.com Limerick City and County Council – Living again: Vacancy, Dereliction and Reuse initiative 🏆 Promoting Economic Development Dublin City Council – Community Wealth Building Dublin City 🏆 Supporting Sustainable Communities - sponsored by IPB Insurance Donegal County Council – Burtonport & Arranmore – Harbour to Island Regeneration 🏆 Supporting Tourism - sponsored by Fáilte Ireland Monaghan County Council (Ireland) – Rossmore Forest Park, Monaghan 🏆 Sustainable Environment & Biodiversity - sponsored by ERP Ireland Cork City Council - Comhairle Cathrach Chorcaí – Enhance Clogheenmilcon Fen Bog to create an ecological visitor attraction 🏆 Sustaining the Arts Comhairle Cathrach na Gaillimhe / Galway City Council – Reflections – A Commemoration of the Irish Women of 1923 🏆 Local Authority of the Year - sponsored by Ørsted Donegal County Council Read more here ➡ https://bit.ly/4gif0UH

🎉Today is the day of the Excellence in Local Government Awards 2024! #ELGawards24 In just a few hours, we will be welcoming Local Authorities from across the country to celebrate their achievements and successes from the last year. In case you've missed it, you can check out the full shortlist here ➡ https://bit.ly/3CygCLr

⏳ We are now on the final countdown to this year's Excellence in Local Government Awards. This time tomorrow, we will be getting ready to welcome all of the shortlisted Local Authorities from across the country to Dublin, where the awards ceremony will take place. There is still time to check out some of the incredible projects that have been shortlisted across this year's 15 categories. You can find the full shortlist here ➡ https://lnkd.in/esW9S5Qm The Awards are held annually in conjunction with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and celebrate the innovation, enthusiasm and commitment that local authorities across the country demonstrate in support and promotion of their communities. 🏆 We'd like to say a huge thank you to our proud sponsors, Ørsted, for their continued support of the Local Government Awards. 🙌

In the countdown to the General Election, Chambers Ireland have produced a Manifesto promoting our network's key priorities for the incoming Government. The Manifesto is built on two key pillars. The first recognises that Ireland has a number of strategic strengths and competitive advantages which, if not protected and promoted, will have damaging consequences for our future prosperity and economic development. Key priorities include: 📈 Economic Success: Ensuring Ireland remains a top destination for FDI, while creating opportunities for homegrown businesses to thrive. 👨🏫 Social Success: Promoting Ireland’s key strengths to international audiences, reinforcing our position as a world-class hub for innovation, tourism and talent. Additionally, investing in our higher education system to ensure Ireland continues to offer a highly educated, skilled and adaptable workforce to meet the needs of modern industries. 🌍 Sustainable Success: Investing in renewable energy to not only meet climate goals but to become a leader in this sector and realise the potential economic opportunities. Read more here ➡ https://bit.ly/4eF4MfN

Congratulations to the 7 Local Authorities that have been shortlisted in the 'Local Authority Innovation' category of this year's Excellence in Local Government Awards. 🎉 This is a wide-ranging award which recognises innovation at any level and in any capacity within the Local Authority. This can include the introduction of new technologies, innovative methods of service delivery or projects that are unique and original in local government in Ireland. Congratulations to all of the shortlist 👏 Thanks to Submit.com for their support in sponsoring this category 🙌 Fingal County Council | Galway County Council | Laois County Council | Limerick City and County Council | Monaghan County Council (Ireland) | South Dublin County Council | Wexford County Council