Minister Harris co-hosts event for new generation of female leadership in science, research and innovation

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris TD has today (Wednesday) co-hosted an event aimed at advancing and connecting women in science, technology, engineering and mathematical disciplines. The event, an industry event with Women in Technology & Science (WITS), brings industry and academic experts together to discuss how to support…

Clare public urged to conserve water during busy staycation season to avoid water shortages

Monday, 28 June 2021 – As the Irish staycation season is set to enter its busiest period over July and August, Irish Water in partnership with Clare County Council is urging the public to conserve water to ensure a consistent supply for all during this busy time. Irish Water is predicting an increase in domestic and…

The role and value of funding and research expertise in commercialising innovation outlined at Shannon Chamber webinar

Every product we touch in our everyday lives owes its genesis to an innovative idea conceived by an individual or team but what was that product’s route to commercialisation? This process of bringing an innovative product, process or idea to market was outlined in a recent webinar hosted by Shannon Chamber and organised in conjunction…

Optimistic Outlook presented by Professor Luke O’Neil at Shannon Chamber webinar

Renowned for his forthright commentary on COVID-19, Professor Luke O’Neill’s message to employers during a recent one-hour webinar to Shannon Chamber member companies was to maintain good ventilation in their premises, follow the guidelines, observe spacing and ensure that staff adhere to frequent hand washing. Advising companies to invest in ventilation devices, such as CO2…

Is Remote Working Changing to a Hybrid Model?

Shannon Chamber HR is a dedicated HR and Employment Law Support Service for members of Shannon Chamber provided in partnership with Adare Human Resource Management, experts in Employment Law, Industrial Relations, Human Resources and Health & Safety at preferential rates. As Organisations across the country consider plans for a return to the workplace, many are weighing…

New legislation introducing sick pay and sick leave for employees

Shannon Chamber HR is a dedicated HR and Employment Law Support Service for members of Shannon Chamber provided in partnership with Adare Human Resource Management, experts in Employment Law, Industrial Relations, Human Resources and Health & Safety at preferential rates. Last week, it was announced that the Government will be introducing sick pay and sick leave…

Ryanair services resume at Shannon Airport

Journey through the airport will be as contactless as possible   Tuesday 15th June 2021: Eight Ryanair services have resumed at Shannon Airport. Services to Barcelona-Reus, Stansted, Gatwick, Kaunas, Krakow, Wroclaw, Warsaw-Modlin have been taking off and arriving at Shannon, with a Manchester service to commence this Friday.  Airport staff are delighted to welcome back…

Advanced manufacturing trends in Ireland and Canada and business opportunities up for discussion at Shannon Chamber webinar

With international travel currently curtailed, Shannon Chamber is not losing sight of the necessity of fostering international business connectivity and has linked up with the Embassy of Canada to host a one-hour webinar to assess the potential of intra-country opportunities. The webinar and panel discussion, which will take place on Thursday, 24 June from 3-4,…

Ministers Harris and Collins announce 10,000 free courses for unemployed, self-employed or returners to work

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD and Minister of State for Skills and Further Education Niall Collins TD have today (Monday) launched 10,158 places on 294 courses under Springboard+ 2021. In addition 1,101 places on 1 and 2 year ICT graduate conversion courses are also on offer under…