Chamber News

We Are In This Together
December 2020

Here at DLR Chamber we are offering new members 15 months of membership for the price of 12 months.

This great offer runs for the period October 2020 to December 2021.

By joining the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Chamber, we will provide your business with resources and networking to thrive in our local community.

Join the #DLRBusinessCommunity and email gabby@dlrchamber.ie today for further information on rates and application forms.

DLR County Chamber Business Awards

A HUGE thank you to everyone who tuned into the #DLRBusinessAwards on Friday 4th December 2020.

And well done to all the winners and nominees of 2020!

Here’s a recap of our special winners!

Going Green: Kokoro Organics Ltd

Business Support and Mentoring: RBK Chartered Accountants

Business Goodwill: Airfield Estate

Business Entrepreneur: Re-Cycle

Business Employee Heroes: Peter Rice Dublin South 93.9 FM

Community Support: Nutgrove Shopping Centre

Small Retailer: Trimbles

Outstanding Business Resilience: Glencullen Adventure Park

Business Reinvention: Martin O’Byrne, The PPE Shop

DLR County Chamber Business Awards 2020/21

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RBK launches International Desk Russia

RBK have just launched our International Desk – Russia, a dedicated service line for Russian speaking individuals operating businesses in Ireland or looking to set up a business in Ireland.

This is a unique service offering in our industry and we believe it is one of the first of its kind amongst Irish accountancy firms. We are focusing on Russian speakers who may have businesses in Ireland or who are interested in doing business in Ireland as well as Irish businesses seeking to develop new markets in Russia/CIS.

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Season Greetings From Naomi’s Kitchen

After a tough year for our tight-knit local business community and to celebrate our new Click and Collect service, we would like reach out to our fellow Chamber of Commerce members by offering a 10% discount on our Grazing Boards and Festive Food Boxes.

Use code NKCHAMBER10 at checkout when using our
Click and Collect service for a 10% discount on
Festive Food Boxes and Grazing Boards.
Expires 18th December 2020

Fitzpatrick Castle Opening Hours

Lobby Open from 9am serving coffee/light refreshments with lunch from 12pm

Afternoon Tea is served from 1.30pm – 5pm

Mapas open for dinner each evening from 5.30pm

Click here for more information

We are continuing our B2B networking events please look out for our invitations so you can join us.
If you would like to deliver some content please email gabby@dlrchamber.ie.

Minding Your Wellbeing Programme

Brought to you by HSE Health and Wellbeing, this evidence-based programme provides a unique opportunity for people to learn more about mindfulness, gratitude, self-care and resilience.

Video 1. Practising Self – Care

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LEO-DRL Online Bookings

To assist the small business community in meeting the challenge of the business world, Local Enterprise Office Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown provides a wide range of high quality supports which are tailored to meet specific business requirements. Whether you are starting a business or growing a business there is something suitable for everyone.

Click here for more information

Brexit: Three Key Steps to Prepare Now
Brexit Advice, Guidance and Financial Supports

We have compiled a number of useful links for you to help get your business Brexit ready and listed important sources of advice, guidance and financial supports.

Click here for full list of information

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“How do I support staff mental health post-lockdown?”

Studies show nearly two-thirds of adults have suffered symptoms of depression, stress or anxiety since COVID-19 hit in March. That’s six people if you employ a workforce of nine.

Yet 56% of workers say they haven’t had any mental health support from their employers.

And with a second wave of the virus looming, now’s the time to plan how you’ll help your staff overcome their struggles—and deliver their best work every day.

Here’s what you need to do to support your workers’ mental health post-lockdown.

Read full Blog release here

Chambers Ireland Welcomes ECB Action to Support Economy Through Threats of Brexit and COVID-19

“Today’s action by the ECB is welcome news. Today’s announcement will ensure that even if Britain leaves on World Trade Organisation terms, the cost of the deficit borrowing that Ireland is likely to need next year should not be detrimental to the long-term sustainability of our public finances.” Chambers Ireland Chief Executive, Ian Talbot.

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