News & Statements
Speech by an Taoiseach, Enda Kenny at the jobs announcement by Salesforce
The opening of these new offices will be the start of a new chapter of Salesforce’s story in Ireland.
Visitor numbers up 5.4% for first half of Gathering year
Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Leo Varadkar, Tourism Ireland and Failte Ireland have welcomed the latest official data on overseas travel from the Central Statistics Office, which reported an increase of 5.4% in overseas visits to Ireland for the first half of 2013 compared to January-June 2012.
Government Approves Publication of the Legislation to Reform the National Micro and Small Business Support Infrastructure
Legislation marks delivery of next step in Government plan to deliver world-class supports under oversight of Enterprise Ireland.
Government Approves Publication of the Legislation to Reform the National Micro and Small Business Support Infrastructure
Legislation marks delivery of next step in Government plan to deliver world-class supports under oversight of Enterprise Ireland.
Streamlining of State support for small businesses will see them grow and prosper
Fine Gael Cork North West, Áine Collins, has welcomed the Government's proposal to streamline the system of State support for micro and small businesses across the country. "The decision to dissolve the existing County Enterprise Boards (CEBs) and to transfer their functions to Enterprise Ireland will make access to State support much easier for SME's and entrepreneurs. "Ease of access to supports is crucial in providing our indigenous businesses with the help they need and to encourage entrepreneurship. We know that 70% of new jobs created will come from new businesses, so having a one-stop- shop facility for businesses to go to will help speed up the process greatly and ensure that there's a consistency in service
Government Statement concerning Bethany Home
At its meeting today, the Government fully reflected on the circumstances of those who where resident in the Bethany Home.
Government Statement concerning Bethany Home
At its meeting today, the Government fully reflected on the circumstances of those who where resident in the Bethany Home.
50% increase in number of spin-outs from publicly-funded research as part of new Government plan
50% increase in number of spin-outs from publicly-funded research as part of new Government plan.
Consultation with women affected by symphysiotomy to take place and Minister Reilly to meet the representative groups for the women in the coming days
The Minister for Health, Dr James Reilly TD, today (23 July) announced that he briefed Government on his views on putting closure on the issue of symphysiotomy for the women involved and their families.
Govt approves drafting of Bill to establish Shannon Group plc to take over Shannon Development & Shannon Airport Authority
Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport Leo Varadkar and Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton announced today (Tuesday) that the Government has approved the drafting of the Shannon Aviation Services and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2013, paving the way for the creation of the new Shannon Group entity.