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CorkBeo
EU Business News has named Cork Beo as the ‘Best News Media Platform’ in the 2021 Irish Enterprise Awards and we want our readers and brand partners to know it’s as much their award as it is ours.
Cork Beo exists for the half-million people who call Cork their home, their place of work, their social playground, their homestead, their past, their future.
To be a modern, engaging news brand that keeps the people and the communities of Cork informed plus offering a new, alternative news brand to advertisers.
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EdTech in a virtual world
Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) Ireland in collaboration with Enterprise Ireland will present a virtual event and business to business brokerage, focusing on the accelerated digitalisation of EdTech on 12th May 2021.
This event with partners and reach across Europe and the USA, will support the exchange of business ideas as well as formation of business partnerships, establishment of joint ventures, B2B + B2C selling opportunities and technology skill transfer.
Department Of Transport Update
The Department of Transport has updated their FAQ Covid-19 testing website that includes an important update in relation to HGV drivers travelling to countries where tests are required including the UK.
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Stay Connected
Dear Chamber Member,
I hope you, your families and colleagues are keeping safe and well.
Yesterday, Government announced that restrictions will begin to lift from April 12th, but on a phased basis. This is later, and slower, than we had hoped for, and there is still some road to go before many sectors return to meaningful economic activity. That said, there is much to give us hope, and we must continue to hold firm, working from home where we can and eliminating unnecessary contacts so that we will see improvements in the R-rate, that is so stubbornly holding us back. The increased pace in roll out of the vaccine programme in parallel is undoubtedly a critical element in unlocking restrictions.
Notwithstanding the need to continue to heed the health advice to curb the spread of the virus, it is clear that the response from...
Dear Chamber Member,
I hope you, your families and colleagues are keeping safe and well.
Yesterday, Government announced that restrictions will begin to lift from April 12th, but on a phased basis. This is later, and slower, than we had hoped for, and there is still some road to go before many sectors return to meaningful economic activity. That said, there is much to give us hope, and we must continue to hold firm, working from home where we can and eliminating unnecessary contacts so that we will see improvements in the R-rate, that is so stubbornly holding us back. The increased pace in roll out of the vaccine programme in parallel is undoubtedly a critical element in unlocking restrictions.
Notwithstanding the need to continue to heed the health advice to curb the spread of the virus, it is clear that the response from the business community over the last year has been nothing short of outstanding. Government must afford businesses the ability to plan with more certainty for the future and for their employees by giving clarity with metric-driven milestones to work towards over the coming months. Supports must be strengthened and extended to 2022 particularly for the most vulnerable sectors who will not be reopening for business for some time to come.
While our Public Affairs team continues to work to affect change and advocate for the supports needed to help sustain your business during these restrictions, our Skillnet team has prepared busy Spring-Summer schedule of subsidised training courses, designed to help upskill your team and prepare for your return to more normal work activities. Skillnet at the Chamber also delivers bespoke, in-house training for those who need it and our Training Network Manager Garrett can guide you in deciphering the best fit for you and your team. More HERE.
I hope to see you in the near future at one of our upcoming events as we continue to deliver free content for our Chamber membership. Our new Chamber Connects series, which kicks off on April 22 is the exciting new city to city series that brings members together to grow networks, nurture connections and forge new partnerships. More on events HERE.
I wish you all a safe and happy Easter and welcome you to contact me directly on 087-9471858 or by e-mail HERE to discuss any issues affecting your business. We are here to represent you.
Warm regards,
Conor Healy
CEO
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Cork Chamber CONNECTS Series
Connect with Limerick Chamber Members
Join us for this interactive networking session online where you will meet other Cork Chamber members and also get the exciting opportunity to connect with Limerick Chamber members, as part of our Cork Chamber CONNECTS series.
A benefit of the new virtual world we are navigating means geography and travel restrictions are no longer a barrier to making meaningful connections with other businesses and like-minded individuals outside of our region. Now they are just a click away!
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Business Breakfast Live with Jason Hawkins, Group Chief Executive Officer, Carbery Group
Wed 21 Apr | 8am-9am
Next months Business Breakfast Live will feature Jason Hawkins, who has been Chief Executive Officer of Carbery Group. You will hear insights into the impact of Brexit and international markets to the dairy sector, how Carbery has Brexit proofed their business along with the importance of climate change and the actions Carbery is taking to become carbon neutral by 2035 across all its locations.
Public Consultation: Shaping Your Electricity Future
Tues 20 Apr | 2.30pm-3.30pm
From transport to heating, electricity is becoming increasingly central to our energy usage. To be ready for this, EirGrid are undertaking their largest ever nationwide virtual consultation and engagement programme to reach as many stakeholders as possible. The perspective of the business community will help guide the Eirgrid approach to 2030. Have your say in this interactive public consultation and help shape our electricity future.
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Enhancing Your Environment
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Update from Government
In line with the plan set out in COVID-19 Resilience and Recovery 2021: The Path Ahead, the government has announced the continued phased easing of restrictions for the month of April, to commence on 12 April.
