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Time to take action on the planning system, Commission told
Read moreThe Interim Regional Planning Commission has heard why swift action across all parts of the planning system is necessary if Northern Ireland’s planning system is to become an enabler of economic growth.
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Minister for Infrastructure John O’Dowd meets with new connectivity stakeholder group
Read moreThe Minister for Infrastructure John O’Dowd MLA today met with a new connectivity stakeholder group, bringing together key stakeholders across…
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NI business report ‘steady’ performance in Q2 with some signs of growth
Read moreThe latest research from NI Chamber and BDO NI indicates that business performance in Northern Ireland was steady in Q2…
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‘Welcome’ cut in interest rates announced by Bank of England
Read moreCommenting on today’s decision by the Bank of England to drop interest rates to 5%, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, NI…
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NI Chamber responds to King’s Speech
Read moreCommenting on the King’s Speech, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, NI Chamber said: “We welcome the strong focus on growth in…
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The work starts now
Read moreLast week saw Sir Keir Starmer make his first visit to Northern Ireland as the new Prime Minister. He received…
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Business is ‘ready to get to work’ with MPs says Chamber CEO
Read moreFollowing the General Election result, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive at Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) says…
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Caitroina McCusker is new NI Chamber President
Read moreCaitroina (Cat) McCusker, the Regional Market Leader for PwC in Northern Ireland, is the new President of Northern Ireland Chamber…
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NI Chamber publishes business manifesto ahead of UK General Election
Read moreAhead of polling day in the UK General Election, today (Thursday 30 May) Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce & Industry…
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Enter the 2024 NI Chamber Business Awards
Read moreNI Chamber is inviting member businesses across Northern Ireland to enter the 2024 NI Chamber Business Awards before Friday 7…
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NI Chamber joins JAM Card movement to enhance diversity and inclusion amongst business community
Read moreNorthern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) is the latest business leader to join the JAM Card movement,…
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Chambers of Commerce lead collaborate efforts on ‘economic game changers’
Read moreNorthern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) has hosted a delegation of businesses leaders from Cork and Dublin,…
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Belfast International Airport is NI Chamber Patron
Read moreNorthern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) has announced that Belfast International Airport has joined its growing list…
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Conference hears why partnership is key to a ‘prosperous, productive and inclusive economy’
Read moreMore than 300 businesspeople have joined policymakers including Economy Minister Conor Murphy and the new Chief Executive of Invest NI,…
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NI Chamber welcomes Finance Minister’s Reval26 announcement
Read moreNI Chamber welcomes the Finance Minister’s announcement of the next non-domestic rates revaluation Reval26. This is consistent with a long…
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Momentum conference to inspire collaboration for business growth
Read moreProminent figures including Economy Minister, Conor Murphy and the recently appointed Chief Executive of Invest NI, Kieran Donoghue will address…
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Galgorm Collection is new NI Chamber Patron
Read moreNorthern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) has announced that luxury hospitality group Galgorm Collection is the latest…
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NI Chamber confirms new strategic alliance in USA
Read moreOn Monday 11 March 2024, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) signed its first international Memorandum of…
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Spring Budget Statement ‘doesn’t sufficiently tackle the issues head on’ says NI Chamber
Read moreCommenting on the Chancellor’s Spring Budget Statement, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber)…
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NI Chamber responds to Economy Minister’s Economic Vision
Read moreSpeaking after the Economy Minister delivered his Economic Vision to the Northern Ireland Assembly, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland…
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Business lessons on the breakfast menu
Read moreNorthern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) and Bank of Ireland have launched their 2024 Business Breakfast Series,…
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Welcoming the restoration of the Northern Ireland Executive, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, NI Chamber said:
Read more“The restoration of the Northern Ireland Executive is very welcome news for business. We hope it marks the return of…
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US Special Envoy Joe Kennedy III addresses NI Chamber members
Read moreU.S. Special Envoy to Northern Ireland for Economic Affairs, Joe Kennedy III addressed a group of NI Chamber members in…
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NI Chamber welcomes news that Executive may be restored imminently
