Welcome to the Dublin Chamber of Commerce

City of Science to Showcase ‘Brand Dublin’
		26/1/2012 Hosting the 2012 City of Science is another key step in transforming Dublin into a leading global knowledge city region, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Following the launch of Dublin City of Science 2012, the business community hailed it a Read Article

DART Underground Planning Approval Welcomed
		15/12/2011 The decision to grant Irish Rail planning permission for DART Underground is an important step in addressing the future of the transport network in the Dublin City Region, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

Remarks by Former Taoiseach , John Bruton, at Dublin Chamber Council Meeting
		14/12/2011 Read Article

Lowering of Commercial Stamp Duty will Stimulate Moribund Property Market
		7/12/2011 According to the Dublin Chamber, the reduction in commercial stamp duty, together with other measures to promote stability and demand, will provide a much needed stimulus to the moribund commercial property market in Dublin, where there has been a ha Read Article

Household Charge Welcome, Disappointment Not Retained Locally
		6/12/2011 The Minister for Local Government has published the Bill introducing a €100 household charge for funding local government, which businesses see as an important first step in broadening the local tax base. Read Article

Quality of Life in Dublin Remains Positive
		30/11/2011 Dublin’s quality of life, which is an important indicator for FDI, remains unchanged compared to other global cities according to latest figures. Read Article

Businesses Thank Dublin City Council for Rate Cut - Pressure on other Local Authorities to Follow Su
		29/11/2011 Dublin City Council’s decision to reduce commercial rates for 2012 by 1.7% sent a clear message of support to struggling Dublin businesses, and now other local authorities must follow suit, says Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

Falling Sales Suggest VAT Target will not be Met
		28/11/2011 Falling retail sales suggest that the Government target of raising €670 million from a 2% VAT increase will not be met, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce Read Article

Approval of Employment and Investment Incentive Opens Doors
		25/11/2011 The approval of the Employment and Investment Incentive (a revised version of the BES or ‘Business Expansion Scheme’) by the European Commission will allow a much more broad range of companies to find investment capital, according to Dublin Chamber o Read Article

Speech by Minister for Finance Michael Noonan T.D. to Dublin Chamber of Commerce
		23/11/2011 Speech by Minister for Finance Michael Noonan T.D. to Dublin Chamber of Commerce Read Article

End of Decentralisation Means Better Public Service
		17/11/2011 Dublin Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the announcement that 40 decentralisation projects are to be scrapped as part of the Public Service Reform Programme. Read Article

Government Go Ahead to Luas BxD Welcomed
		10/11/2011 The Government’s decision to fund investment in the Luas BxD line was strongly endorsed by businesses in the Dublin region as a positive step. Read Article

Irish Times Managing Director Nominated Deputy Vice President of Dublin Chamber
		8/11/2011 Irish Times Managing Director, Liam Kavanagh, has been nominated to the position of Deputy Vice President of the Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

New Dublin-Washington Route to New Business
		8/11/2011 The new direct flight from Dublin to Washington is another dot joined in Ireland’s global connectivity, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

Willie Walsh, President, Minister Address 1,600
		17/10/2011 Listen and read the speeches given to a capacity crowd of 1,600 at the Dublin Chamber's Annual Dinner in the Convention Centre. Read Article

Address by Ajai Chopra at Dublin Economic Workshop
		15/10/2011 Ajai Chopra of the IMF spoke on "Strengthening the Financial Stability Framework of the Euro Area". Listen that speech here. Read Article

Cities Key to Global Economy, Government Must Develop Urban Policies
		13/10/2011 A new report highlighting the global importance of cities, entitled “The World is Not Flat: The Case for City Regions”, is being launched at the Dublin Chamber Annual Dinner. Read Article

Chamber Sponsor Dublin Economic Workshop
		6/10/2011 Dublin Chamber of Commerce is a proud sponsor of this annual event which brings together Ireland's leading economists to discuss a wide range of issues impact on the nation. Read Article

Drop in Retail Sales Must Mean No VAT Increase
		30/9/2011 Dublin businesses are warning Government against increasing VAT as part of December’s Budget 2012. Dublin Chamber of Commerce made their comments following the announcement of retail sales figures for August, which showed sales decreasing by 3.6% com Read Article

Now Arriving – Dublin Bus Real Time Passenger Information
		26/9/2011 New Real Time Passenger Information system is a valuable improvement to Dublin transport network, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

Social Media Capital of Europe
		26/9/2011 Twitter’s decision to locate their international headquarters in Dublin not only reaffirms the city as the internet capital of Europe, it now confirms it as the social media capital of Europe, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

New Dublin-Dubai Route Unlocks New Business
		8/9/2011 The new direct flight from Dublin to Dubai is another dot joined in Ireland’s global connectivity. Read Article

