Changes to the Russia/Ukraine Regulations as of 3 June 2022
In response to the EU’s adoption of sanctions, the Central Bank has established a dedicated Russian/Ukraine Regulations page on its website. This page sets out important information including, details regarding the sanctions that have been adopted; financial sanctions requirements; what to do if a match or “hit” of a sanction occurs; how to apply for authorisations/derogations, etc. This page also includes a Frequently Asked Questions section, which covers items such as – ‘what are financial sanctions?’,
Allowing students to work extra hours is good for students and good for the economy
A Government decision to extend the earned income disregard for students who undertake employment during the summer period is good news for students and good news for the economy, a Fine Gael Senator has said. Waterford Senator John Cummins said, “Students had been concerned about losing their SUSI grant for the 2023/24 academic year if they took on extra working hours this summer. “That’s why I recently advocated for an increase in the earned income disregard for the student grant to allow them that
500 additional fleet vehicles sought for Government funded Greener HGV programme
ENERGY and telematics experts are reaching out to fleet companies nation-wide and encouraging them to get involved in the grant-aided Greener HGV programme designed to help them cut harmful emissions and save up to 10 per cent on soaring fuel bills. A 30% technology software and hardware grant is available to Irish fleet companies who sign up to the landmark Government-funded initiative. It aims to fit 1,000 fleet vehicles across Ireland with smart telematics. Further details on how to apply are
Network Magazine - Issue 19
IN THIS ISSUE:Under the microscope - Professor Veronica Campbell, SETU's first PresidentSETU — a regional gamechangerSETU will establish the south east as the place of choice for talent and investmentCareer u-turn for brave TraceyWorking from Home and the Hybrid ChallengeSpring review with Waterford CouncilPTSB — Simple banking solutions for small businessesOfficeMaster takes on Promotive’s customer baseWaterford businesses committed to green agendaUrban Forest at Airport Business ParkFast fashion is no
Waterford Chamber seeks clarity on TU funding from Minister Harris
Following intense questioning from a select number of Waterford Chamber members at a private meeting on Monday, Minister of Further and Higher Education, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD, was emphatic that “the debate is over” on university versus technological university. After so many false dawns, he said he completely understands that there is a healthy degree of scepticism but that he wants Waterford Chamber members to be absolutely secure in the knowledge that there will be “a world-class
2022 the year of delivery according to Housing Minister
“Waterford has immense potential”, according to Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien TD, as he addressed Waterford Chamber members during a live Zoom meeting. He went on to say, “There are a lot of people in Waterford with serious drive and there is a definite vision for the city and the region.” The Minister was invited by Waterford Chamber to listen to the challenges and opportunities in terms of housing, planning and development in the city and county and during the hour-long meeting, Niall Harrington,
Network Magazine - Issue 16
IN THIS ISSUE:Collaboration for Success - Martin Shanahan, CEO of IDA IrelandNavigating the urban jungleWhat kind of future has Waterford?Business community reunites after 557 daysLaunch of fifth Regional Leaders ProgrammeChamber and Energia Energy PartnershipWaterford – a city of opportunityTime to inject momentum and confidenceA Century of BakingBig business at RepligenSailing into Wellness — not your average team building event!Waterford to become 'City of Light'Decarbonisation by 2040 – how?From Vietnam
Network Magazine - Issue 10
We are delighted to publish our first issue of 2020. In this issue: Grace O'Sullivan MEP on the Waterford Green Deal A Fresh Look at Waterford RetailSummary of supports available to SMEsBuilding a Greener WaterfordStyling the Future of RetailHealth & Safety Advice for Employers and ManagersNational award nominations for Chamber5 things companies can do to make themselves greenerBite-Size NewsPlus much more...Read online at https://issuu.com/waterfordchamber/docs/network_-_issue_10
