Analytics That Act: How Irish Business Leaders Can Unlock ROI from People Data

Analytics That Act: How Irish Business Leaders Can Unlock ROI from People Data

Ireland’s labour market is shifting fast. Employment among 15–64-year-olds has surged to 74.7%, while unemployment increased to 4.9% in July according to the CSO’s latest data with the latter likely driven by economic pressures in certain sectors. On the other hand, the skills shortages persist across technology, financial services, healthcare, and manufacturing. For Irish employers,…

The Shannon Airport Group shortlisted for prestigious national sustainability award for biodiversity innovation

The Shannon Airport Group shortlisted for prestigious national sustainability award for biodiversity innovation

Friday 22nd August 2025: The Shannon Airport Group has been shortlisted in the ‘Environment & Biodiversity’ category of the national Chambers Ireland Sustainable Business Impact Awards, recognising its leadership in sustainability and groundbreaking work in biodiversity and conservation. The Group’s Biodiversity Enhancement and Conservation Grazing Project at Thady’s Hill is among the finalists in this category. This initiative,…

Metrics That Matter: Driving Productivity and High Performance – HR Barometer

Metrics That Matter: Driving Productivity and High Performance – HR Barometer

In today’s hyper-competitive business environment, productivity and high performance are no longer nice-to-have ambitions they are critical factors in any business. Yet, as leaders, we cannot simply declare a desire for better performance and hope it materialises. It must be measured, tracked and managed with the same rigor applied to financial performance. The challenge is…

Navigating Collective Redundancy Compliance: Key Employer Obligations

Navigating Collective Redundancy Compliance: Key Employer Obligations

With global trade agreements being renegotiated and a high number of multinationals operating in Ireland, redundancy announcements have been making more headlines of late. While the circumstances around every reorganisation will vary, it is vital that Employers comply with the relevant laws when making redundancies, particularly when the Employee thresholds for collective redundancy compliance apply….

Talent Acquisition and Retention: How Do organisations  Maximise Their Attractiveness to Key Talent?

Talent Acquisition and Retention: How Do organisations Maximise Their Attractiveness to Key Talent?

In today’s competitive labour market, attracting and retaining the right people is crucial for organisations striving for long-term success. Adare’s HR Barometer Series 9.1 found that talent retention was the most common HR priority for 2025 with 43% of organisations prioritising retaining employees. Competing businesses are therefore looking for ways to stand out in a…

Clare Association Dublin Announces 2025 Award Recipients

Clare Association Dublin Announces 2025 Award Recipients

The Clare Association Dublin is delighted to announce the recipients of its two highest honours for 2025. This year’s awards will be presented at the Annual Awards Dinner on Saturday, 6th September 2025, at the Falls Hotel, Ennistymon. Clare Person of the Year 2025 – Mary Considine Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group and a native of Lissycasey, has…

The HR Benefits of a Neurodiverse Workplace

The HR Benefits of a Neurodiverse Workplace

Neurodiversity is emerging as a critical element of diversity and inclusion efforts. Developing a neurodiverse workplace not only supports the principle of equal opportunities but it can also strengthen innovation, engagement, and Organisational performance. In addition, as Organisations continue to compete for talent in a tight labour market, those that prioritise neuroinclusion enjoy the benefit…