VOLKSWAGEN Group has said that bad planning on the part of its suppliers has compounded a computer chip shortage blighting the global auto industry, claiming it gave ample notice that the coronavirus’ hit to car production would be limited.
“MANY consumers will consider switching to credit unions following Ulster Bank’s departure — rather than go to the two big banks”
BUSINESS owners must prepare for the new regulations that will follow the passing of the forthcoming Climate Action Bill, according to the project leads behind a new €3.9m University College Cork initiative that aims to help industry make the most of the green transition.
MANY cancer survivors face discrimination when accessing financial services such as mortgages and insurances. This is according to Ireland South MEP Deirdre Clune who has called for equal access to financial services, including insurance for cancer survivors.
SOME insurers are charging older drivers triple what is available elsewhere on the car insurance market. This is according to experts at Insuremycars.ie who say they're Over 70s Cost Comparison Analysis reveals staggering price differentials across the market. The online brokers ran the numbers on the back of a noticeable increase in calls from drivers above a certain age this year, particularly when lockdown restrictions were in place across the country.
DOWN syndrome Ireland (DSI) and charity partners MACE, have launched a national fundraising campaign to support adults with Down syndrome experiencing isolation and limited job opportunities due to Covid-19.
THE NDRC today launched new supports nationwide to help early stage founders take the first steps to creating globally scalable and innovative tech startups. Republic of Work, based in Cork City’s South Mall, will serve as a regional centre of excellence, delivering programmes in the South East of the country.
IRELAND South MEP Deirdre Clune has highlighted that support is available to women who wish to use lockdown as an opportunity to upskill. MEP Clune said that women who have worked in the home for a while and want to upskill could access courses to help them return to the workforce.
THE Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Michael McGrath TD and Minister of State for Public Procurement and eGovernment Ossian Smyth TD, has welcomed the publication of new guidance from the Office of Government Procurement supporting the deployment of cloud computing across the public service.
A PROPERLY planned partnership such as a Registered or Unregistered Farm can assist in the farm transfer and succession process, enhance profitability and work-life balance, reduce Income Tax, secure 50% Stock Relief, and a potential double ceiling for the new TAMS II Capital Grant.
