Ibec Podcasts
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2024 Summer HR Update â Employment law Developments to look out for
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024 looks to be another busy year for developments in employment law in Ireland, with a number of substantial changes in the pipeline for employers t...
2024 Q2 Economic Outlook
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Irish economy is experiencing some moderation in growth following five years of spectacular expansion. Despite this the outlook is positive. There...
The Dromoland Castle Experience â Helping to sustain rural Ireland
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our âExperience Economyâ series continues in this episode of Ibec Responds as AvinĂ© McNally, Head of Membership, Ibec, is in conversation with Ma...
Preparing for Pay Transparency - An Overview
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Pay Transparency Directive came into force in June 2023 and Ireland will have to transpose the Directive by June 2026. The Directive contains exte...
Croke Park - Their Sustainability Experience
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Responds, Aviné McNally, Head of Membership at Ibec, and Peter McKenna, Stadium and Commercial Director at Croke Park, examin...
Working Alone Safely â How to manage Lone Workers
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lone Working is becoming increasingly common with delivery drivers and remote workers often working alone. Although Lone workers cannot be subject to ...
AI and the world of work
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec WorkTalks, Maeve McElwee, Executive Director, Employer Relations, Ibec, is joined by Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Professor, A...
EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum - A Digital Experience
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sharon Higgins, Executive Director for Membership and Sectors, Ibec, is joined Aileesh Carew, CEO of EPIC â the Irish Emigration Museum, to explore ...
Talent Intelligence
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Talent Intelligence is the tool that is empowering HR and Business leaders to make more informed strategic decisions on their workforce planning and t...
The impact of Local Elections on Irish business
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the upcoming Local Elections around the corner on 7 June, 2024. We delve into the issues that voters should keep in mind when casting their ballo...
Using your vote for the European Elections
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With polling day fast approaching on June 7th, Pat Ivory, Ibecâs Director of EU and International Affairs meets with Fionnuala Croker, the Acting He...
Preparing for the European elections
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the European Parliament elections fast approaching on 7 June 2024, the context in which they are taking place is a critical period for Ireland an...
Interest Rate Fluctuations Driven By Persistent Uncertainty
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Responds, we delve into the dynamic world of global economics, where interest rates reign supreme. From influencing spending h...
Electing in Europe, what will happen and why does it matter?
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024 is a critical year for Ireland and Europe. A year of transition as landmark EU green, digital and social legislation enters into force. A year of...
Experience Economy Insights - 'More than meets the eye'
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Responds, Sharon Higgins, Executive Director for Membership and Sectors in Ibec and Pat McCann, Chair of Ibecâs Experience E...
Q1 Quarterly Economic Outlook 2024
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ger Brady, Chief Economist at Ibec, discusses key findings from our 2024 Q1 Economic Outlook report with Ibec Economists, Hazel Ahern...
The Irish Techscape: Exploring Irelandâs Digital Adoption and EconomyâŻ
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In recent years, Ireland has emerged as a dynamic hub for technology, characterized by rapid innovation, robust infrastructure, and a vibrant ecosyste...
Public Holidays that fall on a weekend
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Entitlements to Public Holidays are governed by The Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and the method for calculating payment for Public Holidays i...
Better Care, Better Business
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is a need for a fundamental change in how we value care and caregivers. For too long, care work has been invisible work and as such often underv...
The Code of Practice on the Right to Request Remote and Right to Request Flexible Working
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 was signed into law in April of 2023 and introduced various new entitlements, however two ...
What are Irelandâs airports doing to make aviation more environmentally sustainable?
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Irelandâs State airports play a vital role in underpinning economic prosperity and regional development. However, they recognise the need to reduce ...
European Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA)
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Responds, Jackie King, Executive Director of Ibec Global, highlights the significance of the new European Anti-Money Launderin...
Combatting Aggression and Harassment in the Workplace â How employers can best protect employees and their businesses.
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With recent aggressive events taking place in Dublin city, Michael Gillen and Bernie McMeel from Ibec discuss how employers can deal with their respon...
Economic Outlook Q4 2023
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode of Ibec Responds, we are joined by Ibec's own Fergal O'Brien, Executive Director of Lobbying and Influence, and Gerard Brad...
COP28 - Great expectations amidst controversy
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The UNâs 28th annual global climate talks (COP28) are firmly underway in Dubai and expectations are running high that a significant breakthrough cou...
Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 - Domestic Violence Leave
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 was signed into law in April of this year and introduces various new entitlements for empl...
Recent Labour Court Decisions on Discrimination on the grounds of Age
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Muireann McEnery and Ciar Murtagh discuss two recent Labour Court decisions dealing with claims of discrim...
Ibec HR Update Survey 2023
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Fiona Higgins and Stephen Driver discuss the findings of this yearâs HR update survey including key insights into pay and resourcin...
Reaction to Budget Day 2024
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Responds, Ibec economists, Ger Brady and Hazel Ahern-Flynn sit down to discuss their reaction to this year's budget which...
Safeguarding Ireland's competitiveness: Budget 2024
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Responds, Ibec Chief Economist, Ger Brady and Executive Director of Employer Relations, Maeve McElwee sit down to discuss upco...
Seasonal employment law update - Autumn 2023
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The autumn season is often a busy time of year from an employee relations and employment law perspective, and we expect 2023 to be no different. In t...
30 Years of the EU Single Market
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The European single market represents a vital component of Ireland's economy. Over the past thirty years Ireland has been able to take advantage ...
Could Irelandâs tradition of storytelling support our diversity
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland has a long and tradition of storytelling, from captivating mythology to heartfelt recounting of daily life to tales that impart lessons or fos...
Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023, Update and Practical Tips for Employers
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 was signed into law in April of this year and introduces various new entitlements for empl...
Climate Action: A Toolkit for Business
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For businesses, climate action is no longer simply a question of environmental compliance and corporate responsibility. Today it is a matter of busine...
Talent to Thrive: A new Paradigm for Education and Enterprise
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Internationally, Irelandâs education system has an enviable reputation due to high participation in higher education and the collaborative nature of...
Untouched Talent: A unique look at entrepreneurship through the lens of disability
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Finding and sustaining work is a challenge for many people with disabilities, and often conversations around disabilities come from a place of reasona...
Talent to Thrive: EU Year of Skills
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
2023 is the European Year of Skills, which aims to address skills shortages in the European Union and boost the EU skills strategy. In this episode of...
The challenges and frequently asked questions around mandatory retirement age
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Better health and the subsequent increase in life expectancy has created a demographic where people are seeking to work longer.Following the publicati...
Irish Beef Sector Sustainability Report: Progress to Date and Roadmap to 2030
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meat Industry Ireland, the Ibec sector association representing the primary beef, pork and lamb processing facilities located in the Republic of Irela...
Navigating the first 6 months of the employment relationship
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The European Union (Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions) Regulations, S.I. No. 686/2022 were signed into law on 16 December 2022. The Regul...
Small Businesses with Big Ambitions: Part Three
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our past few episodes of Ibec Voices placed a focus on a critical component of the Irish economy, the small business community. We visited the Small ...
Small Businesses with Big Ambitions: Part Two
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our next few episodes of Ibec Voices will place a focus on a critical component of the Irish economy, the small business community. We visited the Sm...
Probationary Periods: Legislative Developments and Industrial Relations considerations
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Aisling McDevitt and Kevin Feighery discuss the transposition of the EU Directive on Transparent and Predi...
Small Businesses with Big Ambitions: Part One
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our next few episodes of Ibec Voices will place a focus on a critical component of the Irish economy, the small business community. We visited the Sm...
Architects and Advocates: Bertie Ahern and Alastair Campbell
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ibec is marking the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement with a new campaign, For Peace + Prosperity. The campaign ill...
More than Meets the Eye: Irelandâs Experience Economy
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Experience Economy is a diverse and substantial part of Irish life and plays an important role in Irelandâs international reputation as a place ...
Building a Resilient Digital Society
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With global pandemics, climate change and military aggression against Ukraine, we see unprecedented generational challenges to our economy and well-be...
Better Housing, Better Business
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An inadequate supply of affordable housing is the greatest impediment to attracting and retaining talented workers, without whom business investment a...
Employment Legislation- December Update
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This year has seen a vast array of proposed new employment legislation, along with the requirement to transpose EU Directives into local legislation, ...
Gender equality and sexual harassment post #MeToo with Jackson Katz Ph.D.
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland has made some real progress on gender equality over the last number of decades. Weâve seen significant changes in both the personal and prof...
Ibec HR Update 2022 - Workplace Trends and Insights
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Stephen Driver and Fiona Higgins discuss the pay and HR trends emerging from the recently published HR Upd...
Exploring Irelandâs Women in Finance Charter
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gender equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of progressive societies. While female representation in the general population of financia...
