Month: February 2022

Disruption has become a constant condition of doing business. The organisations that are more likely to thrive are those which not only adapt to continuous change but become the drivers of change – and nowhere is this more relevant than an organisation’s supply chain. In Ireland, we’re seeing a growing focus amongst our substantial MNC […]

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Major Initiatives to Support Remote Working

The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has announced a number of major new initiatives that will support Remote Working across the country. For the first time, workers will now be able to book office or desk space in their local hub through a new mobile app called Connected Hubs. Minister Humphreys […]

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Free Public Wi-Fi Rolled Out Across Galway City

Residents and visitors to Galway City can now look out for a range of new, free Wi-Fi hotspots that have been rolled out in various public spaces across the city. Galway City Council received the maximum allowance of funding of €60,000 under the WiFi4EU initiative, with a further €60,000 in matched funding from the Department […]

Business News

€180m Plans to Boost Regional Development Launched

The Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Leo Varadkar, with Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail Damien English and Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation Robert Troy, have launched €180 million plans to boost regional development. The government has committed to 9 enterprise plans, covering every

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The West of Limerick is Awake to Fairtrade

Limerick City and County Council and Fairtrade Limerick is delighted to announce that Adare Tidy Towns and Newcastle West Tidy Towns are embarking on a Fairtrade journey to become Fairtrade towns. For the next two weeks hundreds of individuals, companies and groups across Ireland come together as part of Fairtrade Fortnight to share the stories […]

Business News

Latest Figures Show Record Level of Employment

Labour Force Survey (LFS) data published by the Central Statistics Office show a record level of employment and continued recovery from the pandemic in Ireland’s labour market, with 224,800 jobs created in the year to Q4 2021. There was an increase in employment of 17,500 in the fourth quarter. Employment now stands at 2.48 million, […]

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€15m Fund to Support Outdoor Adventure Activities

Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has launched a major €15 million fund that will support dozens of outdoor adventure activities across the country. The 2022 Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) will see the development of natural amenities such as our mountains, lakes, beaches, bogs, walkways, greenways and blueways. The

Council Partners News Transport

ICE Award Nomination for Hole in the Wall Road Extension

Today marks the announcement of nomination for the prestigious Irish Construction Excellence (ICE) Award. Fingal County Council has been nominated in the category of Civil Engineering: Transport, Energy, Waste & Utilities for it’s Hole in the Wall Road/Mayne Road Junction Upgrade project which was officially opened in December 2021. The €12m project was co-funded under

Council Partners Culture News

The Way Ahead – Spring Series 2022

The Way Ahead Spring Series 2022 is a series supporting festival and event organisers across Tipperary. Festivals and events enable communities to feel connected and proud about where they live, work and play. In Tipperary, they illuminate a rich tapestry of places, cultures, beliefs, traditions, arts and talents. Festivals and events are also important to […]

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Irish Brands that are Killing it on Social Media

It’s no secret that social media marketing is now an integral part of digital marketing. It can be a great way to promote a small business just starting off, as it is inexpensive, easy to use, and can reach a large number of potential consumers. With so many businesses now using social media, however, it […]

Health News

New Autism Information Line Launched

Minister of State for Disabilities, Anne Rabbitte, has welcomed the launch of a telephone information line for people with autism. This initiative is being operated by AsIAm and is part-funded by the HSE. With HSE support, AsIAm propose to operate the Information Line for 4 hours per day, 5 days per week. The aim of […]

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Cork County Council Approves Funding for 105 Artists and Arts Organisations for 2022

Cork County Council has announced the allocation of over €140,000 in funding through its 2022 Arts Grants Scheme for artists and arts organisations. Following a second difficult year for the county’s arts sector, the funding provided to 105 artists and arts organisations in this year’s scheme will help to further revitalise the county’s arts sector. […]

Business Financial News

€1m Enterprise Ireland Competitive Start Fund Opens

Early-stage entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial teams have been invited to apply for Enterprise Ireland’s €1m Competitive Start Fund (CSF) which is now open for applications. The competition is open to early-stage companies from all sectors with an eligible innovative product or service set for global markets. The fund will award up to €50,000 in equity funding […]

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Green Mango Secure Best Shopfront Recognition

An award winning Thai food takeaway in Lucan, County Dublin has received a different type of award, this time in recognition of the work undertaken to transform the shopfront design of its business premises. Green Mango of Chapel Hill, Lucan received €1,000 from South Dublin County Council under the Council’s annual best Shopfront Improvement Grant […]

Environment News

Public Sector Saved €1.8b Through Avoided Energy Use Since 2009

The public sector have saved €1.8 billion and 6 million tonnes of CO2 emissions through avoided energy use between 2009 and 2020. The 2020 Annual Report on Public Sector Energy Efficiency Performance shows that the public sector is 34% more energy efficient and exceeded its 33% energy efficiency target. This is the fourth consecutive year […]

Culture History News

Public Support Sees Ireland’s Cahir Castle Win Title of Europe’s Favourite Filming Location

Cahir Castle, which has stood proudly for more than 700 years on its rocky island over the River Suir and is managed by the Office of Public Works (OPW), has won the European Film Commissions Network (EUFCN) Location Award 2021. Nominated by Screen Ireland as the location for The Green Knight, Cahir Castle won by […]

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Limerick’s First Pride Rainbow Crossing Installed Outside County Council Offices

A Pride Rainbow crossing has been installed on a pedestrian crossing next to Limerick City and County Council’s offices at Merchant’s Quay. The new crossing, located on Bridge Street, is designed to proudly express how inclusive Limerick is as a place to live, work and call home. It is the first time the Pride Rainbow […]

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Stats Perform Limerick Will Reach Over 300 Employees by Year-End