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Business Brief
IBEC welcomes public capital
IBEC, the group that represents Irish business, today welcomed the announcement by Government that €39 billion will be in invested by the Exchequer over the next seven years in a revised public capital programme.
Diesel prices on rise again
The haulage industry has been advised that the average price of diesel across the country this month has risen 0.9cent a litre in the last month to an average of 124.9 cent.
Business sentiment strengthens further in Q2
IBEC, the group that represents Irish business, today published the results of its latest Business Sentiment Survey, which shows that business confidence strengthened in Q2 for the third consecutive quarter, but recovery is stronger in the exporting sectors than in the domestic economy.
SFA Jobs Sentiment Survey
The Small Firms Association (SFA) has released the findings of its Q2 2010 Jobs Sentiment Survey.
Don’t cut road and rail projects – CILT
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) has expressed disappointment at reports that significant national road and rail projects may be scrapped as part of cost-saving measures by the Government and relevant transport authorities.
Government bio-fuels policy crippling hauliers – IRHA
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) is seeking a crisis meeting with Enterprise Minister Batt O’Keeffe to highlight flaws in the government’s bio-fuels policy.
New drink drive limits for truck drivers
New drink drive limits for professional drivers, including truck drivers have been passed through the Dáil.
Small business under pressure – SFA
The Small Firms Association (SFA) has released the findings of its Summer Business Sentiment Survey.
ISME warns on bank credit
The Irish Small & Medium Enterprises Association, today has claimed that banks are continuing to refuse lending to the majority of SMEs.
Limerick Tunnel to open at end of July
The €660 million Limerick Tunnel is set to open at the end of July.
Government must invest in infrastructure
IBEC, ICTU, Dublin Chamber of Commerce and the Construction Industry Council joined together to call on Government to reinvigorate the economy by investing in Ireland’s infrastructure.
O’Keefe welcomes UK VAT changes
The British Government’s decision to increase its VAT rate, coupled with the decline in value of the euro against sterling, will stimulate the domestic economy and create jobs., according to Enterprise, Trade and Innovation, Minister, Batt O’Keeffe TD.
Time to manage work related vehicle risk
The Chartered Institute of Transport & Logistics is organising a breakfast seminar on managing work related vehicle risk.
IRHA furious over Working Time Directive changes
The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has expressed its concern over changes in the Working Time Directive that will lead to self-employed haulage operators coming under the scope of the 48-hour rule for the first time.
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