€4,000 Power Up Grant Registration Closes 8th of November The important Power Up grant scheme offering €4,000 to businesses in the hospitality and retail sectors. Eligible businesses include those who […]
Government Updates
Vision Ireland Celebrates Inaugural Vision Star Awards
Vision Ireland Celebrates Inaugural Vision Star Awards Retail Excellence Ireland attended the Vision Ireland Vision Star Awards last week which brings together volunteers and supporters from across the nation to […]
Dublin Retail Protest on Budget 2024
Dublin Protest: Retail and Hospitality Sectors Rally against Rising Business Costs Thank you to the numerous members who supported the March to the Dáil last Tuesday. Your participation and solidarity […]
Budget 2025: CEO Jean McCabe on Clare FM
Jean addressed critical issues facing retail and hospitality businesses following the recent budget announcements: 📊 Minimum wage rising from €12.70 to €13.50/hour in 2024 💼 Concerns about the sustainability of […]
Budget 2025: CEO Jean McCabe on RTÉ’s Morning Ireland with Petula Martyn
Jean discussed critical issues facing Irish retail and hospitality businesses following the recent budget announcements. Key points from Jean’s interview: 🚨 Retail Excellence had sought VAT rate cuts to offset […]
Tánaiste welcomes new consumer rights protections
Tánaiste and Minister Calleary welcome new consumer rights protections  Enhanced transparency for customers  Any advertised price reduction will have to include the previous price of the product  […]