Election candidates urged to "be ambitious" for long-term growth and prosperity

Chambers Ireland, the voice of business in Ireland, has launched their two Manifestos for the Local and European Elections, which are taking place in June.

They are calling for Local Government and MEP candidates to step up and be ambitious with their vision for the long-term growth and prosperity of Ireland.

At a Local Authority level, Chambers Ireland call on Councillor candidates to:

Foster safe, thriving and inclusive towns and cities that are attractive places for our growing population to live, work, visit and invest.

Build more homes, and streamline and support the planning system to ensure essential infrastructure development can progress.

Take action to maximise the opportunities associated with the green transition in relation to green energy and sustainable transport.

At an EU level, Chambers Ireland call on MEP candidates to:

Deliver a robust EU Industrial Strategy for Renewable Energy.

Ensure a globally competitive Europe that facilities trade across the world.

Reduce the regulatory burden facing businesses.

Ensure EU investment is identified and rolled out across the country for vital regional development.

Eradicate obstacles facing the single market and the free movement of goods, capital, people and services.

Develop skills strategies for growth in green and digital technology sectors.

Above all, the business group is encouraging everyone that is eligible to vote to ensure they are registered and use their voice on polling day, and they have also called on on businesses to support employees by making time available to them to cast their vote.