COP27: Reflections with Minister Eamon Ryan
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of our Ibec Responds mini-series on COP27, Fergal OâBrien, Ibec Executive Director of Lobbying and Influence, sits down with Mi...
How a crisis highlights the critical depth and breadth of HR
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We were delighted to have David Collings, Professor of Human Resource Management at DCU, as a guest speaker at Ibec's HR Leadership Summit in Oct...
COP27: Loss and damage- a thorny issue
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of our Ibec Responds mini-series on COP27, Dr Neil Walker, Ibec Head of Infrastructure, speaks with Stephen Prendiville, Head of Sus...
ESG- more than another acronym
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Observers say that within a matter of years, 100 per cent of investments will consider ESG risks and opportunities. Business leaders around the globe...
Penalisation
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Sophie Crosbie and James Cleary discuss the issue of penalisation under various pieces of employment legis...
COP27: The EU's role in raising global ambitions
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our COP27 mini-series continues. For this episode we are joined by Neil Willoughby, Ibec European Affairs Senior Executive, and SeĂĄn Kelly, Member of...
COP27: The role of cities in climate discussions
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to our Ibec Responds mini-series on COP27, where we provide timely updates and analysis on the 27th annual Conference of the Parties of...
COP27: A New Hope or Groundhog Day?
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Over the next few weeks, we will be releasing an Ibec Responds mini-series of episodes focusing on the proceedings at COP27.World leaders and policy m...
The Supreme Court decision in the case of Maurice Power V HSE
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Mairead Crosby and Muireann McEnery discuss the recent Supreme Court decision in the case of Maurice Power...
A Claimantâs obligation to mitigate their losses in Unfair Dismissal Complaints
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Declan Thomas and Terry Mac Namara discuss the obligations on a Claimant to mitigate their losses when tak...
Economic Outlook Q3 2022: An economic reset
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The global economy is experiencing a period of reset to normalised monetary policy and higher energy costs. The key question facing businesses plannin...
Hamilton Day 2022: Celebrating Irelandâs greatest mathematician
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
William Rowan Hamilton is universally recognised as the greatest mathematician, and arguably the greatest scientist, that Ireland has produced to date...
Budget 2023: The business reaction
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Following Government's Budget 2023 announcement, Ibec Chief Economist and Head of National Policy, Gerard Brady, and Ibec Economist, Hazel Ahern-...
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union Address: The Irish Business reaction
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen gave her third annual State of the Union Address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg on...
Budget 2023: Leaning against the wind
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What does a good Budget for business look like? How can Government balance current needs whilst continuing to build long-term resilience in Budget 202...
The Employment Law Landscape and Wellbeing
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
2022 has proven to be another busy year for employment rights, with moves to legislate in areas such as statutory sick leave, the right to request rem...
Q2 2022 Economic Outlook: Turning Point
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this short episode of Ibec Voices we are joined by Ibec Chief Economist and Head of National Policy Gerard Brady and Ibec Economist Hazel Ahern-Fl...
Ibec Europe & Global Focus: What are the major issues impacting Irish business at the EU and global level?
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this short episode of Ibec Voices, we are joined by Ibecâs Dr Pat Ivory, Director of EU and International Affairs, and Neil Willoughby, Europea...
What are the necessary steps when preparing for an employment case at the Workplace Relations Commission?
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Jan Hayden and Michael McGrath discuss the necessary steps when preparing for an employment case at the Wo...
Steps employers in the private sector should take when preparing for pay negotiations
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Fiona Higgins and Stephen Driver discuss the steps employers in the private sector should take when prepar...
Reasonable accommodation and what it means in practice for employers
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Fergus Dwyer and Peter Flood discuss reasonable accommodation and what it means in practice for employers....
Analysing a recent Workplace Relations Commission decision on a dismissal for breach of a bullying and harassment policy resulting in a substantial award
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Mairead Crosby and Muireann McEnery discuss and analyse a recent decision by the Workplace Relations Commi...
The emergence of a 4-day work week and its potential impact on employers
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Maeve McElwee and Lydia Dodd discuss the emergence of a 4-day work week and its potential impact on employ...
The requirements, implications and legislative protections relating to probation
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Judy McNamara and Ciaran Loughran discuss the requirements, implications and legislative protections relat...