Read moreNI Chamber’s President, Cathal Geoghegan and Chief Executive, Suzanne Wylie have welcomed news that the Northern Ireland Executive may be…
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Important information about moving goods to GB from Irish Ports from 31 January
Read moreBackground In line with information published in the Border Target Operating Model, certain goods will face full customs controls when…
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Non-Domestic Rates Consultation
Read moreAs members may be aware, the Department of Finance currently has a number of live consultations on revenue raising following…
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NI Chamber publishes proposals to reform the planning system
Read moreNorthern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) has published its recommendations for the reform of the region’s planning…
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NI Chamber President: 2024 is the time to reset and prioritise progress
Read moreThe President of the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) has called on Northern Ireland’s political leaders…
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Statement from NI Chamber
Read moreCommenting on today’s meeting between the Secretary of State and Northern Ireland’s political party leaders, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, Northern…
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Business Alliance and the Public Sector Chairs’ Forum call for level playing field for Northern Ireland
Read moreSpeaking today (23 November 2023) the Northern Ireland Business Alliance joined together with the Public Sector Chairs’ Forum (PSCF) to…
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NI Chamber responds to Autumn Statement
Read moreCommenting on the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) said: …
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NI Chamber says Autumn Statement must include targeted action on childcare
Read moreSpeaking ahead of the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, NI Chamber said: “The Chancellor’s Autumn Statement must be…
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NI Chamber President: Time for a restored Executive to take tough decisions
Read moreThe President of Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) has stressed the case for a restored, fully…
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Public Affairs Update: Future Workforce Summit
Read moreNI Chamber hosted its inaugural Future Workforce Summit at the iconic Titanic Belfast on Thursday 26 October. Over 200 passionate…
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NI Chamber to host inaugural Workforce Summit
Read moreNorthern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) is set to host its first Future Workforce Summit on Thursday…
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NI Chamber responds to Action Plan following review of Invest NI
Read moreFollowing publication of an Action Plan in response to the Independent Review of Invest NI, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, Northern…
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Public Affairs Update – September
Read moreA Skilled and Inclusive Workforce Future Workforce Summit NI Chamber is pleased to announce that the inaugural Future Workforce Summit…
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NI Business Alliance welcomes focus on investment
Read moreSpeaking about the Northern Ireland Investment Summit, members of the NI Business Alliance have welcomed the focus on investment, saying:…
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NI Chamber responds to Border Target Operating Model implementation delay
Read moreStatement 29 August 2023 Commenting on the announcement that the timeline for implementation of the Border Target Operating Model, which…
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Windsor Framework – UK Trader Scheme Registration Reminder
Read moreWhat is the UK Internal Market Scheme (UKIMS)? As members will be aware, UKIMS will be the new authorisation to…
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Public Affairs Update – July
Read moreRestoration of an Executive Since taking up the role in June, NI Chamber President, Cathal Geogeghan has wasted no time…
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NI Chamber President reiterates calls for ‘political leadership to sustain growth and attract investment’
Read moreThe President of Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber), Cathal Geoghegan has said there is still time…
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Statement from NI Chamber
Read moreFollowing today’s funding announcement from Young Enterprise NI, Cathal Geoghegan, President, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber)…
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Comment from NI Chamber on Employment Survey Results
Read moreCommenting on the publication of Quarterly Employment Survey results published today (13 June 2023) by NISRA, Christopher Morrow, Acting Chief…
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Statement on the Department for the Economy’s budget allocation
Read moreCommenting on the Department for the Economy’s budget allocation, Ann McGregor, Chief Executive, NI Chamber said: “Confirmation of the budget…
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Statement from NI Chamber
Read moreFollowing today’s written statement by Northern Ireland Secretary of State Chris Heaton-Harris, Ann McGregor, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Chamber of…
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Positive perceptions and a strong international reputation
Read moreLast week, I had the enormous privilege of leading an international showcase, which saw NI Chamber and Dublin Chamber visit…
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NI Chamber promotes advantage and opportunity in US Capital
Read moreA joint delegation from Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) and Dublin Chamber has arrived in Washington…
