Latest Fergal o'brien Podcast Episodes
EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum - A Digital Experience
Ibec Podcasts - June 07, 2024 10:00 - 18 minutesSharon Higgins, Executive Director for Membership and Sectors, Ibec, is joined Aileesh Carew, CEO of EPIC – the Irish Emigration Museum, to explore the museum and visitor attraction sector’s role in Ireland’s Experience Economy, its economic contribution, and examine how Government can support ...
Talent Intelligence
Ibec Podcasts - June 05, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutesTalent Intelligence is the tool that is empowering HR and Business leaders to make more informed strategic decisions on their workforce planning and talent management. Irelands economy has performed remarkably well, despite the challenges we have faced over the last few years. This has positiv...
The impact of Local Elections on Irish business
Ibec Podcasts - June 04, 2024 08:00 - 25 minutesWith 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 ballot, while also taking a closer look at how local government functions and what potential reform could look like. In this episode of Ibec Responds,...
Using your vote for the European Elections
Ibec Podcasts - May 24, 2024 15:00 - 16 minutesWith polling day fast approaching on June 7th, Pat Ivory, Ibec’s Director of EU and International Affairs meets with Fionnuala Croker, the Acting Head of Office at the European Parliament Liaison Office in Ireland. Together, they take a retrospective look at previous elections, analysing voter...
Preparing for the European elections
Ibec Podcasts - May 20, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutesWith the European Parliament elections fast approaching on 7 June 2024, the context in which they are taking place is a critical period for Ireland and Europe. The EU is central to Ireland’s future success, and the elections are an opportunity for citizens to help shape that future. It is an opp...
Interest Rate Fluctuations Driven By Persistent Uncertainty
Ibec Podcasts - May 16, 2024 14:00 - 12 minutesIn this episode of Ibec Responds, we delve into the dynamic world of global economics, where interest rates reign supreme. From influencing spending habits to shaping investment decisions, interest rates play a pivotal role in driving economic activity. Join Executive Director, Ibec Global, Ja...
Electing in Europe, what will happen and why does it matter?
Ibec Podcasts - May 09, 2024 15:00 - 32 minutes2024 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 implementation as the EU seeks to strengthen competitiveness without lessening ambition. The EU is central to our future success. The 2024 Euro...
Experience Economy Insights - 'More than meets the eye'
Ibec Podcasts - April 25, 2024 10:00 - 18 minutesIn this episode of Ibec Responds, Sharon Higgins, Executive Director for Membership and Sectors in Ibec and Pat McCann, Chair of Ibec’s Experience Economy Policy Committee and formally CEO of Dalata Hotel Group, discuss our recent 'Experience Economy - More than meets the Eye' report and discuss...
Q1 Quarterly Economic Outlook 2024
Ibec Podcasts - April 15, 2024 08:00 - 16 minutesIn this episode, Ger Brady, Chief Economist at Ibec, discusses key findings from our 2024 Q1 Economic Outlook report with Ibec Economists, Hazel Ahern-Flynn and Mourad Mejdi. The Irish economy is still performing robustly, despite rising inflation and higher interest rates. This can be best see...
The Irish Techscape: Exploring Ireland’s Digital Adoption and Economy
Ibec Podcasts - March 20, 2024 12:00 - 24 minutesIn recent years, Ireland has emerged as a dynamic hub for technology, characterized by rapid innovation, robust infrastructure, and a vibrant ecosystem of startups and multinational corporations. With a rich history steeped in technological advancement, Ireland has continually embraced cutting-e...
Public Holidays that fall on a weekend
Ibec Podcasts - March 14, 2024 16:00 - 10 minutesEntitlements to Public Holidays are governed by The Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 and the method for calculating payment for Public Holidays is covered by Statutory Instrument No 475 of 1997. In this podcast, Linda Reid, Senior Employer Relations Executive and Lorraine Parkes Senior Emp...
Better Care, Better Business
Ibec Podcasts - March 12, 2024 15:00 - 8 minutesThere 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 undervalued. There is no centralised source of data on the breadth of actors in the care sector and more information is required to better plan for Irel...
The Code of Practice on the Right to Request Remote and Right to Request Flexible Working
Ibec Podcasts - March 08, 2024 14:00 - 16 minutesThe Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 was signed into law in April of 2023 and introduced various new entitlements, however two elements of this legislation required the drafting of a Code of Practice before the legislation could commence. This Code of Practice has now been...
What are Ireland’s airports doing to make aviation more environmentally sustainable?
Ibec Podcasts - February 29, 2024 12:00 - 25 minutesIreland’s State airports play a vital role in underpinning economic prosperity and regional development. However, they recognise the need to reduce their carbon footprints substantially over the coming decade, while helping their client airlines to do likewise. As major employers with extensiv...
European Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA)
Ibec Podcasts - December 21, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutesIn this episode of Ibec Responds, Jackie King, Executive Director of Ibec Global, highlights the significance of the new European Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) with Artie McConnell, Assistant United States Attorney and Deputy Chief of the National Security and Cybercrime Section at the ...