Showcase your green initiative!
		8/9/2011 Showcase your business'green initiative. Raise your business' profile, and a chance to win €5,000 worth of prizes. Read Article

Budget 2012 Needs to Provide 'Business Plan'
		28/8/2011 Dublin Chamber launches its Pre-Budget Submission 2012 to foster business growth, reduce the cost of local government and calling on Gov't to produce a 'business plan' to restore confidence. Read Article

David Manley Emerging Entrepreneur Awards - €100,000 prize package on offer
		17/8/2011 The David Manley Emerging Entrepreneur Awards are in their ninth year and honour the enterprising spirit in Business, the Arts and in the Social community. Read Article

Disappointment That Route to US West Coast Currently ‘Not Commercially Viable’
		15/8/2011 In spite of a call from Dublin Chamber of Commerce working with other business groups in Ireland for direct access to the west coast of the United States, Aer Lingus concluded that currently it would be a loss maker. Read Article

Congestion Charging No Solution to Lack of Transport Investment
		10/8/2011 The National Transportation Authority’s proposed congestion charge would not have made sense due to the lack of extensive public transport for the Greater Dublin Area, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

PayPal Jobs: Dublin Internet Services Cluster Continues to Grow
		9/8/2011 The decision by PayPal to create an additional 200 jobs at its European headquarters confirms that Dublin is still a global leader in attracting international internet service businesses, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

Local Property and Water Charges Must Go Straight to Local Authorities
		27/7/2011 Combined property and water charges of €100 per household must be directed straight back to the local authorities in which they were raised, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

CEO on Shannon Water Project -The Last Word
		21/7/2011 Dublin Chamber CEO on Today FM’s The Last Word with Matt Cooper on the benefits of the proposed reservoir at Garryhinch to pump water from the Shannon to eastern region. Read Article

Memorandum of Understanding with Dalian, China
		24/6/2011 On the 20th of June, the Dublin Chamber of Commerce and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Dalian Sub-council signed a MOU. The MOU identified areas of common interest and signals the beginning of what we hope will be a fruitf Read Article

Export Strategy for Dublin Port Required
		31/5/2011 Dublin Port needs a better facilities, deeper berths and supporting infrastructure as part of strategy for next thirty years, so that it has the capacity to provide for Ireland’s future export needs. Read Article

Building on Q1 Tourism Figure Growth
		26/5/2011 A positive Q1 in terms of overseas visitors to Ireland could be built upon by the Government’s decision to abolish the passenger tax and a new Tourism rate of VAT. Read Article

Queen’s Visit Produces Huge Media Coverage for Ireland abroad
		18/5/2011 Over 5,000 articles have been published in 95 countries within the first 24 hours of the Queen’s visit to Dublin, according to the Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

Big tourism push starts with Queen’s visit
		16/5/2011 “Official state visits give Ireland the opportunity to showcase its world renowned warm Irish welcome to a nation’s first citizen, demonstrating what a tourists can expect" says Gina Quin. Read Article

'Jobs Initiative' good for Dublin Tourism
		11/5/2011 Business welcomes the Jobs Initiative's abolishment of the travel tax and introduction of a new Tourism Rate of VAT, which was proposed by the Chamber its submission to the Minister. Read Article

Dublin Chamber Outlines Measures to Stimulate Job Creation
		6/5/2011 Government should stimulate job growth through a number of small changes to the VAT system, PRSI rebate scheme and stamp duty rate, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

Dublin Port is essential to the City Region’s competitiveness and is vital to economic recovery
		6/4/2011 Dublin Chamber welcomes launch of consultation process on Masterplan Development launched by Transport Minister, Leo Vadradkar TD. Read Article

Out of court solutions to consumer disputes
		24/3/2011 Consumer disputes can have a high cost when court proceedings are the only options. Proposals for an ‘out of court’ (or Alternative Disputes Resolution) in Europe are now being looked at by the European Commission. But will they be worth the paper th Read Article

Political Parties Asked to Help Businesses Grow and Create Employment
		3/2/2011 Chamber Manifesto of pro-business measures put to political parties to help existing enterprise survive and grow, to promote entrepreneurship and to create jobs. Read Article

Budget Follows Through on Four Year Plan – Now Needs to Implement Enterprise Strategy
		8/12/2010 Businesses, both large and small, need the certainty offered by the National Recovery Plan; now they must turn their attention to implementing the many proposals for supporting enterprise. Read Article

Draft Legislation Needs to Give Mayor Stronger Powers
		8/12/2010 Dublin Chamber strongly supports the concept of a Mayor for Dublin, but the draft legislation does not give the office the powers it requires to drive efficiencies. Read Article

Competitiveness of Irish Cities Only Way to Overcome Fiscal Woes
		8/12/2010 Accenture’s decision to create 100 new jobs over the next four years demonstrates that Dublin can attract smart economy jobs despite Ireland’s fiscal woes. Read Article

