Colm Burke

Awareness of proposals contained in its Pride of Place document

To call on Government to deliver asks in Cork Chamber's local and european election manifestos across housing, talent attraction, renewable energy, sustainability, and supporting business.

To secure funding and support for development projects in Cork.

To progress regional priorities for Cork including sustainability, housing, infrastructure, transport, education and skills, placemaking, and pace of delivery.

Communicate Ibec priorities concerning the Care and United Patent Court referendums and views on economic trends

To discuss the issue of flood defenses for Cork City.

To lobby designated public officials via a speech from Cork Chamber President Ronan Murray on the need for the progression of the Cork region in relation to key areas such as renewable energy, infrastructure, housing, and FDI.

To progress the development of Housing in Cork.

Meeting with An Taoiseach to progress the development of housing in Cork.

Highlighting concerns of policies that obstruct businesses from allowing employees to run for elected office.

Provide an overview of Apple's footprint in Ireland and the opportunities and challenges faced by Apple's campus, and discussion of the environmental impact of digital product information

A meeting with Justice Minister Helen McEntee, Cork Chamber and the Cork Development Forum to discuss policing resources in the city.

Measures in Budget 2024 to address the challenges facing businesses in the Cork region

The Cork Chamber Annual Dinner is the region’s largest flagship event of the year, bringing together business leaders, political decision makers and influencers. This year Chamber spoke of the need to address some key challenges in the region.

Secure additional measures and increased investment for the Cork Region in Budget 2023