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Cork’s Gastronomy Stars Take Centre Stage at Free Demos and Talks During Cork on a Fork Festival Next Week

Cork’s thriving food scene will step into the spotlight next week as Cork on a Fork Fest returns for its fourth year from Tuesday 13th to Saturday 17th August. Organised by Cork City Council, this five-day celebration of food, flavour, and community spirit will serve up a packed programme of nearly 100 events across the… Continue reading Cork’s Gastronomy Stars Take Centre Stage at Free Demos and Talks During Cork on a Fork Festival Next Week

Budget 2026 must prioritise competitive taxation policy to support business

Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has today published its pre-Budget submission, calling on government to prioritise competitive taxation policy to support business in Budget 2026. Against the current backdrop of evolving international trade dynamics, government must also take steps to reduce administrative burdens for business and enable innovation and entrepreneurship to secure… Continue reading Budget 2026 must prioritise competitive taxation policy to support business

EU-US Trade Agreement Brings Some Clarity, but Irish Competitiveness at Risk, says Cork Chamber

Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has responded to the new EU-US trade deal as a step towards greater certainty for transatlantic trade. However, Cork Chamber emphasised that it does not deliver what is needed for a competitive international economic environment and poses particular risks to the Irish economy. Cork Chamber CEO, Conor… Continue reading EU-US Trade Agreement Brings Some Clarity, but Irish Competitiveness at Risk, says Cork Chamber

NDP Milestone Welcome but must be Matched with Details and Delivery, says Cork Chamber

Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, welcomes the announcement of significant investment as part of the revised National Development Plan (NDP). Today’s announcement represents a positive commitment to future funding, but it is now critical that this is followed by detail, timelines for delivery and decisive action.   Director of Public and International Affairs,… Continue reading NDP Milestone Welcome but must be Matched with Details and Delivery, says Cork Chamber

Love is on the Menu – Cork on a Fork Serves Up the Ultimate ‘Day & Night Date’ Experiences

This summer, fall in love with food, Cork City, and maybe even each other at Cork on a Fork Fest, taking place from August 13th–17th. Whether you're planning to impress someone new or celebrate a long-time flame, the festival is offering a jam-packed menu of nearly 100 food-filled events across the city, from pop-up feasts… Continue reading Love is on the Menu – Cork on a Fork Serves Up the Ultimate ‘Day & Night Date’ Experiences

Concern over Impact of Non-Domestic Water Tariff Increase on Cost of Doing Business

Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has expressed concern that the imposition of a 9.8% increase in non-domestic water tariffs will place additional strain on businesses already struggling with rising operating costs and global trade uncertainties. Director of Public and International Affairs at Cork Chamber, Cathal McSweeney, said, “In the current context of… Continue reading Concern over Impact of Non-Domestic Water Tariff Increase on Cost of Doing Business

Cork Craft Month launches its biggest programme yet as Cork Craft & Design celebrates 20 years

The full schedule of events is now available to view and book at corkcraftanddesign.ie   Cork Craft Month has launched its most ambitious programme yet — featuring 99 events, including 80 hands-on workshops — as Cork Craft & Design marks 20 years as one of Ireland’s leading craft organisations. The full schedule is now available to book… Continue reading Cork Craft Month launches its biggest programme yet as Cork Craft & Design celebrates 20 years