As Exchequer Pulls Local Government Funding Business Left to Pay Bill
		8/12/2010 Central Government is cutting their contribution to Dublin’s local authorities by at least 10%, but businesses say they too can’t afford to pay for an inefficient system. Read Article

Boost To Economy Predicted As Consumers Go Christmas Shopping
		8/12/2010 The Christmas lights will come on across Dublin city marking the official start of the Christmas shopping season. Read Article

Development Plan Changes Would Repeat Under Capacity Problems of the Past
		8/12/2010 Business is concerned that amendments being proposed by some Councillors will undermine the city’s ability to attract companies and employment to Dublin for generations. Read Article

Business Consultation on Personal Data Protection Legislation
		7/12/2010 Read Article

Dublin Chamber Response to Four Year Plan
		25/11/2010 Dublin Chamber supports the Government’s ‘Four Year Plan’ as it offers clarity as to how public finances will be brought into balance over the next four years and emphasises the importance of promoting growth and employment through enterprise. Read Article

Transport 21 Annual Briefing
		18/11/2010 Sponsored by the T21 Project office, the Dublin Chamber annual transport briefing gave attendees the opprtunity to hear from the agencies involved in upgrading Dublin's transport network. Read Article

Certainty of Tax Rate Will Help Investors
		15/11/2010 The Minister for Enterprise’s announcement that Ireland’s corporate tax rate will remain unchanged will offer clarity to businesses looking to invest in Ireland. Read Article

Fall in Redundancies in Dublin Illustrates Sign of Business Stability
		3/11/2010 A thousand less redundancy claims for October than for month in previous year. Read Article

Jobs Announcement Highlights Importance of International Services
		3/11/2010 The Chamber welcomed Ernst & Young’s announcement to hire 300 new employees, which highlights Dublin’s potential as an international services centre. Read Article

Dublin Chamber visits Brussels
		3/11/2010 Report of the Dublin Chamber study mission to Brussels in October. Read Article

Business Welcomes Bord Decision On Metro North
		28/10/2010 Dublin Chamber of Commerce Calls on Government To Deliver More Ambitious Capital Programme To Stimulate Economy And Address Infrastructure Deficits Read Article

Radical Reform of Accountability in Local Government through Dublin Mayor
		15/10/2010 Dublin Mayor needs to cut local bureaucracy, not ribbons Read Article

Business Receives Assurances 12.5% Corp Tax Is Safe from EU Change
		14/10/2010 The EU is not seeking to interfere with Ireland’s corporate tax rate, according to representatives from Dublin Chamber in Brussels who were given these assurances. Read Article

Listen to Dublin Chamber Annual Dinner Speeches
		13/10/2010 Recording of speeches from the Dublin Chamber Annual Dinner 2010. Read Article

Chamber President Annual Dinner Speech
		8/10/2010 Full Speech Text of Peter Brennan, Dublin Chamber President's address at the Dublin Chamber Annual Dinner. Read Article

Peter Sutherland's Address at the Dublin Chamber Annual Dinner
		8/10/2010 Guest of honour, Peter Sutherland's full speech at the Dublin Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner on 7 October. Read Article

'Permanent' Government Needs to Take Lead in Restoring Confidence
		7/10/2010 Chamber President, Peter Brennan, called for Government to support SMEs and implemented announced strategies as part of Budget 2011. Read Article

€150 MILLION IN SAVINGS NEEDS TO BE DELIVERED BY LOCAL AUTHORITIES TO RELIEVE BURDEN ON BUSINESSES
		29/9/2010 Dublin Chamber of Commerce Submission to the Local Government Review Group: Improved efficiency would deliver cost savings in the order of €150 million annually and more than €700 million over the five year term of local government; The number of l Read Article

Dublin Business supports Metro North
		27/9/2010 Work will commence on Metro North in April 2011. Dublin Chamber welcomes the news as it has worked to ensure the construction plan means Dublin will be 'Open for Business' during the period. Read Article

Launch of Grangegorman Strong International Signal of Ireland's Educational Cluster
		21/9/2010 The launch of the Grangegorman Development Project is a key milestone in further developing the higher education offering of Dublin city region in attracting overseas students. Read Article

Green Light for DART Underground, Metro North
		26/7/2010 The Government’s decision to include Metro North and DART Underground in ‘Infrastructure Investment Priorities 2010-2016’ will reduce the huge cost of traffic congestion on Dublin businesses. Read Article

Local Government Inefficiency Costs Half Billion to Businesses, Taxpayers
		23/7/2010 Cutting cost of local government by 10% of their annual budget will hugely improve an inefficient system and would equate in Dublin to to approximately €170 million in savings. Read Article

Have your say on the revision of the Working Time Directive
		8/7/2010 The issue of working time is back on the EU's agenda. Dublin Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to give your opinion on the revision of this Directive. Read Article

