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GLEN Workplace Equality Index Launch
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Member Events
Uncertainty in the Global Economy and its Impact on Equity and Property Markets
 
Date: 26th January 
Time: 8pm
Venue: University College Cork - Boole Lecture Theatre 3
Cost: Free
To book: Tel: 021 4279053 or Email

Topics to be discussed:
  • How real and sustainable is the much-flaunted recovery story in Ireland
  • What impact will the Budget have on Irish business and the Irish Economy
  • What has exiting the Troika deal Meant
  • Has the Equity boat been missed or is there further to go
  • The dynamics of the Irish housing and commercial property markets   

Speakers: Jim Power Economist/Redmayne Bentley Stockbrokers.   


Employing Graduates With A Disability
 
Date: Tuesday 26th January
Time: 10:45am – 1pm
Venue: Western gateway Building, University College Cork, Room 4.05
Cost:  Free
To book: Email Shay  for further information. Mob: 087 7585194 


This seminar on Employing Graduates with a Disability will help employers to become more “Disability Confident” when it comes to recruitment and selection. The seminar will include brief presentations from 3 employers, group discussion on issues related to recruitment and disability, and an opportunity to share best practice.   

Ireland’s Business Strategy Conference
 
Date: Thursday 28th January
Time: full day
Venue: Thomond Park
Cost: €80 (member rate)
To book: online 

Ireland’s inaugural Business Strategy Conference, a major business and policy conference, will take place in Limerick on Thursday 28th January 2016.  During the unique one-day event some of the leading lights from Ireland’s business, policy and economic world will identify the policies and future opportunities that will maximise Ireland’s business growth potential – both nationally and regionally.

Carl Tannenbaum, Chief Economist of Northern Trust and former Vice President of Federal Reserve, will deliver the keynote address entitled ‘Searching for the New Normal: Europe’s Attempts to Sustain Economic Growth and Cooperation’.
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Energy Cork To Host Ireland's First Major Solar Power Conference
 
Date: 29th January 
Time: 9.30am
Venue: the Clarion Hotel
Cost: free
To book: online 


The recent White Paper on Energy Policy published by the Department of Energy, Communications and Natural Resources acknowledged that Solar photovoltaic (PV) is part of the solution for the generation of zero-carbon electricity in Ireland. Energy Cork will host Ireland’s first major conference on solar power in Ireland to discuss the development of Solar PV, as well as the potential challenges and opportunities it presents.

Pancake Tuesday White Glove Afternoon Tea
in aid of Cork Simon Community
 
Date: Tuesday February 9th
Time: 1pm
Venue: Hayfield Manor
Cost: €32 per person
To book: Advance booking essential email or call 021 4845900.

Enjoy afternoon tea in the luxurious surrounds of Hayfield Manor while supporting a worthy local charity the Cork Simon community. As some of the most vulnerable members of our society struggle with the cold weather, Hayfield Manor would like to offer you an opportunity to make a difference by joining us for afternoon tea this Pancake Tuesday. 

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Annual Employment Law Update
 
Date: Thursday 11th February
Time: 7.30am to 9.30am. Breakfast served between 7.30 & 8am
Venue: Rochestown  Park Hotel
Cost: Attendance is free
To book: RSVP by Friday 5th February by email.


Collins McNicholas in conjunction with Purdy FitzGerald Solicitors are delighted to invite you to our Annual Employment Law Update. The seminar will provide a review of recent case law and other developments in Employment Law over the last year, with a particular emphasis on what Practitioners should be aware of over the coming year. 

Fort 2 Fort Charity Cycle
 
Date: Sunday, March 20th
Time: 9am
Venue: Starts at Trabolgan Holiday Village
Cost: An early bird registration fee of €39 is available until February 1st. After that, registration is €45 for those who sign up before March 20th, and for those who want to register on the day, it’s €50.
To book: online  


This year’s Fort 2 Fort Charity Cycle will raise funds for the Mercy Hospital Foundation, five Cork City and County Lions Clubs, and Camden Fort Meagher Restoration. Fort 2 Fort has firmly established itself in the calendar of Cork’s cycling enthusiasts of all abilities, offering a choice of distances around Cork Harbour. To date, over 1,900 cyclists have participated and €85,180 has been raised for the local beneficiaries.