Research: Survey to determine service demand on Limerick/Tipperary - Cork route
This study is being carried out to determine the level of demand for an early morning rail service from Tipperary and Limerick to Cork. All responses are anonymous and the survey should take no longer than 10 mins to complete. The information you provide will be analyzed to determine whether there is sufficient demand to introduce an early morning service from Thurles/Limerick to Cork. The data you provide will be held securely by Survey Monkey and will be protected under their terms of use. The data will be used to provide a report to the RU director and his team as well as to GCU/IRO on my findings.
If you would like more information before you decide about taking part, please email Stephen Hackett HERE
Climate Conversation- Climate Action Plan 2021
Responding as an individual citizen
The Irish Government is now developing the 2021 Climate Action Plan and want your views on how to transform Ireland and support people to take their own climate actions. You are invited to be part of this Climate Conversation and to share your views on the government's climate action and how it can support you to take climate action in your own life.
Your views will also be part of the wider National Dialogue on Climate Action and will help to engage and communicate with more people on Ireland's climate action in the future.
The Climate Action Plan is Ireland’s roadmap to becoming a climate neutral economy and resilient society by 2050. This means that the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere is dramatically reduced and is balanced by the amount removed by our land, forestry, or technology. Becoming a climate resilient society will help us to cope with the impacts of a changing climate.
The Irish Government is now developing the 2021 Climate Action Plan and want your views on how to transform Ireland and support people to take their own climate actions. You are invited to be part of this Climate Conversation and to share your views on the government's climate action and how it can support you to take climate action in your own life. Your views will also be part of the wider National Dialogue on Climate Action and will help to engage and communicate with more people on Ireland's climate action in the future.
Find out more HERE
Climate Conversation- Climate Action Plan 2021
Responding as an organisation
The Government has decided to prepare the next Climate Action Plan, which will set out actions that must be taken in order to ensure we deliver on the commitments in the Programme for Government, including making sure we achieve our 2030 targets, prepare for climate neutrality no later than 2050, and make Ireland a leader in responding to climate change
As part of this consultation you are invited to consider the cross-sectoral and sectoral implications of the overall increase in climate ambition set out above, and to set out proposals for additional policies and measures across sectoral areas, including estimations of the associated greenhouse gas emissions reductions and/or increased resilience to the locked-in climate change impacts
The next ten years are critical if we are to address the climate and biodiversity crisis which threatens our safe future on this planet. The Programme for Government commits to an average 7% per annum reduction in overall greenhouse gas emissions from 2021 to 2030 (a 51% reduction over the decade), and to achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
This will be challenging and will require fundamental changes in so many parts of Irish life. In rising to the challenge, we will be able to improve the health, welfare and security of all our people. The Government has decided to prepare the next Climate Action Plan, which will set out actions that must be taken in order to ensure we deliver on the commitments in the Programme for Government, including making sure we achieve our 2030 targets, prepare for climate neutrality no later than 2050, and make Ireland a leader in responding to climate change.
As with the Climate Action Plan 2019, the new plan will have a strong focus on implementation, including actions with specific timelines and steps needed to achieve each action, assigning clear lines of responsibility for delivery. It will be informed by successful approaches in other countries, where such approaches could be adapted for implementation in Ireland.
As part of this consultation you are invited to consider the cross-sectoral and sectoral implications of the overall increase in climate ambition set out above, and to set out proposals for additional policies and measures across sectoral areas, including estimations of the associated greenhouse gas emissions reductions and/or increased resilience to the locked-in climate change impacts. Deadline for submissions is the 18 May. For more information click HERE Cork Chamber will be developing a response on the relevant aspects of this consultation, and you are invited to share your comments no later than May 7 for consideration as part of the Cork Chamber submission. Email Michelle O'Sullivan HERE
Resurfacing Works in City Centre
Resurfacing and improvement works are due to commence in Q3 of this year in the city centre in the following areas MacCurtain St, Coburg St, Bridge St, Harley St, Cathedral St, Camden Quay, North Link Rd, Mulgrave Road, Christy Ring Bridge, Lavitts Quay, Leitrim St, Devonshire St, Merchants Quay, Brian Boru Bridge and St, Summer Hill North, Lower Glanmire Rd, Anderson Quay and surrounding streets.
Businesses and residents in these areas should be aware that there will be moratorium in place after these improvement works which would prevent certain works and impact on those wishing to connect to utilities such as the Natural Gas Network - and advance arrangements should be made.
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Sustainable Business Impact Awards 2021
The Sustainable Business Impact Awards showcase best practice in sustainable development and social responsibility undertaken by companies of all sizes across Ireland. The UN’s Sustainable Development Goals are at the heart of these Awards, celebrating sustainable business practices and championing Chambers Ireland’s alignment with the Goals. Applications for the awards are open until Wednesday April 28.
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MS Excel Intermediate
Member Price €150
Mon 19 Apr | 14:30pm-16:00pm | 5 afternoons
This course is suitable for those who are currently using MS Excel regularly but may not have attended formal training recently or may never have attended the training. This online course is for those with a busy schedule and is adaptable to the challenges of every lifestyle.
MS Powerpoint
Member Price €150
Thurs 22 Apr | 09:30am-11:00am | 4 mornings
This course is suitable for those who are totally new to MS PowerPoint. We will cover the essential functionality of PowerPoint at a pace that is suitable for total beginners. All participants will be given access to a recording of the webinars by way of an email along with relevant files and user reference guides.
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