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….
Shannon Chamber CEO Helen Downes has warmly welcomed the appointment of Mary Considine as chief executive of Irish Rail, describing it as a strong testament to her exceptional leadership during her six years at the helm of The Shannon Airport Group. “Mary’s impact on Shannon and the wider region has been enormous,” Ms Downes said….
As part of Shannon Chamber’s ongoing commitment to representing our members’ interests at both national and international level, we are inviting businesses to participate in an important survey being conducted by Chambers Ireland in partnership with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). The ICC Survey on Tax Factors Impacting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is…
Two marathons a day. 50 days. A mission to support young minds. While most people mark their 50th birthday with a celebration, Australian father and aviation entrepreneur Jason Williamson is doing something far more extreme – running 4,000km across one of the world’s toughest landscapes to raise awareness and funds for youth mental health. The…
Tuesday 29th July 2025: The Shannon Airport Group is delighted to announce an exciting new addition to Shannon Airport’s summer ’26 schedule. Discover Airlines, a Lufthansa Group subsidiary, is set to introduce a direct, twice-weekly service from Shannon Airport to Frankfurt, Germany, starting on April 4th, 2026. The route will operate on Saturdays running from…
Monday 28th July 2025: Shannon Airport is preparing for a bustling August Bank Holiday, with almost 60,000 passengers expected to travel through the airport over the period, marking a 10% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This continued growth reflects Shannon Airport’s strong performance in 2025, with over 1.04 million passengers recorded in the…
Sunday, 27 July 2025: Uisce Éireann crews have repaired a significant burst in Lisdoonvarna and water has returned to customers. Areas affected by the unplanned outage include Lisdoonvarna, Fanore, Ballyvaughan, Doolin and surrounding areas.. Uisce Éireann’s Peter Kelly thanked affected customers for their cooperation while repairs were carried out. “Uisce Éireann acknowledges the disruption that can…
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…
Tuesday, 22 July 2025: Uisce Éireann crews are working to repair two bursts along a water main in Miltown Malbay and Coore and restore water to customers affected in the surrounding areas, such as Spanish Point, Mullagh, Creegh, and Cooraclare. Uisce Éireann’s Water Operations Manager, Darragh Conneely has assured customers that every effort is being made…
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…
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