SFA National Small Business Awards 2024 Finalists announcement
Finalists announced in the SFA National Small Business Awards 2024 Taoiseach says for 20 years the SFA National Small Business Awards have celebrated the talent and success of Ireland’s vibrant small business community The finalists in the SFA National Business Awards 2024 have been officially announced by Sue O’Neill, Chair of the SFA Awards Judging […]
Energy Communities Tipperary Cooperative Announce new General Manager
Energy Communities Tipperary Cooperative (ECTC) is delighted to announce the appointment of a new General Manager to oversee operations of the not for profit Social Enterprise. Máirtín Ó Méalóid has taken up the position of General Manager at a time when ECTC is undergoing significant growth. Previously all operations were overseen by a voluntary Board […]
Enhanced supports for business through Solar PV Scheme announced by Ministers Ryan and Coveney
New funding ranges from €2,700 to €162,600 to support an even wider range of businesses to switch to solar This will typically support 20-30% of the investment cost, reducing payback to as little as 5 years New Solar PV Scheme enhancements will boost business investment in renewable energy generation The Government has today (Tuesday, 4 […]
H&MV Engineering Marks Global Expansion and 700 New Jobs with Opening of New Global HQ in Limerick
H&MV Engineering officially opens new 36,000sq ft global headquarters (HQ) in Castletroy, Co. Limerick. From this new HQ, the business will deliver a global expansion, including the creation of 700 new jobs over the next five years, 50 new jobs will open in the Thurles office over the next three years. . H&MV Engineering, a leading global provider of specialist Design, […]
Carrolls Irish Gifts Launches ‘Fáilte’ Initiative to Support Small Irish Businesses
Carrolls Irish Gifts is proud to announce the launch of ‘Fáilte’, an exciting new initiative that gives small Irish businesses the unique opportunity to become a part of the team and have their products stocked in Carrolls Irish Gifts stores nationwide and online. Carrolls Irish Gifts is passionate about supporting and championing local Irish talent, […]
Expanded supports for businesses to invest in energy efficiency and renewable heating
The Support Scheme for Renewable Heat (SSRH) and the Excellence in Energy Efficient Design (EXEED) have, to date, provided support of over €50 million to 300 businesses across multiple sectors Increased supports are now available for energy efficiency, heat pump and biomass installations – to support business to improve efficiency and switch from fossil fuels […]
Ifac advises employers to keep their records in order and to budget for new statutory sick pay
This January, Ifac, Ireland’s farming, food and agribusiness specialist professional services firm, is advising employers to make sure their records are kept in order when it comes to employee sick leave and to budget for the additional payroll costs for the new statutory sick pay. New legislation comes into effect this month which aims to improve […]
Ministers confirm a further €18 million support scheme will be delivered to support hauliers through energy crisis
Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan TD and Minister of State with special responsibility for road transport and logistics, Hildegarde Naughton T.D., have today confirmed the rolling out a support scheme in early 2023 to the value of €18 million to support licensed hauliers as they grapple with the cost of living crisis. The full details […]
Speech by Minister Catherine Martin at Fáilte Ireland’s National Conference on Driving Climate Action in Tourism Businesses
Dia daoibh ar maidin, a chairde. Cuireann sé an-áthas orm an chomhdháil seo faoin Athrú Aeráide i nGnólachtaí Turasóireachta a oscailt go hoifigiúil. Thank you Paul Carty for your welcome. And my thanks also to CEO Paul Kelly for the invitation to open today’s conference. I must also commend Fáilte Ireland for its leadership […]
Labour shortages are continuing to impact the agri-food sector, says ifac
Ifac, Ireland’s farming, food and agribusiness specialist professional services firm, is reminding Tipperary employers of the criteria for employment permits. As many as two in every three business owners in the agri-food sector find it difficult to hire employees according to ifac’s 2022 Food & Agribusiness Report. Lack of available skills, low interest in roles, high salary expectations […]