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Fingal Chamber is advising members about an email phishing scam associating itself with the Chamber. Emails state that they offer Chamber membership information for purchase.

Businesses are being urged not to provide any details to these companies, as it's believed they are spam targeting Chambers of Commerce in different jurisdictions. These emails do not come from an affiliate, partner, or programs associated with the Chamber. Those with questions are asked to contact Fingal Chamber at news@fingalchamber.ie or 01-8900977.

The WRC Inspectorate carries out workplace inspections to ensure Employer compliance with a range of employment laws. In its recently published Annual Report, the WRC highlighted that the inspection service carried out 4,727 workplace inspections in 2023, up from 3,943 in 2022.

Adare’s most recent HR Barometer Series 8.1 included one remarkable figure that highlights the high price Organisations pay to replace Employees.

The research found that the average cost of replacing an Employee in 2024 is €9,461, up over €2,000 from €7,321 in April 2022. The average cost of replacing an Employee in a medium-sized business is €10,092, while for large-sized businesses this figure increases to €11,932.

Adare’s HR Barometer 8.1 has found that while Organisations expect Employee turnover rates to stabilise this year, there has been a notable pivot in Employee retention strategies with less focus on financial incentives and a greater focus on enhancing the overall benefits and reward packages offered to new and existing talent.

Adare Trusted People Partners (formerly Adare Human Resource Management) recently published our HR Barometer report which revealed that 74% of Organisations in Ireland reported experiencing workplace conflict in 2023, representing a notable 5% increase from the previous year. The rise in grievances and disciplinary issues may indicate ongoing challenges related to managing Employee expectations around hybrid and remote working in the post-pandemic era.

The transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies in reshaping the workforce is profound. Recent IMF analysis suggests that AI could impact nearly 40 percent of global employment, underscoring the significant influence of these technologies. In this article, Adare Human Resource Management analyses The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act that was passed by the European Parliament on 13th March 2024 and considers the impact of the regulation on Irish businesses and HR professionals need to prepare for upcoming legislation.

Conflict is a normal part of working life. That’s why every successful Organisation takes a proactive approach to managing and resolving conflict. Failure to deal with Employee conflict leads to a range of negative HR consequences like low morale, high turnover and low retention. Managers and HR professionals who quickly identify the appropriate level of intervention needed to defuse workplace clashes or misunderstandings enjoy the best results in minimising the negative consequences of unresolved workplace conflict.

The debate concerning data centres in Ireland revolves around several key issues, including their environmental impact, energy consumption, economic benefits, and infrastructural strain.

The Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment recently launched Powering Prosperity - Ireland’s Offshore Wind Industrial Strategy, the first strategy of its kind for Ireland. The Strategy aims to build a successful, vibrant and impactful offshore wind energy industry in Ireland, ensuring that the sector creates as much value as possible throughout the country maximising the economic benefits associated with government ambitions to deliver its 2030, 2040 and 2050 offshore wind targets.

These new Employee rights represent a significant shift for businesses necessitating a reassessment of internal processes, aligning with modern workforce needs, and maintaining compliance in response to more flexible employment structures. Adare Human Resource Management is committed to guiding Employers through the evolving landscape of employment laws and practices.