Living in and doing business in Northern Ireland, it seems we don’t have to wait too long for a momentous day, an historic event or a milestone occasion.

The forthcoming election on March 2 is both unexpected and unwanted. However, once it became clear that we were headed for the polls again, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry reached out to the main political parties who have variously made up the Executive over the last 10 years and invited them to take part in our ‘5 Leaders; 5 Days’ series of talks and question and answer sessions

Northern Ireland’s Industrial Strategy and that of the UK’s Government’s, which were unveiled last week, represent a crucial milestone in a renewed partnership between business and government with both working together to create the conditions for future growth.

Nick Coburn, President, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry For more than 20 years there has been a dedicated and intense campaign to ensure that Northern Ireland politicians have the power to set our own rate of corporation tax, and thanks to the collective effort of a range of dedicated individuals and business organisations, […]

The new Hub will serve very practical uses as a new gateway between greater Belfast and connecting towns and cities with bus and rail services. As Belfast and Northern Ireland continues to attract new Foreign Direct Investment and our population – including city dwellers – increases, more people will use public transport.

“The importance of having a fit for purpose roads system cannot be overestimated”

“…our absolute focus and priority has been on growing exports over the last 6 years and more.”

NI Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) is an excellent method of gauging how members are reacting to issues and concerns that are impacting their businesses.

“After the shock of the Brexit vote comes consideration of the implications and businesses across the UK, including here in Northern Ireland, are beginning to assess the impact of this new political scenario, in the short, medium and longer term.”