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Irish Dairy Industry Highlights Economic Significance and Commitment to Sustainable Growth
Dairy Industry Ireland (DII), the Ibec association representing the sector, has unveiled a new comprehensive report that highlights the substantial economic contribution, global market potential, and commitment to sustainable practices of the dairy industry.
Attracting private mobile capital critical if national infrastructure priorities are to be met – Ibec
Ibec, the group representing Irish business, today published a report, "Dig a Little Deeper," which details the scale of private sector investment already made and the significant capital that will be required across some of Ireland’s key infrastructure priorities.
Wage Subsidy Scheme to be expanded
The Department of Social Protection Wage Subsidy Scheme aims to encourage private sector employers to offer substantial and sustainable employment to people with a disability. It does this by offering employers a subsidy.
FSI Turning savers into investors
The report, conducted by Amárach Research, includes interesting findings on the demographic makeup of investors and non-investors in Ireland.
Engineering Industry Ireland Manifesto
Engineering Industries Ireland (EII), the Ibec group representing the engineering sector, has launched its Manifesto to guide engagement with policymakers ahead of the general election.
Enactment of new law to strengthen whistleblower protection
The Protected Disclosures Amendment Act 2022 has been signed into law. It strengthens the protections afforded by the 2014 Act and extends whistleblowing laws to private sector employers, job applicants and volunteers. Existing whistleblowing policies will also need to be amended.
Property Industry Ireland Statement on the Residential Tenancies Bill
Property Industry Ireland (PII), the Ibec trade association representing the sector, has welcomed the Cabinet’s approval of the Residential Tenancies Bill.
Childhood Services Ireland appoints Regina Bushell, Managing Director of Groveland’s Childcare, as Chair
Childhood Services Ireland, the Ibec group representing the childcare sector, is pleased to announce the appointment of Regina Bushell, Managing Director of Groveland’s Childcare, as its new Chair.
Ibec to host Irelands first-ever Manufacturing Day
Ibec is proud to announce that it will host Ireland’s first-ever Manufacturing Day on Friday, 3 October 2025, marking a major new initiative to celebrate and showcase the country’s world-class manufacturing sector.
Skills and investment in modern methods of construction critical to addressing housing issues
Ibec, the group that represents Irish business, is calling for a significant increase in investment in construction related training programmes. Ibec believes that a stronger focus on modern methods of construction (MMC) would also enhance the supply of affordable housing in Ireland and ensure the sector is prepared for future changes.