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Ahead of the next general election, Chartered Accountants Ireland is campaigning to ensure the next Government recognises and supports the critical role SMEs play in Ireland's economy. We have engaged extensively with members in recent months listening to what they believe needs to be prioritised to make Ireland a better place to work and live. Our election manifesto 'Securing A Sustainable Economy' sets out the following key priorities: 👷‍♀️ Reduce labour costs for SMEs 📓 Think 'small first' when introducing new legislation 🈺 Simplify the tax regime to encourage enterprise 🚸 Make more childcare places available for working parents Until election day (whenever that day comes) our team will continue to work tirelessly to promote our members' priorities to politicians and policymakers alike. Stephen Lowry Gearóid O'Sullivan Leontia Doran Susan Rossney Barry Doyle Barry Dempsey Sinead Donovan Pamela McCreedy FCA Jill Farrelly MPRII Jeremy Twomey

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Thinking of locating or expanding your business into Ireland? There’s a lot more to it than just an appealing corporate tax regime!   MHA’s latest article gives a helpful overview of doing business in Ireland. It's a great, quick read for any business thinking of Ireland as a possible location: https://lnkd.in/eBsZGzJn #Tax #CorporateTax #RandD

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💬 Brian McEnery's Insights for Finance Dublin: The Strength of the Irish Accountancy Marketing In the September Edition of Finance Dublin, BDO Ireland’s Managing Partner, Brian McEnery, shared insights alongside other leaders of Ireland's top accountancy firms. BDO's latest results highlight a period of strategic growth and adaptability in response to the evolving economic landscape. Our commitment to quality, client service, and developing our people remains at the heart of everything we do. This dedication has been reflected in our move to a new state-of-the-art office, our nomination among Ireland's top 150 employers, and our ongoing investment in key areas such as Sustainability, Private Equity, and Financial Services. As ESG continues to grow in importance, BDO’s sustainability services are helping clients stay ahead in a rapidly changing market. Read Brian's piece in full here: https://lnkd.in/eemEkhBw #BDOIreland #FinanceDublin #Accountancy

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Interesting article from John Burns in today's Irish Independent around share based remuneration. Of note, the level of remuneration provided by share based remuneration is significant (€2.8 billion in 2023) and rapidly growing (€2.1 billion in 2022). However the system is complex for all stakeholders and needs to be simplified. The various regimes also need to be enhanced to support usage among SMEs who are increasingly having to offer share-based remuneration as a way of competing with larger competitors. These recommendations have formed part of our Deloitte 2025 pre-budget submission which you can read here: https://lnkd.in/eF7zrV9H #DeloitteBudget2025 #DeloitteTax #Budget2025 https://lnkd.in/ePg-p4-g

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Recent amendments to the attached Chartered Accountants Ireland CPD Regulations have facilitated simplification of how our members confirm compliance with their CPD requirements and the Institute’s Code of Ethics. Henceforth, by paying their annual membership subscription, or permitting this to be paid on their behalf, or otherwise renewing their membership, members are automatically acknowledging CPD compliance and their awareness of Code of Ethics obligations. As a consequence, members generally will no longer have to submit an annual declaration (the Individual Annual Return) in respect of these matters. Please note, that Responsible Individuals (statutory auditors) in audit firms registered by the Institute remain subject to a separate CPD compliance regime based on Irish company law and IAASA requirements. To learn more on these changes and how they impact you, check out this short article at the link below: https://lnkd.in/ex-xERPh If you have queries in relation to the above, please contact our Professional Standards Department at [email protected] #charteredaccountants #ireland #northernireland #cpd #ethics

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📖 BDO Ireland | 2025 Budget Highlights 📖 Our 2025 Budget Highlights document is now available, covering key areas such as: 📊 Business Tax 🏢 Capital Tax 💸 VAT 👤 Income Tax, USC, PRSI, and more Get the full breakdown and see how these changes may impact you and your business. Derek Henry | Angela Fleming | Cian O'Sullivan | Philip Nolan #BDOIreland #Budget2025 #TaxUpdates #IrishEconomy #BusinessTax

