7 days ago
Competitiveness summit to be held in Government Buildings
A summit on competitiveness will be held in Government Buildings today.
The gathering, which will be attended by the Taoiseach, the Tánaiste and the economic ministers will focus on business competitiveness.
Minister for Enterprise Peter Burke will address what needs to be done in order to retain jobs.
He previously said he would be setting out "15 clear wins" or measures that the Government can take in the short term.
He had said this will send a "really strong signal to business" that Ireland is going to retain the most competitive economy in Europe.
Minister Burke will tell cabinet colleagues that major investment is needed in areas such as energy capacity, water services and housing to ensure Ireland does not lose out on the jobs of the future.
Tánaiste Simon Harris will tell summit that the Government is working constructively to protect Irish jobs and investment and shield Irish businesses and consumers from any negative impacts.
He will say that the Competitiveness and Productivity Action Plan will help insulate businesses from some uncertainties.