Minimum wage increase will make many businesses unviable, says ISME

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

ISME has this week written to the Taoiseach to highlight issues around the impact of the proposed 12.4% increase on the National Minimum Wage in 2024, noting that the measure will create a financially unsustainable situation for many small and medium businesses across Ireland. The letter from the Chair of ISME, Marc O’Dwyer, follows representation from many of ISME’s Association members and affiliated trade bodies.

ISME represents over 10,000 small and medium enterprises in Ireland, either directly or through thirty-two affiliated associations and trade bodies. These voices are not heard in the Government’s existing industrial relations structures.

Take part in this incredible celebration of family-run businesses

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

If you are a family-run business, then this is your moment to shine and get the recognition your business truly deserves.

Stunning six bedroom house with two bedroom annexe in Renville

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

Fairways Lodge is an outstanding family home set on a sheltered and private half acre site on the Maree Road, adjacent to Renville Park, the Galway Bay Golf Resort and Renville Sailing Club and just 2.7km from Oranmore village.

Earn and learn while working in financial services

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

Have you a desire to Earn and Learn at the same time? Maybe, you don’t want to go to college full time, but you know you need a college degree to advance your career.

Q Financial Advisors, a Claregalway company are promoting the opportunity to acquire a BA Honours (Level 8) in Insurance Practice while attending online lectures only each Thursday, while you earn a full time salary as a Financial Services Intern.

Chanelle Pharma appoints Brian O’Broin to Chief Quality & Technology Officer role

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Ireland’s largest indigenous pharmaceutical manufacturer of both medical and veterinary products has appointed Brian O’Broin to the newly created role of Chief Quality and Technology Officer (CQTO).

Passenger numbers soar to a new high as Ireland West Airport enjoys record-breaking six-month period

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

A record 367.000 passengers passed through Ireland West Airport during the period January to June 2023, making it the busiest six-month period in the airports 38-year history. The passenger numbers represented a 24% increase on the same period in 2022 and 1% higher than the previous busiest six-month period in 2019.

How to ‘curate’ your career to interest potential employers

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Q: I’m writing my CV for the first time in 24 years – and I don’t know where to start. I’ve done so much across a range of sectors – to be honest, I think I’ve forgotten half of it. I’ve managed two large retail outlets; sold advertising for a magazine and website; managed a team of merchandisers; and even ran a community enterprise. How can I blend all this together so that it makes some sense without running to 20 pages? I’m at my wit’s end trying to figure it out. (LF, email).

A: When writing our CV or, indeed, preparing for a job interview, we must think of ourselves as the curators of our own careers. I’ll turn to the Tate Modern for elaboration: “Museums and galleries typically employ numbers of curators whose role it is to acquire, care for and develop a collection. They will also arrange displays of collection and loaned works and interpret the collection in order to inform, educate and inspire the public.”Care for, develop, arrange, interpret, inform, inspire…you should deploy the same approach when creating your CV.

Connemara-based company wins funding for novel solution to facilitate faster, cleaner, cheaper shipping

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

ÉireComposites announced its partnership with University of Galway for the newly-funded FASTSHIP project. The project aims to make the shipping industry greener, by using lightweight composite materials to reduce fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and costs. As global trade booms, shipping continues to be the method of choice for goods transportation.

Moycullen-based golf tourism operators driving business for the region in Florida

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Tourism Ireland’s drive to grow golf visitor numbers to the west or Ireland from North America continued at the IAGTO North America Golf Tourism Convention in Florida.

Mulkerrins brothers on the cusp of history as they bid to bridge a 97-year gap

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Moycullen handball club is on the crest of a wave. It is a little over a month since Martin Mulkerrins triumphantly returned home from Minneapolis as the World champion in the 40x20 court, the first Galway man and only the third Irish man to crowned World Number One.

United held in Cobh but still well clear as they head to Athlone

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Galway United’s promotion charge hit a stumbling block when they were held at St. Colman’s Park despite the hosts being reduced to 10 men for the bulk of the second half.

The damage was limited by Waterford’s draw at home to Longford Town. The upshot is that the gap remains at 13 points with 14 games to go.

Glenlo golf club duo in tomorrow’s Grand Final at Royal Liverpool

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

The pairing of John Murphy and Olivia Byrne will represent the Club at the famed Royal Liverpool Golf Club tomorrow Friday July 14 in the Grand Final of the R & A 9 Hole Challenge.

Essential shortcuts to maintaining a clean and uncluttered bedroom

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

When you walk into your bedroom after a long and challenging day, does the sight that greets your eyes lift your heart?

Know Your Rights - Irish passport card

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

What is the Irish passport card?
The Irish passport card is a travel document that can be used instead of a standard passport book for travel in certain areas. It is similar in size to a credit card which makes it convenient to carry.

Bank of Ireland launches hybrid working hub in Galway

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Bank of Ireland has launched a new hybrid working hub in Galway. The hub, based in Dockgate, Galway City provides hot desks and meeting rooms for Bank of Ireland colleagues throughout the region or visiting from other areas.

Construct Innovate welcomes 35 companies as first members

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Construct Innovate, Ireland’s national research centre for construction technology and innovation hosted at University of Galway, have announced Technological University Dublin as a new academic member and 35 companies as the first associate members.

Member companies will be supported by academic researchers and empowered to take ownership of the research, development and innovation activities required for their continued progression.

University of Galway IdeasLab showcases a driven dozen of student entrepreneur teams

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

University of Galway IdeasLab has concluded the 2023 edition of its highly acclaimed Start100 programme, showcasing the innovative ideas of 12 teams of aspiring student entrepreneurs.

Traditional style Newtowncashel cottage brimming with warmth and character in rural setting

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Cleraun
Newtowncashel

Three bedroom Belmont bungalow awaits revitalisation within attractive rural setting

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

High Street
Belmont

Luan Gallery proudly presents Athrú, an invocation Irish artist’s group exhibition

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Luan Gallery is delighted to present Athrú, an Invocation; a group exhibition featuring Irish artists Mark Clare, Rosie O’Reilly, and Teresa Dillon.

The official opening will take place on Friday, July 7, at 6pm with guest speaker Sarah Searson. All are welcome to attend, the exhibition continuing until Sunday, September 3.

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