As 2023 draws to a close, many Organisations around the country will be preparing for their End of Year Party. While these occasions represent a great opportunity for Employers and staff to celebrate another successful year, there are some risks to bear in mind when Employees get together in a more relaxed environment. Inappropriate behaviour…
Record-breaking equity and social finance investment exceeding €11 million, representing the highest level of investment in the WDC’s history. Securing an additional €11 million in EU funding for regional development, focusing on priority areas including the Circular Economy, Creative Economy, niche tourism, and SME innovation and digitization. The national success of ConnectedHubs.ie, with 336 hubs…
Takumi Precision Engineering, a global leader in precision manufacturing and engineering solutions, proudly announces the acquisition of Limerick Lasers, a renowned provider of advanced laser technology. This strategic move marks a significant milestone for Takumi as it continues to strengthen its position in the high-tech manufacturing industry. Dating from the company’s establishment in April 1996,…
Clarecare’s Board of Directors & Management are pleased to announce the development of a “Community Care Centre” at its Shannon site. This project is being undertaken by Clarecare in conjunction with key funders. The site is located at Tullyvarraga, adjacent to the local Garda Station. Proposed development plans for the site will include a state-of-the-art…
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD, is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill two vacancies on the board of An tSeirbhís Oideachais Leanúnaigh agus Scileanna (SOLAS). SOLAS was established in 2013 and is the further education and training authority. It is responsible for the strategic co-ordination…
Michael McGrath TD, Minister for Finance pictured at Shannon Chamber President’s lunch in Dromoland Castle Hotel with (l-r): Kevin Thompstone, director, Shannon Chamber; Senator Timmy Dooley; Eoin Gavin, president, Shannon Chamber; Barry O’Sullivan, chair, Shannon Estuary Economic Task Force; Helen Downes, CEO, Shannon Chamber; and Cathal Crowe TD. Photo by Eamon Ward. The collaboration…
Welcome to Adare Human Resource Management’s December 2023 edition of their monthly HR and Employment Law Newsletter. Please click the following link which will take you through to the newsletter: https://adarehrm.ie/newsletter/dec-2023
Eoin Gavin, president, Shannon Chamber (centre) is pictured at Shannon Chamber’s office with (from left): Senator Timmy Dooley; Siobhan Dolan Clancy, Shannon Estuary Economic Task Force (SEETF); Kevin Thompstone, director, Shannon Chamber; Alan Mulrooney, CEO, WDC; Michael McNamara TD; Ian Barrett, director, Shannon Chamber; Barry O’Sullivan, chair, SEETF; Ger O’Halloran, PA to Joe Carey TD;…
Commencement It was recently announced that Domestic Violence Leave would come into effect and just yesterday, on Monday November 27th, this provision of the Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 commenced. Employers must ensure that a policy detailing the provisions of the Act has been communicated and rolled out to all Employees and…
Employers and HR professionals throughout Ireland are preparing for the yearly routine of performance reviews as the end of 2023 fast approaches. These evaluations can be time-consuming, but a well-defined performance management strategy will support a streamlined and effective process, resulting in a more accurate and meaningful appraisal of Employee performance. It is advisable that…
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