Combatting Aggression and Harassment in the Workplace – How employers can best protect employees and their businesses.
Ibec Podcasts - December 08, 2023 14:00 - 14 minutesWith recent aggressive events taking place in Dublin city, Michael Gillen and Bernie McMeel from Ibec discuss how employers can deal with their responsibilities regarding the health and safety of their employees in these circumstances. In this episode Michael and Bernie will be Looking at the l...
Economic Outlook Q4 2023
Ibec Podcasts - December 06, 2023 08:00 - 15 minutesFor this episode of Ibec Responds, we are joined by Ibec's own Fergal O'Brien, Executive Director of Lobbying and Influence, and Gerard Brady, Chief Economist. They discuss the key findings from our 2023 Q4 Economic Outlook. With the economy now entering a period of slowdown and consolidation, ...
COP28 - Great expectations amidst controversy
Ibec Podcasts - December 05, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutesThe UN’s 28th annual global climate talks (COP28) are firmly underway in Dubai and expectations are running high that a significant breakthrough could be delivered in the coming days. The national statements and ceremonial events with global leaders have largely concluded and the focus now sharp...
Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 - Domestic Violence Leave
Ibec Podcasts - November 23, 2023 09:00 - 8 minutesThe Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 was signed into law in April of this year and introduces various new entitlements for employees, one of which includes domestic violence leave, which will commence on 27 November. In this podcast, Pauline O’Hare, Senior Employment Law ...
Recent Labour Court Decisions on Discrimination on the grounds of Age
Ibec Podcasts - November 01, 2023 10:00 - 10 minutesIn this episode of KC Connect, Ibec experts Muireann McEnery and Ciar Murtagh discuss two recent Labour Court decisions dealing with claims of discrimination on the grounds of age by individuals who wished to remain in employment past their normal retirement age. In both of these cases, the Empl...
Ibec HR Update Survey 2023
Ibec Podcasts - October 26, 2023 13:00 - 21 minutesIn this podcast, Fiona Higgins and Stephen Driver discuss the findings of this year’s HR update survey including key insights into pay and resourcing as well as trends relating to HR priorities and investments, learning and development, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Diversity Equity and Inclusio...
Reaction to Budget Day 2024
Ibec Podcasts - October 11, 2023 09:00 - 9 minutesIn 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 showed ambition in terms of investment and establishment of schemes for SME's and startups. Thank you for listening. To explore all of Ibec's podcast...
Safeguarding Ireland's competitiveness: Budget 2024
Ibec Podcasts - October 05, 2023 15:00 - 18 minutesIn this episode of Ibec Responds, Ibec Chief Economist, Ger Brady and Executive Director of Employer Relations, Maeve McElwee sit down to discuss upcoming budget and the far-reaching impact of increasing labour costs for businesses. By 2026 Government plans to replace the national minimum wage ...
Seasonal employment law update - Autumn 2023
Ibec Podcasts - September 27, 2023 09:00 - 11 minutesThe 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 this podcast, Linda Reid, Senior Employer Relations Executive and Briana Duffy, Employer Relations Executive, provide listeners with an update on ...
30 Years of the EU Single Market
Ibec Podcasts - September 12, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutesThe European single market represents a vital component of Ireland's economy. Over the past thirty years Ireland has been able to take advantage of the free flow of goods, services, capital, and people, which has led to significant growth in the country's trade and investment. The single marke...
Could Ireland’s tradition of storytelling support our diversity
Ibec Podcasts - August 30, 2023 12:00 - 20 minutesIreland has a long and tradition of storytelling, from captivating mythology to heartfelt recounting of daily life to tales that impart lessons or foster a sense of community or historical understanding. These fascinating stories pique interest, broaden horizons, and encourage us to learn about ...
Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023, Update and Practical Tips for Employers
Ibec Podcasts - August 08, 2023 14:00 - 13 minutesThe Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 was signed into law in April of this year and introduces various new entitlements for employees. In this podcast, Linda Reid, Senior Employer Relations Executive and Nichola Harkin, Head of Employment Law Services, provide listeners wi...
Climate Action: A Toolkit for Business
Ibec Podcasts - June 29, 2023 08:00 - 17 minutesFor businesses, climate action is no longer simply a question of environmental compliance and corporate responsibility. Today it is a matter of business value and competitiveness. Businesses that do not address their climate impacts will increasingly get left behind by consumers, investors, and ...
Talent to Thrive: A new Paradigm for Education and Enterprise
Ibec Podcasts - May 29, 2023 09:00 - 38 minutesInternationally, Ireland’s education system has an enviable reputation due to high participation in higher education and the collaborative nature of the system in the development of a graduate talent stream. Talented people, the availability of key skills, and the ability to connect easily with...
Untouched Talent: A unique look at entrepreneurship through the lens of disability
Ibec Podcasts - May 08, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutesFinding and sustaining work is a challenge for many people with disabilities, and often conversations around disabilities come from a place of reasonable accommodation rather than capturing the talent and innovation that many people with disabilities bring to their work. People with disabilities...
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