Cork Chamber has published its 2026 pre-Budget submission, drawing on the priorities and concerns highlighted by our members over the past year, namely:

• Competitiveness
• Housing
• Infrastructure
• Education, Skills and Talent
• Renewable Energy and Sustainability
• Urban Evolution and Tourism

Rob Horgan, President of Cork Chamber, said, “Cork’s business community is acutely aware of the economic imperative of investing in our competitiveness, now more than ever. Businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to large domestic and multinational firms, know that enhancing our competitiveness demands a whole-of-government approach to address challenges across all areas of the economy."

Cork Chamber CEO, Conor Healy, added, “The priorities for members are clear: investments in housing and infrastructure are needed now, alongside a sustained effort to support businesses to grow and thrive in Ireland. What we need to see from government in Budget 2026 is a clear commitment to the delivery of projects and initiatives, on budget and on time.”