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Statement on the Spring Budget
Read moreSpeaking from Washington D.C, where she is leading a delegation visiting the US capital to promote economic opportunities in Northern…
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NI Chamber profiles ‘Advantage’ in Toronto
Read moreA joint delegation from Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) and Dublin Chamber have concluded a two…
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International showcase to promote ‘Advantage’ in USA and Canada
Read moreNorthern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) has announced details of an international showcase, which will see it…
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Statement from the Northern Ireland Business Brexit Working Group
Read more“As a collaboration of 14 industry bodies, we commend the considerable efforts made by the EU and the UK Government…
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Valuing social enterprise
Read moreAcross Northern Ireland, social enterprises are positively contributing to life and work in a huge variety of innovative ways. The…
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Public Affairs Update
Read moreDecember 2022 – January 2023 It was a busy end to 2022 and start of 2023 for the Policy and…
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Business performance remains steady, but weak
Read moreMost businesses say they are currently trading well (31%) or reasonably (49%) 55% of NI Chamber members believe their business…
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New Year message from NI Chamber President
Read more2023: A significant milestone The message from investors is clear; 2023 is the year we must turn targets into action…
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Comment on veterinary medicines extension
Read moreFollowing confirmation that there will be an extension to the grace period for veterinary medicines until 31 December 2025, Stuart…
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NI businesses report increasing international trade
Read moreBusinesses in Northern Ireland are reporting a strong appetite for international trade, according to the findings of a recent survey…
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Statement from NI Chamber
Read moreCommenting on today’s statement from the Northern Ireland Secretary of State Chris Heaton-Harris, Ann McGregor, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Chamber…
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Energy Forum to examine the year ahead
Read moreNI Chamber’s next Energy Forum will examine the outlook for 2023, discussing future trends including electric vehicles and how the…
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NI Chamber comments on Autumn Statement
Read moreCommenting on the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement, Ann McGregor, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) said:…
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Statement following Secretary of State’s confirmation that there will not be an election in December
Read moreFollowing confirmation from the Secretary of State that there will not be an election in December, Gillian McAuley, President, Northern…
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Have your say: International Trade Survey
Read moreToday we are opening our International Trade Survey in partnership with Invest Northern Ireland. Political change at Westminster means that…
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Public Affairs Update
Read moreOctober has been another busy month for the Public Affairs team with the timeframe for local parties to form an…
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A pivotal moment for the NI economy: Statement from the President and Vice-President
Read moreIn a joint statement, the President and Vice-President of Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) have said:…
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New PM needs to deliver stability and certainty
Read moreFollowing Rishi Sunak MP’s election as the new leader of the Conservative Party, Ann McGregor, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Chamber…
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NI Chamber responds to the Chancellor’s statement
Read moreResponding to the Chancellor’s statement, Ann McGregor, Chief Executive of Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber), said:…
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NI Chamber comments on mini-budget
Read moreCommenting on the Chancellor’s mini-budget, Ann McGregor, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry said: “Businesses will welcome…
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Julian Smith CBE MP to address NI Chamber’s new Public Affairs Forum
Read moreNorthern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) has launched a new Public Affairs forum, designed to help member…
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Comment following appointment of new Secretary of State for NI
Read moreCommenting after the appointment of a new Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Ann McGregor, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Chamber…
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Statement: NI Chamber responds to interest rate rises
Read moreResponding to the Bank of England’s decision to raise interest rates, Gillian McAuley, President, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and…
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NI Chamber Public Affairs Update
Read moreIt has been a busy month on the Public Affairs front with the Northern Ireland Protocol dominating much of the…
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Response to publication of NI Protocol bill
Read moreCommenting on the publication of the Northern Ireland Protocol bill, Stuart Anderson, Head of Public Affairs, Northern Ireland Chamber of…