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What tax obligations apply to an Irish regulated fund? We have prepared a comprehensive report which addresses this question across fund level, investor level and investment level for each type of legal vehicle. Click here for more details https://lnkd.in/eRJ2VwF6

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What tax obligations apply to an Irish regulated fund? We have prepared a comprehensive report which addresses this question across fund level, investor level and investment level for each type of legal vehicle. Click here for more details https://lnkd.in/eRJ2VwF6

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Good to hear the Governement is considering scrapping the proposed changes to CGT retirement relief on the transfer of business. The proposed changes , if implemented, would have resulted in some businesses not being transferred until the current owner passed away or being sold to fund the tax. With the need to encourage Irish companies to scale and remain with family owners inappropriate tax provisions would have a negative effect . Forvis Mazars were delighted to assist various organisations in highlighting the practical impact of poorly researched legislative proposals. Perhaps a bit more consultation on the impact of proposed legislative changes would be best all round in the future.

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Budget 2025 - How Will that impact your business? Interested to hear more join Kinore, Finance & Business Services along with Larissa Feeney FCA, CEO and Founder of Kinore, and Tom Francis, Head of Accounting who will be hosting with expert guest, David Broderick Director of Small Firms Association of Ireland,. 🗓️ Wednesday, 2nd October ⏰ 10.30am 📍 Online - link to register in comments Join us for an insightful discussion to understand the true impact of budget on you and your business. #Kinore #Budget25 #SME #SFA #Compliance

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SMEs make up 99.8% of all enterprises in Ireland and employ over 68% of the workforce. Despite their crucial role, they face challenges in accessing supports, investments, and managing administrative burdens. ⬇ Chartered Accountants Ireland have put together a brilliant position paper that outlines the challenges and opportunities faced by SMEs, emphasising their crucial economic role. Explore more insights here: https://lnkd.in/e_dWZFpu #AccountingIreland #FinanceIreland #CharteredAccountantsIreland #SupportSMEs

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Ready to Build a Firm that Thrives Without You? At ProfitPro, we empower Irish accountants to create profitable, scalable, and saleable businesses. But first—you need to be honest about where you are. Are you moving forward with a clear strategy, or stuck in the same cycle, missing the progress you deserve? In our Built to Sell Masterclass, we'll guide you through a powerful tool to take stock of your firm's current position. Brutal honesty about where you are is the first step toward building a firm that's not just profitable, but saleable—even if you're not ready to sell. Build smarter. Scale faster. Succeed on your terms. Register @ https://lnkd.in/ePXtau5U #BuiltToSell #ProfitPro #ScaleYourFirm #AccountantsTransformation #Masterclass

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Members Voluntary Liquidation ('MVL') is a formal process used to wind down solvent companies that have come to the end of their useful life in Ireland. The process requires the appointment of a Liquidator to wind up the affairs of the company in a coordinated and orderly fashion. The process often provides benefits from a tax and assets distribution perspective. Our dedicated liquidation team in EY provide an efficient and thorough service for our clients. Feel free to reach out to myself or the team below for further information! #MVL #EntityElimination

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Supporting our SME sector at a time of high costs and increased complexity must be at the forefront of government policymaking ahead of Budget 2025.

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#CAP24 aims to put Ireland back on track to achieve its 2030 goals. Our guide will help you understand CAP24 and how it will impact your business. https://lnkd.in/eP6qBhgd

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Irish tax revenue growth continues year on year with strong performances in income tax, VAT and corporation tax.

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Irish tax revenue growth continues year on year with strong performances in income tax, VAT and corporation tax.

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Irish tax revenue growth continues year on year with strong performances in income tax, VAT and corporation tax.

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An excellent article by Paul McArdle The Panel on planning for succession. At ETL GLOBAL Ireland we have been talking to many accounting firms about managing organic and acquisitive growth. We have also been discussing succession planning and whether succession can be achieved internally or on an external basis. Paul's article highlights the pitfalls and opportunities arising in both scenarios. If you wish to address your managed growth or succession issues, feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation.

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