ISME concerned about lack of Covid-19 direction Small and medium sized enterprise organisation ISME has written a strongly worded letter to the Taoiseach to complain about "the apparent drift and lack of ... Business • 18 Nov
Extra bank holiday must be for 'justifiable reasons' The chief executive of small firms group ISME said that granting an additional bank holiday next year must be done for "intelligent, justifiable reasons" and ... Business • 24 Sep
ISME: Employers want to know if workers are vaccinated A leading business representative group has said employers should be allowed to ask if employees are vaccinated before deciding if they can return to offices ... Business • 11 Aug
Around 60% of SMEs availing of wage supports - ISME About six in ten businesses surveyed by the Irish Small and Medium Enterprises Association said they were availing of one of the government wage subsidy ... Business • 22 Jul
Govt and business need to engage on climate change A new social contract, a fairer taxation system, a universal healthcare system and more action on climate change were all raised as part of discussions ... Business • 29 Jun
ISME: PUP acting as a 'brake' on getting workers back Small and medium sized businesses are warning that the PUP is acting as "a significant brake" on getting workers back in certain sectors of the ... Business • 16 Jun
ISME dissatisfied with non-vaccinated workers' guidance Small firms' body ISME has accused the Government of exposing employers to potential legal action by failing to give them "robust" guidance on handling situations ... Coronavirus • 27 May
ISME elects new chair and National Council The Irish SME Association has elected Margaret O'Rourke Doherty as the new Chair of the National Council for the 2021-2023 term. Business • 25 May
ISME concerned over NPHET remarks on antigen tests The Irish Small and Medium Enterprise Association (ISME) has written to the Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, expressing concern over the remarks by some NPHET ... Business • 10 May
ISME calls for policy changes for low income workers ISME which represents small and medium sized businesses, has carried out a report to examine how state policies are impacting the decision-making of low skill ... Business • 20 Apr
ISME - Govt should hold firm on vaccine prioritisation The Government should not give in to teachers unions demanding their members are prioritised in the vaccine rollout programme, according to ISME which represents small ... Business • 07 Apr
Bank of Ireland reassures on cash facilities Bank of Ireland has said that no location will be left without access to financial services or cash facilities after its decision to close 103 ... Business • 02 Mar
ISME calls for reduced VAT rate to be maintained Small and medium sized business representative group, ISME, has called for the reduction in the standard rate of VAT to be maintained beyond the end ... Business • 22 Feb
ISME plans legal challenge to State pensions scheme The small firms body ISME is to launch a crowdfunding campaign to fund a legal challenge to the State pensions system on the grounds that ... Ireland • 01 Feb
ISME calls for 'more aggressive approach to testing' Neil McDonnell, the chief executive of ISME, today has welcomed the expected news that non-essential business can re-open on December 1. Business • 27 Nov 20
ISME urges consumers to shop locally all year round The Irish SME Association (ISME) has today launched its "Shop Local Not Just for Christmas" campaign, which highlights the importance of supporting Irish businesses throughout ... Business • 09 Nov 20
ISME writes to TDs to express lockdown concerns The Irish SME Association (ISME) has written to all TDs in Ireland to express its grave concern at the latest national "lockdown" due to Covid-19. Business • 03 Nov 20
Budget 2021 to provide greater clarity for businesses SME Recovery Ireland said today's Budget marks a big step to help the recovery and sustainability of the country's decimated SME sector. budget 2021 • 13 Oct 20
ISME does not see quick return to communal work setting Neil McDonnell, the chief executive of ISME - which represents small and medium-sized companies - has said he believes it will be easier for employers ... Business • 07 Oct 20
ISME considers legal test case over pension tax issue The association representing small and medium sized businesses here has said its considering taking a test case to the High Court over what it describes ... Business • 30 Sep 20
New Google initiative aims to help SMEs recover Google is to give €4m in advertising credits and grants to small businesses, government agencies and non-governmental organisations here in an effort to help them ... Business • 24 Aug 20
ISME calls for economy reboot plan ISME has said that although Covid-19 remains a significant threat within our society, we need to plan the reboot of the economy now. Business • 27 Apr 20
ISME & Griffith College free online training programme ISME and Griffith College have joined forces to support businesses with a free online training programme in response to the Covid-19 crisis. Business • 06 Apr 20
ISME calls for measures to support SMEs during crisis ISME has called for measures to ensure the survival of as many small enterprises and SMEs as possible during the escalating coronavirus situation. Business • 13 Mar 20
ISME urges precautionary measures for tougher times The Irish SME Association has called on Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe to take precautionary measures against more difficult times ahead in Budget 2020. Business • 14 Jun 19