Government Must Let Private Investment Keep Infrastructure Projects Going
		6/7/2010 Responding to reports that Government is planning to cuts a number of transport projects, Dublin Chamber has called on them to seek private sector support to ensure they are delivered. Read Article

Holes in Dublin Mayor Legislation Need to Be Plugged
		5/7/2010 Dublin Chamber believes that Dublin Mayor legislation will make huge improvements to Dublin's local government, but are concerned at lack of local government reform and efficiency in it. Read Article

Government Needs to Back Winner in DART Underground
		30/6/2010 DART Underground is essential to address Dublin and Ireland’s infrastructure deficit and should provide a 2.5 to 1 return on investment. Read Article

Luas Build Needs To Be Linked To Other Transport Projects
		22/6/2010 Luas BxD is an essential element in delivering an integrated public transport system in Dublin but its construction needs to integrated with Metro North and DART Underground. Read Article

Government Approach to Strategic Infrastructure Projects Questioned
		22/6/2010 Delays to major infrastructure projects in the Dublin City Region are undermining the region’s competitiveness and prospects of national economic recovery, according to President Peter Brennan. Read Article

Ireland Dependent on Ports to Deliver Economic Recovery
		22/6/2010 Disappointment that the development of Dublin Port has been set back by An Bord Pleanála decision not to grant permission for the 21 hectare expansion of the north port area. Read Article

Aviva Stadium to Contribute €125 Million to Irish GNP in First Year of Operation
		14/5/2010 Out-of-state fans coming to Aviva Stadium are expected to contribute €125 million to the Irish economy in its first year of operation, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

Call On Taoiseach to Put Champion In Charge Of €75 Billion Green Economy Opportunity
		12/5/2010 The Taoiseach needs to identify a leader in Government to ensure the investment programmes announced by semi-state companies and other projected investments in are advanced. Read Article

Recruiting ‘Ambassadors’ for Ireland’s Business Tourism
		11/5/2010 Dublin hosts a major international health conference attracting over 1,000 attendees from 44 countries, bringing in an estimated €1.6 million. Read Article

Increased frequency on improved bus routes
		22/4/2010 Dublin Bus’ network redesign will better serve the new patterns of settlement that emerged during the boom years, offering customers more direct, frequent and reliable services. Read Article

Dublin City Draft Development Plan 2011-2017 - Dublin Chamber Response
		19/4/2010 Dublin’s Fear of Heights Has Cost County Economy €12bn Read Article

Opening of Clongriffin Station Welcomed
		19/4/2010 Clongriffin Station, which is located between Howth Junction & Donaghmede Station and Portmarnock Station, will be serviced by all DART services to and from Malahide. Read Article

Dublin City Development Plan - Dublin Chamber initial submission
		14/4/2010 Dublin Chamber's initial submission into the first phase of preparation of Dublin City Council's City Development Plan 2011-2017. Read Article

Dublin City Draft Development Plan 2011-2017 - Dublin Chamber Response
		14/4/2010 Dublin’s Fear of Heights Has Cost County Economy €12bn Read Article

Do you want to be your own boss?
		14/4/2010 More than twice as many men as women in Ireland start their own business. The Enterprise Europe Network in Dublin Chamber of Commerce would like to see more women considering this as a career option. Read Article

A Welcomed Wireless Connection Between Two Cities
		6/4/2010 Dublin Chamber and Cork Chamber welcomed the Iarnrod Eireann’s wi-fi trial on the Dublin to Cork route. Read Article

Credible Mayor with Proven Track Record Required to Manage €2.5bn Dublin Budget
		9/2/2010 The Taoiseach will be called on to show his support for a Dublin Mayor with wide-ranging powers and authority by the Dublin Chamber. Read Article

Inaugural Address of President
		9/2/2010 Peter Brennan, Dublin Chamber President, addresses the AGM Dinner on the Chamber's policy agenda for 2010. Read Article

AGM Dinner Speeches
		8/2/2010 Listen to the AGM Dinner 2010 addresses of Taoiseach Brian Cowen and Dublin Chamber President Peter Brennan. Read Article

DAA Boosts Tourism & Exports
		22/1/2010 The Dublin Airport Authority incentive scheme provides a much-needed boost to Ireland’s tourism and export sectors, at a time when the actions of others are putting them at risk. Read Article

Business encourage Water Conservation, But Blame Lack of Meters for Problems
		12/1/2010 The current water shortage in Dublin is a result of not having domestic water metering in place. Read Article

The Big Chill: Dublin Chamber Response
		7/1/2010 Dublin local authorities must grit the footpaths around the main public transport hubs in the capital. Read Article

County Wide Reduction in Rates Could Save Thousands of Jobs
		21/12/2009 Councillors called on to make a 10 per cent in rates in advance of three of four Dublin local authority votes this evening. Read Article

