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The NCC said it believes now is the right time to re-examine the issue of high insurance costs

Actions needed to reduce insurance costs - NCC

The National Competitiveness Council has said key actions must be taken to reduce costs in the Irish liability insurance market, including bringing personal injury award levels in line with other jurisdictions.

Business • 25 Feb 21

While Ireland's is still a competitive economy, the NCC says there is room for improvement

NCC warns of rising cost of public liability insurance

The National Competitiveness Council has warned that the rising cost of public liability insurance is adversely impacting competitiveness.

Ireland • 12 Dec 19

Ireland is ranked 7th in the IMD rankings and ranked 23rd in both the WEF and World Bank rankings

Ireland remains competitive, but threats on the rise

Ireland continues to perform well in the three most influential competitiveness indicators, according to the latest Competitiveness Scorecard published by the National Competitiveness Council.

Business • 10 Jul 19

Ireland is the fifth most expensive country in the European Union

High costs threaten business competitiveness - report

The National Competitiveness Council has warned that rising rents, the increasing cost of labour, and a high marginal tax rate pose possible threats to the competitiveness of businesses in Ireland.

Business • 12 Apr 19

Brexit remains the single biggest and most immediate threat, Council warns

Competitiveness watchdog warns growth 'under threat'

The State's independent competitiveness watchdog has warned that the sustainability of Ireland's growth trajectory is under considerable threat.

Ireland • 19 Dec 18

The National Competitiveness Council said Brexit is the biggest threat to Ireland's medium-term prosperity

Brexit a 'threat' to Ireland's medium-term prosperity

The National Competitiveness Council's annual benchmarking report shows emerging cost pressures and capacity constraints weaken Ireland's competitiveness.

Brexit • 18 Jul 18

High rents and scarcity of housing is affecting the country's competitiveness

Housing issues affecting Ireland's competitiveness

The National Competitiveness Council has warned of the negative consequences of the scarcity and high cost of accommodation for the economy.

Business • 12 Dec 17

The NCC report says economic growth, improved public finances, trade performance and a strong labour market performance have all contributed to the country's improved international competitiveness

Strong economic indicators could mask weakness - NCC

There is a risk the country's strong general economic performance is overstating Ireland's competitiveness, which could be masking weakness in future competitiveness.

Business • 20 Jul 17

National Competitiveness Council warns of external risks to Irish economy, including Brexit

National Competitiveness Council sees risks for economy

The National Competitiveness Council has warned that pressure on property costs here could have adverse consequences for the entire economy.

Business • 01 Jun 17

The report highlights competitiveness issues caused by shifting exchange rates

Competitiveness council warns of Brexit threats

The economic consequences of Brexit make it more urgent than ever to address issues of competitiveness, according to a report from the National Competitiveness Council.

Business • 15 Dec 16

One of the biggest risks to the economy is Brexit, Council warns

National Competitiveness Council says risks remain

The National Competitiveness Council has warned the country needs to take a number of steps to ensure that it maintains gains that it has made on the competitiveness front in recent years.

Business • 21 Jul 16

Council wants action on the problem of significant numbers of under-educated, unskilled school leavers

Competitiveness Council wants new site tax

The National Competitiveness Council has recommended replacing commercial rates and the vacant sites tax with a new Site Valuation Tax that would also apply to unused development land.

Business • 10 Dec 15

Dr Don Thornhill, chair of the National Competitiveness Council

Competitiveness Council targets tax reform

The National Competitiveness Council has called for income tax rates, credits and thresholds to be reviewed.

Business • 03 Dec 14

Costs must be kept in check as the economy begins to improve, according to the council

Irish cost competitiveness has 'begun to slip'

Ireland’s cost competitiveness has begun to slip following years of improvement, according to the National Competitiveness Council.

Business • 17 Jul 14

The cost of doing business is high and slowly rising, according to the National Competitiveness Council

Ireland 'still a high-cost place to do business'

The National Competitiveness Council has said Ireland is still a high-cost place to do business and warns that further policy measures are required to reduce costs and keep the country competitive.

Business • 01 Apr 14

Competitiveness Council suggests economy stable

The National Competitiveness Council has said research suggests that the Irish economy has stabilised - but it warned against complacency.

Business • 19 Jul 12

Research suggests economy has stabilised

The National Competitiveness Council suggests that the Irish economy has stabilised, but warned against complacency.

News • 19 Jul 12

National Competitiveness Council