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Library of Knowledge No. 84 As a company director/employer it is extremely important that you are aware of the introduction of the government’s ‘Pension Auto Enrolment’ This is expected to commence in early 2025. We are hosting two webinars: Our webinar will cover the following topics: What is auto-enrolment? Who will be auto enrolled? Who…

Library of Knowledge No. 80 Ireland’s National Workplace Wellbeing Day is today Friday April 26th 2024. Now in its tenth year, the day itself has served to raise the importance of employee wellbeing across a wide variety of industries since its inception. Organisations are encouraged to recognise and celebrate the day in a way that…

Library of Knowledge No. 79 Since 7 March 2024, all employees have a new legal right to request remote working. A request can be made from the first day in a new job, but 6 months of continuous service must be completed before the arrangement can start. What is remote working? Remote working is an…

Library of Knowledge No. 76 Changes have been introduced to the State Pension (Contributory) and from January 2024 individuals reaching the age of 66 are now required to make a decision: By deferring a higher pension will be paid through additional contributions or an increase in the maximum pension receivable. There is also improved access…

Library of Knowledge No. 75 Today is a day to celebrate every Irish woman, at home or in business. Acknowledge and celebrate our strength, resilience and success! There are many associations in Ireland that support women in business, below see our top six: Women Mean Business: https://www.womenmeanbusiness.com/ Enterprise Ireland, Women in Business: https://www.enterprise-ireland.com/en/supports/women-in-business Network Ireland:…

Library of Knowledge No. 72 In challenging times, strategy is more important than ever. A strategy consultant can provide your business with unbiased insights to help you adapt to change, unearth new opportunities and develop a competitive advantage.  The Enterprise Ireland ‘Strategic Consultancy Grant’ can support the cost of hiring a strategic consultant to help…

Library of Knowledge No. 66 Second Reduced VAT Rate of 9% extended, until 31ST August 2023 The  ‘Second Reduced VAT Rate’ of 9% which was introduced initially for the period 1st November 2020 to 28th February 2023, is now extended to 31st August 2023. The announcement was part of the package published by the government…

Library of Knowledge No. 61 Good afternoon, As business owners we have a responsibility to regularly complete reviews of environmental performance and efficiencies. If this is an area in your business that requires some focus and attention, then the ‘Green for Micro’ programme could well be worth considering. Green for Micro is a FREE programme…

Library of Knowledge No. 60 The new Agile Innovation Fund. For companies to continue to thrive and stay ahead of the competition they need to continually innovate. Enterprise Ireland’s Agile Innovation Fund is open to Local Enterprise Office clients. It could allow your business to access up to 50% in support for product, process or…

Library of Knowledge No. 59 Re: Introduction of Revenue Demands. Since March 2020 revenue suspended the issuing of demands and enforcement of tax returns and liabilities. It is important to note that revenue offices are now recommencing the issuing for demands. To avoid any further action by revenue all tax returns outstanding should be given…