AccessEU-19th Edition (December 2009) of the Enterprise Europe Network Newsletter
		21/12/2009 The December issue of the Enterprise Europe Network newsletter is now available for download Read Article

10% Rates Cut will Save Jobs
		17/12/2009 Dublin Chamber calls for the pro-enterprise decision proposed by the Fingal County Manager to reduce commercial rates by 10% in 2010 to be duplicated in Dublin’s three remaining local authorities. Read Article

Four Dublin Businesswomen named as European Entrepreneurship Ambassadors
		16/12/2009 Four Dublin businesswomen have been appointed to the European Network of Female Entrepreneurship Ambassadors at the European Commission Representation in Ireland yesterday. Read Article

Budget 2010 Response
		9/12/2009 Budget passes the 'Newry Test'. Government takes on board Chamber recommendation of Local Government efficiency review. Read Article

AccessEU - 18th Edition (November 2009) of the Enterprise Europe Network Newsletter
		9/12/2009 The November issue of the Enterprise Europe Network newsletter is now available for download Read Article

Opening of Luas Docklands Welcomed
		8/12/2009 Today’s opening of the extension of the Luas Red Line from Connelly Station to the O2 makes another part of the city easier to access for workers and visitors. Read Article

Airport Charges Directly Linked to Investment
		7/12/2009 Dublin Chamber welcomes the decision by the Commission for Aviation Regulation to provide Dublin Airport Authority with the necessary fee structure to provide for better facilities for passengers. Read Article

Listen to the 'Top Ten Virgin Values'
		7/12/2009 John Pearson, Co-Founder of Virign Radio, shared his unique experiences building the Virgin brand and as right-hand man to Richard Branson. Read Article

Speech - PJ Timmins, President Dublin Chamber, Christmas Networking Lunch
		4/12/2009 Read Article

Listen to Frank Maguire, formerly KFC & Fed Ex
		2/12/2009 Frank Maguire, one of the most celebrated business gurus, gave an inspiration talk at the Dublin Chamber. Listen to his talk here. Read Article

SME consultation on a review of the WTO Information Technology Agreement (ITA)
		30/11/2009 The Information Technology Agreement (ITA) extends duty free treatment to mainly ICT goods for professional use. The European Commission wishes to launch negotiations in the World Trade Organisation on expanded product coverage, removal of Non-Ta Read Article

Dublin Chamber Pre-Budget Submission
		20/11/2009 Dublin Chamber believes that the focus of Budget 2010 must be on reducing public expenditure, whilst broadening the tax base but holding the overall burden of taxation constant. Read Article

Presentation from the Annual Transport 21 Briefing
		18/11/2009 Read & listen to the presentations given at this year's Annual Transport 21 Briefing. Read Article

‘Bord Snip’ Needed for Local Government
		17/11/2009 Dublin Chamber has called on Government to reconvene ‘An Bord Snip’, led by Colm McCarthy, to look for cost savings in local government. Read Article

Listen to David Bunworth, Bord Gais
		5/11/2009 At this morning's Business Breakfast, David Bunworth, MD of Energy Supply for Bord Gais, presents on the Bord Gais strategy and 'the Big Switch' campaign. Read Article

President's Speech to Annual Dinner
		21/10/2009 Speech of PJ Timmins, Dublin Chamber President, at the Dublin Chamber Annual Dinner. Read Article

Businesses Cut Costs, Mayor Needed for Local Government to do same
		21/10/2009 Business wants a directly elected Mayor for Dublin to reduce cost of local government to help reduce the cost on them. Read Article

Watch Steve Felice of Dell Address Chamber
		21/10/2009 Stephen J. Felice, President, Small and Medium Business, Dell - spoke to members about Running A Business, Innovation, Virtualisation, and Cloud Computing. Read Article

Listen to the Annual Dinner speeches
		20/10/2009 Hear the full speeches that reported on in the media from Minister Lenihan, Denis O'Brien and PJ Timmins at the Dublin Chamber Annual Dinner. Read Article

Listen to the MD of McDonald's Ireland
		8/10/2009 John Atherton, Managing Director of McDonald's Ireland, addressed the Dublin Chamber's Business Breakfast. Read Article

Chamber members speak up on importance of a YES vote for Lisbon
		1/10/2009 In separate articles, Jack Golden of CRH and Ciaran Ennis of IBM argue the business case for a YES vote on Friday. Read Article

AccessEU - 16th Edition (September 2009) of the Enterprise Europe Network Newsletter
		29/9/2009 The September issue of the Enterprise Europe Network newsletter is now available for download. Read Article

Employers Flexible to Workers Needing Special Arrangements for Lisbon Vote
		28/9/2009 Ahead of Friday’s vote on the Lisbon Treaty, Dublin Chamber of Commerce is calling on companies to work with employees, who need to make special arrangements to get to the polling station. Read Article

