Chambers Ireland has today (24/06/14) called on Government to introduce measures to support business growth and job creation in town centres and villages. The call comes following a presentation to the Oireachtas Committee on Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation. Government can support the revival of town centres in a number of areas including: Reduce the
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Over 70 businesses from across Limerick attended a Limerick Chamber information evening on 18 June to gain clarity on the current rates revaluation. Speaking at the event Limerick Chamber President Cathal Treacy said “Limerick Chamber was delighted to hold this information evening, kindly sponsored by rating specialists Bagnall DoyleMacMahon, to address much of
And urges Councillors to protect local jobs by supporting local businesses Limerick Chamber has today (10/6/14) congratulated the recently elected members on securing their seat on the historic newly amalgamated City and County Authority. Maria Kelly, Limerick Chamber CEO said that “the newly amalgamated authority is a milestone in the history of Limerick.
4th June 2014: Limerick Chamber is providing a Business Group platform to help businesses grow their client base through networking, co-operation and partnership. Membership of the Limerick Chamber Wednesday Business Group offers a range of benefits, ensuring professional success as businesses increase their profile and gain exposure. Companies are guaranteed leads and consequently
9 June 2014: Helen O’Donnell, Chair of LCBA@theChamber and Director of Limerick Chamber, will represent Chambers Ireland on a National Retail Forum run by the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation. The Retail Consultation Forum has been established by the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation to provide a platform for a structured engagement
Chambers Ireland has called on all contracting Authorities to follow the letter and spirit of Circular 10/14, which seeks to increase SME involvement in public procurement. The call comes following the revelation that some Local Authorities continue to award tenders based on lowest price. Chambers Ireland Chief Executive, Ian Talbot, said “While we welcomed the
Limerick Chamber has today (19/05/14) called on all candidates in this week’s Local Elections to promote public procurement policies which support businesses in the Limerick region. Speaking this morning, Limerick Chamber Chief Executive Maria Kelly said “Public procurement is a vital source of income for many Limerick SMEs. However, we are increasingly hearing of
Limerick Chamber has today (19/05/2014) welcomed the launch by Minister Noonan of an Online Tool to assist SMEs and Entrepreneurs identify government supports available to them. Speaking at the launch, Chamber CEO Maria Kelly said “For some time Limerick Chamber has been lobbying government to introduce an online platform, which would interact with businesses
Chambers Ireland has today (14/05/14) welcomed the launch of the Government’s new construction strategy, which aims to create 60,000 new jobs by 2020. Speaking this evening, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive Ian Talbot said, “In this strategy the Government has recognised the relationship between strategic growth in the construction sector and a broader, sustainable economic
“Cash flow and Access to Equity remain key challenges for businesses” was the message from Limerick Chamber Economist Dr. Órlaith Borthwick this week as she highlighted how Limerick Chamber is engaged in the national debate on behalf of its members. “The Department of Finance have introduced and tweaked a number of schemes in recent