One Shannon Hub Design Contract Signing the first step towards realisation of Shannon Town Centre Masterplan…says Shannon Chamber

Shannon Chamber has welcomed the announcement by Clare County Council that contracts for the design of a key element of the new Shannon Town Centre Masterplan, the ‘One Shannon Hub’ have been signed. CEO Helen Downes said: “As the leading business representative organisation for the wider Shannon area, Shannon Chamber had a high level of…

Shannon Chamber sets sights on retaining All Island Chamber Golf Classic title

Shannon Chamber sets sights on retaining All Island Chamber Golf Classic title

Shannon Chamber CEO Helen Downes (left) pictured at Shannon Golf Club with the winners of the Chamber’s 2023 Golf Classic, Gavin McPhillips, Alan Brigdale, Michael Sillery, and Noel Lynch, joined by David Fitzgibbon, managing director, CREGG and Eoin Gavin, president, Shannon Chamber. Photo by Eamon Ward.   With a team from CAE Park Aviation bringing…

Leading specialist says Clare can become Autism Awareness Hub

Leading specialist says Clare can become Autism Awareness Hub

County Clare could become the autism awareness hub of Europe, a leading specialist on that subject has told a Shannon Chamber seminar. Autism spectrum condition specialist, Dr Susan Crawford, PhD said that Clare County Council and a number of businesses, schools, sports and public amenities have undertaken significant initiatives to create a better understanding of…

Probationary Periods for Employees: New Legislation and Best Practice

A probationary period is a requirement in employment contracts that allows Organisations to review new Employees’ suitability throughout the early stages of their employment. It is a trial period during which both parties can assess the working relationship and allows the Employer to determine whether the Employee is a good fit for the role and…

Life-Size statue of Brendan O’Regan unveiled in Sixmilebridge, Co Clare to preserve the legacy of one of Ireland’s greatest visionaries, innovators, and motivators

Life-Size statue of Brendan O’Regan unveiled in Sixmilebridge, Co Clare to preserve the legacy of one of Ireland’s greatest visionaries, innovators, and motivators

  The genesis of the $90billion worldwide duty-free industry lies in the vision of Brendan O’Regan   The legacy of one of Ireland’s leading visionaries, innovators and motivators, Brendan O’Regan, was honoured in his native village, Sixmilebridge, Co. Clare today (Monday, 10 July 2023) with the unveiling of a life-size statue commissioned by Sixmilebridge Historical…

New early morning and late night Expressway services added to Shannon Airport

4 July 2023. Expressway, Bus Éireann’s premium coach service, is delighted to announce the addition of four daily trips to its Route 51 service between Galway and Shannon Airport from Friday, 7 July 2023. The additional services will run daily, including public holidays, for nine weeks.    The two additional southbound services, from Galway to Shannon…

Visionary Shannon Estuary Economic Taskforce report points to powerhouse for Ireland’s future economic development – Taoiseach Leo Varakdar

Visionary Shannon Estuary Economic Taskforce report points to powerhouse for Ireland’s future economic development – Taoiseach Leo Varakdar

Taskforce report reveals opportunity for ‘Atlantic Green Digital Corridor’, anchored from estuary but running from Donegal to Cork and becoming global green digital hub Up to 50,000 ‘green jobs’ alone to be created over next 30 years as estuary can rebalance national economy  National Floating Offshore Wind Development Agency recommend as one-stop shop to realise…

Shannon Chamber and Sixmilebridge Historical Society collaborate to honour the legacy of Brendan O’Regan

Shannon Chamber and Sixmilebridge Historical Society collaborate to honour the legacy of Brendan O’Regan

  Extraordinary people deserve their memory and achievements immortalised and that’s what prompted Shannon Chamber and Sixmilebridge Historical Society to join forces to remember Sixmilebridge native Brendan O’Regan in a special way. To honour his legacy to the region and Ireland, the Chamber and the Historical Society commissioned one of Ireland’s leading bronze sculptors, Seamus…

Conflict and Dispute Management in Irish Employers: The Importance of Geting It Right

As various ideas, ambitions, and personalities converge in the workplace, conflicts, and disputes are unavoidable. It is critical for Employers to properly navigate these situations and address disciplinary problems through robust informal and formal investigation processes. Failure to manage these conflicts ejectively can have significant repercussions, including legal consequences, lowered Employee morale, and reputational damage….

Audrey Browne Promoted To Senior Associate At Holmes

Audrey Browne Promoted To Senior Associate At Holmes

Holmes, one of Ireland’s largest law firms specialising in corporate, insurance, commercial property and public sector clients, is pleased to announce the promotion of Audrey Browne to Senior Associate Solicitor specialising in insurance litigation. Audrey joined Holmes in 2017 as Associate, bringing with her extensive experience in all areas of civil and criminal litigation including…