Local Business Owners Lead ‘YES’ Lisbon Campaign
		25/9/2009 It's people not posters key to referendum win. Dublin Chamber is asking all members to get out and help campaign for a YES vote to Lisbon. Read Article

Business Partner Search Bulletin \| September 2009
		24/9/2009 Interested in trading in Europe? The September issue of the Business Partner Search Bulletin is now available for download. It includes a sample of companies who are currently looking to connect with Irish businesses. Read Article

CRH Supports a YES Vote for Lisbon
		14/9/2009 Jack Golden of CRH recently called on business leaders to support the YES vote, which will have a profound effect on business. Read Article

New Bill Good for Bus Passengers
		14/9/2009 Dublin Chamber welcomes the new Public Transport Regulation Bill. Read Article

Response to Commission on Taxation’s Recommendations
		7/9/2009 Dublin Chamber comments on: Annual Property Tax recommendation replaces unsustainable tax system with an inefficient one; Public transport alternatives a prerequisite to congestion charging or road pricing proposals; Broadening of the commercial ra Read Article

DTA Delivery Key to Dublin’s Competitiveness
		4/9/2009 Appointment of John Fitzgerald as chairperson of the soon-to-be-established Dublin Transport Authority and Gerry Murphy as chief executive officer designate is a positive step in restoring Dublin’s international competitiveness. Read Article

AccessEU - 15th Edition (August 2009) of Enterprise Europe Network Newsletter
		21/8/2009 The August issue of the Enterprise Europe Network newsletter is now available for download. Read Article

Debtor Days Triple
		17/8/2009 Average debtor days for businesses have tripled since last year. Government should assist by speeding up the payments it owes to companies, in particular by reducing the waiting time for redundancy rebate claims, according to Dublin Chamber of Commer Read Article

Business Partern Search Bulletin - August 2009
		14/8/2009 The August issue of the Business Partner Search Bulletin is now available for download. It includes a sample of companies who are currently looking to connect with Irish businesses. Read Article

Parking charges in the City Centre
		12/8/2009 Dublin Chamber welcomes the City Council's review of its parking policy and byelaws to encourage shoppers and tourists into the city centre. Read Article

Private sector freezing or cutting pay, Public sector must duplicate
		10/8/2009 Chamber members are making tough decisions, according to a new survey. With 9 in 10 companies freezing or reducing pay, Dublin Chamber is calling on Government to follow suit. Read Article

Port Capacity Time Bomb
		7/8/2009 An independent report highlights need for additional port capacity in Ireland, and encourages competition between ports to provide it. These findings pave the way for the further development of Dublin Port, says Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

AccessEU -14th Edition (July 2009) of Enterprise Europe Network Newsletter
		27/7/2009 The July issue of the Enterprise Europe Network newsletter is now available for download. Read Article

Enterprise Europe Network factsheets: EU labour law
		24/7/2009 General overview of EU employment legislation, including Irish implementation of EU labour law. Read Article \| Download pdf

International Content Services Centre Proposal Good For Digital Industry
		21/7/2009 A Dublin based International Content Services Centre (ICSC) would help maximise the return on investment in creating a Smart Economy, according to Dublin Chamber. Minister Ryan’s proposal for ICSC would offer businesses in the digital industry a cent Read Article

Businesses Need Recommendation on Local Government Financing Implemented Immediately
		17/7/2009 Expert group's recommendation on self-financing local authorities necessary to elevate pressure on local businesses, says Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Dublin Chamber believes that locally determined and levied domestic rates and charges are required Read Article

Dublin prices drop more in a year than outside Dublin
		26/6/2009 Price differences between Dublin and outside Dublin has dropped slightly, but Dublin businesses says recent rates and charges increases by Dublin's local councils are a barrier to price equality. Read Article

AccessEU - 13th Edition (June 2009) of Enterprise Europe Network Newsletter
		24/6/2009 The June issue of the Enterprise Europe Network newsletter is now available for download Read Article

Government’s New Broadband Strategy Disconnected
		23/6/2009 The Government’s new broadband strategy is misplaced in its exclusive focus on rural access at the expensive of providing high speed broadband, according to the Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

June ezine
		18/6/2009 Dublin Chamber's June ezine Read Article

Agenda for Local Elections - NCC Cities report welcomed
		3/6/2009 Dublin Chamber welcomes the launch of the National Competitiveness Council report, Our Cities: Drivers of National Competitiveness. Read Article

AccessEU -12th Edition (May 2009) of Enterprise Europe Network Newsletter
		25/5/2009 The May issue of the Enterprise Europe Network newsletter is now available for download Read Article