In conversation with Ibec CEO Danny McCoy and new BusinessEurope President Fredrik Persson
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode of Ibec Responds we are joined by Ibec CEO Danny McCoy and BusinessEurope President Fredrik Persson. They discuss priorities for Per...
Dublin Climate Summit 2022: In conversation with Minister Paschal Donohoe, President of the Eurogroup and Jackie King, Ibec Executive Director of Ibec Global
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Live from the Dublin Climate Summit 2022, this episode of Ibec Responds features President of the Eurogroup, Minister Paschal Donohoe, and Jackie King...
Economic Outlook Q1 2022: A difficult balancing act
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode of Ibec Responds we are joined by Ibec Chief Economist and Head of National Policy Ger Brady and Ibec Economist, Hazel Ahern-Flynn. ...
A Year in Review
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Work Talks reviews the developments of the past year and looks ahead to the changes and potential challenges 2022 will bring. 2021 cer...
Economic Outlook Q4 2021: Help wanted!
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For this this episode of Ibec Responds we are joined by Ibec's Chief Economist Ger Brady and Economist Hazel Ahern-Flynn. They present the findi...
Sustainable Development: âStillâ The Opportunity for Irish Economic Policymakers
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Voices we are taking you inside Aras an Uachtarain, the residence of the President of Ireland, to hear a very special address ...
COP26: Where do we go from here? Reflections with Minister Eamon Ryan
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this concluding episode of Ibecâs COP26 podcast mini-series, Dr Neil Walker speaks with Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications,...
COP26: A discussion with Steve Varley, EY Global Vice Chair for Sustainability
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the second week of the conference underway our mini series with a focus on COP26 continues. Â For this episode Dr Neil Walker, Head of Infrastruc...
COP26: A discussion with Steffen Engling, Adviser on EU Climate Policy at BusinessEurope: Part 3
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our mini-series with a focus on COP26 continues with the conclusion of the discussion between Dr Neil Walker Head of Infrastructure, Energy and Enviro...
COP26: A discussion with Steffen Engling, Adviser on EU Climate Policy at BusinessEurope: Part 2
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this instalment of our mini-series with a focus on COP26 we pick up the discussion between Dr Neil Walker Head of Infrastructure, Energy and Enviro...
COP26: A discussion with Steffen Engling, Adviser on EU Climate Policy at BusinessEurope: Part 1
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the third episode of our mini-series with a focus on COP26 we once again hear from Dr Neil Walker Head of Infrastructure, Energy and Environment at...
COP26: Great Expectations
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In our second episode of our mini series of Ibec Responds focusing on the proceedings at COP26, Dr Neil Walker, Head of Infrastructure, Energy and the...
COP26: When it comes to the crunch
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the introductory episode of a series of mini Ibec Responds episodes focusing on the proceedings at COP26 over the next two weeks, with regu...
Social Enterprise: Impact and Measurement
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Voices we look at the social enterprise sector in Ireland, with a particular focus on the measurement of impact. We explore th...
Hamilton Day 2021: Celebrating Ireland's greatest mathematician
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Ibec Voices we discuss upcoming Hamilton Day celebrations and the fascinating story of William Rowan Hamilton, universally recognis...
The evolving workplace: Achieving a sustainable balance
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Work Talks features contributions from international thought leaders Tsedal Neeley, Harvard Business School and Noah Askin of INSEAD a...
Womenâs Wellbeing and Career Development
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How can businesses support and promote womenâs wellbeing and career development? This pivotal issue is the focus of the latest episode of the Work T...
Tomorrow ready: Trends that will shape society and business on both sides of the Atlantic
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In a special bonus episode, Ibec Voices brings you insights from a recent virtual event that Ibec held with The Honourable Martin J Walsh, United Stat...
Human Rights: What Irish businesses need to know
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Ibec Voices will focus on the changing landscape for businesses in terms of their human rights obligations, both domestically and inte...
Workplace dispute resolution: What you need to know
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dispute resolution is topic relevant to every employer in Ireland, and is the focus of this episode of Work Talks. It will explore questions such as:H...
HSBC and Wells Fargo on Sustainable Finance
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Voices, we are focusing on the topic of sustainable finance. It will delve in to the following questions:What is sustainable f...
Making Ireland a success in tackling climate change
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode offers insights on the upcoming climate action and low carbon legislation and the action plan that is going to support Irelandâs transi...
Diversity & Inclusion
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why is Diversity and Inclusion so important in workplaces and what role does it play in addressing societal issues? Join our panel for a discussion o...