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As it stands, there is no legally defined 'right to disconnect' in Ireland

Switching off: Do workers have a 'right to disconnect'?

The line between work and home life has blurred for many over the past few months.

With the dancefloor out of bounds, the 2020 office Christmas party will most likely take place online.

Party on, online: Will work Christmas parties survive?

Just last week NPHET warned that large office Christmas parties are not safe and should not go ahead this year due to the pandemic.

Business • 23 Nov 20

Ibec has sent a letter to the Taoiseach, Tánaiste and a number of senior ministers and officials outlining its concerns for the retail sector

Calls for early exit from Level 5 for some sectors

The chief executive of employers' group Ibec has told the Government that there is serious and urgent concern in the business community around the current phase of Covid related restrictions.

Business • 18 Nov 20

Ibec says that remote working will trigger long-term changes in almost a third of organisations surveyed

Brexit and Covid-19 major challenges for 2021 - Ibec

Over two thirds of businesses believe economic unpredictability triggered by Covid-19 and Brexit will be a major challenge in 2021 with varying impacts depending on the sector concerned, according to the latest survey by the employer body Ibec.

Business • 22 Oct 20

Nick Clegg said that data was no longer just an issue for technology companies, but vital to businesses in every sector

Clarity needed on EU-US data transfers - Facebook

Companies need clarity on what they can do with EU-US data transfers in light of the European Court of Justice's decision to strike down previous arrangements, Facebook's head of global affairs has said.

Business • 21 Oct 20

Ibec said the 'experience economy' underpins both the economic and social fabric of the country

Restaurants facing revenue drop of up to 60%

Restaurants are predicting a 41% drop in revenue in the crucial last quarter of the year, according to a survey of the hospitality sector by consultancy firm Crowe.

budget 2021 • 08 Oct 20

The food and drink industry here remains very reliant on the UK market and is the sector most exposed to Brexit

'Exceptional' policy responses needed for Brexit impact

Food Drink Ireland, the Ibec group which represents the food and drink sector, has called for exceptional targeted policy responses to offset the impacts of Brexit in next week's Budget.

Budget 2021 • 07 Oct 20

Ibec warned that redundancy applications were six times higher in August than in the same month last year

Employers call for wage subsidy scheme to be expanded

The employers' group Ibec has called on the Government to expand the employment wage subsidy scheme to include companies threatened by a no-trade deal Brexit.

Brexit • 05 Oct 20

Restaurant owners said that since the end of June the sector has implemented all the guidelines and regulations required to protect staff and customers from the virus

Businesses concerned at move to Level 3 restrictions

Businesses in the tourism and hospitality sectors have reacted with concern to the news that the country is to move to Level 3 Covid-19 restrictions.

Business • 05 Oct 20

Margrethe Vestager said companies worked hard to turn a profit and they paid taxes on that - but this should apply to all firms rather than most

All firms must pay fair share of tax - Vestager

The European Commissioner responsible for competition has said it is very important to make sure all businesses pay their fair share of tax, so the public purse and European citizens are not deprived of much needed funds for investment.

Business • 02 Oct 20

Ibec has called on the Government to maintain supports for business and increase its longer-term investments

New Ibec president calls for speedy Brexit deal

The incoming president of employers' group Ibec, Alastair Blair, has called for a speedy outcome on post-Brexit trade deal talks so business can prepare "for what's ahead."

Business • 24 Sep 20

The Restaurants Association of Ireland said over 50,000 jobs will be lost across the hospitality sector this weekend as a result

Business groups angry over Dublin Covid-19 restrictions

Business groups have reacted with disappointment and anger to the announcement that further restrictions are to be implemented in Dublin for the next three weeks to stop the spread of Covid-19.

Business • 18 Sep 20

Ibec says the bike to work scheme tops the list of wellbeing initiatives from companies

Gap between workplace wellbeing ambition and action

A new report from employers group Ibec shows that 61% of organisations confirm there is support at senior leadership level for workplace wellbeing.

Business • 17 Sep 20

Ibec says the economy 'is not yet ready to carry itself' and will need ongoing support

Ibec calls for €6bn support for businesses in Budget

Employers' group Ibec has called on the Government to provide an additional €6bn in supports for businesses in the upcoming Budget.

Budget 2021 • 25 Sep 20

Business leaders predict 'skeleton' and 'skinny' Brexit deal will be reached

Ibec believes 'skeleton' Brexit deal will be reached

The chief executive of employers group Ibec has said he thinks there will be a skeleton trade deal agreed between the UK and EU.

Business • 10 Sep 20

Ibec says the economy needs a reboot to deal with the fallout of Covid-19

Ibec wants direct cash injection for Covid-hit firms

Ibec wants to see a direct cash injection for businesses in next week's July stimulus package.

Business • 17 Jul 20

Apple decision 'vindicates Irish taxation rules'

Chartered Accountants Ireland said today's decision by the General Court of the European Union in the Apple case recognises "commercial realities and principles of fairness over legal technicalities".

Business • 15 Jul 20

The business groups called for clarity around additional supports, the July economic stimulus package and Brexit preparation

Businesses welcome Government certainty but urge action

The decision by members of Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil and the Green Party to back the Programme for Government negotiated by their party leaders has been warmly welcomed by business groups.

Business • 26 Jun 20

Ibec said the SME sector has been the worst impacted by the lockdown measures

Ibec seeks 'dramatic intervention' to save businesses

A Government fund aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises to reopen and rebuild - as the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions are eased - needs to be at least quadrupled in size, according to employers' group Ibec.

Business • 23 Jun 20

Paschal Donohoe said he is really optimistic about where Ireland can go

Getting people back to work biggest challenge - Donohoe

The Minister for Finance has said he thinks the biggest challenge facing the next government will be getting the country back to work.

Business • 16 Jun 20

Ibec says an estimated 69% of workers in the accommodation and hospitality sector are in receipt of the Covid-19 payment

Ibec warns against rapid withdrawal of income supports

Employers' group Ibec has said further "significant measures" will need to be taken by the Government over the coming months to protect businesses and households from the economic fallout of the Covid-19 outbreak.

Coronavirus • 04 Jun 20

Danny McCoy said transition to a low carbon economy must be practical and evidence-based.

Ibec CEO urges review of energy security needs

Business organisation Ibec has said the party leaders involved in Government formation talks must commit to a comprehensive review of Ireland's energy security needs.

Business • 03 Jun 20

Ibec says it expects the economy to shrink by over 10% this year

Ibec calls for €15bn in extra Covid-19 supports

Employers' group Ibec has launched a recovery plan for the economy which calls for a future government to commit a further €15 billion in supports and investments.

Business • 12 May 20

Amid the Covid-19 crisis, some employers have taken the opportunity to hold digital yoga or baking classes for their staff

Ibec to hold its 6th Workplace Wellbeing Day

Employers are being reminded to pay attention to their staff well-being - even if they are no longer operating in the same office.

Business • 30 Apr 20

Danny McCoy, CEO of Ibec, said there is growing concern and frustration in the business community

Ibec calls for re-opening roadmap for businesses

Ibec, the group that represents Irish businesses, is calling for a Covid-19 roadmap outlining how businesses will re-open when restrictions begin to be eased.

Business • 29 Apr 20