Local elections about saving jobs through reduced rates
		24/5/2009 Chamber focuses voters and candidates attention on reducing commercial rates to help save jobs. Read Article

Smarter Contracting in Challenging Times
		13/5/2009 View a recent presentation on the current market trends and common pitfalls when negotiating and managing business critical contracts. Read Article

Dublin Mayor Key to Better Regional Government
		12/5/2009 The announcement of a directly elected Mayor for Dublin by 2010, with real executive powers, will help the region compete for international jobs and investment, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

Bus Gate Proposal Will Cost Jobs & Revenue for Council
		11/5/2009 The premature introduction of a Bus Gate at College Green will lead to firm closures, job losses and lower commercial revenue for the City, according to the Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

UPC's Robert Dunn Presents to Chamber
		28/4/2009 Robert Dunn of UPC (formerly Chorus/NTL) spoke to members about how UPC has been developing its reputation and services in Ireland. Read Article

Cost Reduction Presentation
		27/4/2009 Advise on the key issues confronting organisations today and the approaches being adopted to address these challenges. Read Article

AccessEU -11th Edition (April 2009) of Enterprise Europe Network Newsletter
		23/4/2009 The April issue of the Enterprise Europe Network newsletter is now available for download Read Article

Budget Briefing - Presentations
		17/4/2009 Expert analysis of the Budget changes with meaningful and practical advice by Russell Brennan Keane and Ulster Bank. Read Article

Six Step Budget is Two Steps Short
		9/4/2009 Dublin Chamber welcomes many of the steps taken in the budget, but feels that the opportunity has been missed to boost business and consumer confidence to support employment. Read Article

ESB Networks Presentation on Dublin Upgrade
		2/4/2009 ESB Networks explained the role and structure of ESB Networks, the strategic vision of the company to 2020 and the future infrastructure plans for Dublin to meet electricity demand in the coming years. Read Article

Commitment to Metro North Counters Ill-Informed Comment
		1/4/2009 Dublin Chamber welcomes the statement by Transport Minister that Metro North will continue, but is disappointed that the economic benefit analysis hasn't been made public to remove lingering doubts. Read Article

‘No Cost’ Legislation Part of Emergency Budget Solution
		30/3/2009 In the Supplementary Budget, the Minister for Finance needs to help firms cut their costs, manage their cash-flow and stimulate confidence so that they can keep people in employment, according to the Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Read Article

Dublin Chamber supports Ideas Campaign
		18/3/2009 The Ideas Campaign (http://www.IdeasCampaign.ie) is an independent voluntary initiative designed to capture people's ideas for stimulating Ireland's economy. Read Article

Traffic in Dublin
		2/3/2009 The Dublin Chamber of Commerce has been campaigning on your behalf on the construction impact of Metro North, the DART Underground and Luas BXD. Read Article

Transport 21 \| Three Years On
		26/2/2009 View the presentations from the Dublin Chamber's Third Anniversary of Transport 21 policy briefing, held on 25 November 2008. Read Article

Taoiseach Addressing AGM Dinner
		26/2/2009 Taoiseach responds to new President's AGM speech. Read Article

Business Breakfast with Lucy Gaffney, Communicorp
		13/2/2009 Listen to Lucy Gaffney, Chairperson of Communicorp, address attendees at the Dublin Chamber's Business Breakfast on 12 February 2009. Read Article

Inaugural Address of PJ Timmins
		11/2/2009 PJ Timmins's Inaugural Address at the Dublin Chamber AGM. Read Article

Costs, Cash-flow Top Business Priorities
		5/2/2009 Newly elected President of Chamber, PJ Timmins, presented findings survey of a Chamber survey that has found that reducing cost is the major priority for most businesses. Read Article

Local commercial rates need to follow inflation down
		4/2/2009 Commercial rates must be cut by Dublin City Council at their January Council meeting. Read Article

UEFA Cup final in Dublin to bring €50-100 Million to Irish Economy
		3/2/2009 UEFA Cup final in the new Lansdowne Stadium to contribute between €50 and €100 million to the Irish economy. Read Article

No Travel Alternatives, No Congestion Charge
		3/2/2009 Congestion charges have been ruled out by the Dublin Chamber of Commerce as a remedy to Dublin’s traffic problems. Read Article

Dublin Prices Drop But High Business Costs Remain
		8/1/2009 Latest CSO figures show price difference between Dublin and the Outside Dublin has dropped, but business costs need to be address for further gains to be made. Read Article

Bus Cuts Will Cause Traffic Chaos in Dublin
		18/12/2008 Increasing public transport usage and reducing the reliance on the private car will never be realised if plans for Dublin Bus move ahead, according to Dublin Chamber. Read Article

Not Sugar Coating It
		10/12/2008 Sir Alan Sugar's Q&A session at the Dublin Chamber Christmas Lunch, kindly sponsored by Bank of Ireland Business Banking. Read Article

Iarnród Éireann Gives Dublin Shoppers a Break
		10/12/2008 ‘Get to Dublin for a tenner’ – special rate from Iarnród Éireann is a great idea to help attract shoppers to Dublin, according to Dublin Chamber. Read Article

Free parking needed to balance increase in Dublin fees for shoppers
		1/12/2008 Dublin City Council’s increase in parking fees should be used to make parking free on Saturdays and Sundays in the city, according to Dublin Chamber. Read Article

Dublin Rates Hike Cost Jobs and Investment
		17/11/2008 Dublin Chamber warns Dublin City Council that any increase in commercial rates and water charges will severely undermine the profitability of Dublin businesses, leading to job cuts. Read Article

Dublin Chamber submission on Metro North
		30/10/2008 Dublin Chamber submission to an Bord Pleanala on the RPA's Railway Order for Metro North Read Article

Dublin Chamber Annual Dinner 2008
		17/10/2008 Dublin Chamber of Commerce President, Margaret Sweeney, has called for the Government and the Business Community to create an environment in which Ireland can trade itself through the current financial uncertainty. Read Article \| Download

Opening of Clondalkin Fonthill station welcomed
		15/10/2008 The opening of the Clondalkin Fonthill railway station on Monday 13th October, ahead of schedule, is another welcomed piece of infrastructure for commuters in the Greater Dublin Area. Read Article

Impact of Budget 2009 on Business
		14/10/2008 Dublin Chamber has analysed the impact of Budget 2009 on business, from the introduction of a Property Tax to the commitment to Public Transport. Read Article

Public Bonds to Help Fund Infrastructure
		28/9/2008 Dublin Chamber has proposed in its pre-Budget Submission to the Department of Finance that the Government should look to bring in business and individual investment through expanded use of Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) during these tighter times Read Article

Metro North Funding Vital For Future Competitiveness of City
		25/9/2008 Recent reports that the funding of the Metro North is under threat has Dublin Chamber concerned about the city region’s ability to be internationally competitive. Read Article

Brown’s Computers for School Kids Plan Needed in Ireland
		25/9/2008 Dublin Chamber has called on the Minister for Education and Science to introduce a computer voucher scheme for schoolchildren who cannot afford internet access, following on from a new initiative outlined by UK PM Gordon Brown. Read Article

Irish Rail Must Catch-up with Metro North
		12/9/2008 Dublin Chamber is warning that if Irish Rail does not accelerate their planning for the Interconnector to ensure that its construction runs concurrently, businesses and jobs in the city will suffer. Read Article

Dublin’s Big Dig. Business outlines ‘the Pain and the Gain’
		10/9/2008 Dublin business has given their strong support for the construction of Dublin Transport 21 projects, but strongly call for the proposed eight year construction period to be reduced to five years. Read Article

Report reveals Council is sweeping aside City’s litter
		1/9/2008 A recent report has revealed levels of litter in the capital have plummeted. Read Article

Government Strategy on Next Generation Broadband
		26/8/2008 Chamber invites members feed into response on Dublin's needs for broadband into the future. Read Article

Dublin Chamber welcomes opening of Park West and Cherry Orchard station
		5/8/2008 The Park West and Cherry Orchard railway station opened today ahead of schedule. This new station is another welcomed piece of infrastructure for commuters in the Greater Dublin Area. Read Article

Planning Permission for Northern Quarter
		28/7/2008 Dublin Chamber of Commerce warmly welcomes An Bord Pleanála’s decision to grant planning permission to redevelop the Northern Quarter. Read Article

Despite Revenue Keep Focused on Capital Investment
		3/7/2008 Following the announcement that the Exchequer revenue is behind target, the Chamber has called on the Taoiseach and the Minister of Finance to sustain capital investment. Read Article

Response to Consultation Paper on Next Generation Broadband
		3/7/2008 The Government’s new next generation broadband paper sets a target for universal low speed broadband coverage, but sets no clear target for a high speed network. Read Article

Competitive Dublin Market Offers Good Prices and Choice for Consumers
		19/6/2008 Dublin Chamber respone to the CSO bi-annual average price analysis of Dublin vs. outside Dublin. Read Article

All Island Business Monitor 2007/2008
		16/6/2008 The first Annual Report of the Business Monitor published today by BT and InterTradeIreland, shows that despite the current economic climate, business confidence for the future of an all-island economy remains resilient. Read Article \| Download pdf

Business rejects any new taxation of enterprise, tourist and retail activity
		19/5/2008 Response to Dublin City Council’s submission into the Commission on Taxation Read Article

No congestion charging without public transport alternatives
		19/5/2008 Transport plans for Dublin can be successfully delivered if all the agencies involved give their total commitment and maximum effort over the coming years. However, plans to introduce congestion charging are premature and must not be considered until Read Article