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Nutritional Concepts
Nutritional Concepts, is a unique private nutrition and dietary consulting service serving the Carlow and Kilkenny areas. It was founded by Sabrina Doyle, a fully qualified nurse and dietitian, to provide the latest diet and nutrition information in a professional, friendly and innovative way.
Email: info@nutritionalconcepts.ie
Website: http://www.nutritionalconcepts.ie/
Phone: 086 785 2800
Twitter: @nutriconcepts
Hughie Brennan Building
Our latest addition to the Chamber can deliver quality finishes for renovation, extension and new build projects. Hughie recent clients include Fairgreen Shopping Centre, IT Carlow, Carlow Co Co and private individuals.
Why not ring for a quote today - It costs nothing and making that call could be the smartest call you make!
Email: hughiebrennanbuilders@gmail.com
Phone: 0863889886
Management Development Course, IT Carlow
Wednesday, Apr 17, 2013, 07:00 PM
Institute of Technology Carlow, Kilkenny Road, Carlow, Ireland
Local Government Reform
Chambers all across the country are keeping a close watch on the long awaited Local Government Reform Programme.
It has long been the case that a disproportionate burden is carried by local business communities of the funding of Local Authorities.
Savings generated through the reform need to be ring fenced and secured for local businesses. This could involve:
Targeted rates reductions
Reallocation of funds for schemes such as changes to town centre parking, improved marketing of our Towns etc.
The concerns of the business community must be addressed; revisions of the value of properties must reflect the profitability of companies in the current economic climate.
Businesses must have clarity and certainty over how their net annual value is set.
The Annual Rate of Valuation set by local authorities must be fair.
Any new Bill should include a 'hardship' clause and take account of ability to pay.
'Targeted reductions' on rates must be introduced to guarantee revenues are sustained at a level that allows Councils provide a range of services while ensuring this essential sector of the economy continues to grow.
All Local Authority charges must be flexible and sensitive to changes in the economy and the business environment. Rateable values must be reassessed every five years at a minimum.
Representations are being made at national level to have the concerns of the business community raised at Government level. We will keep you informed.
Office will be unattended next week
Chamber Top Tips
Carlow Gateway Business Centre - a great place to do business
Office space currently available!
Email: info@carlowgateway.ie
Website: www.carlowgateway.ie
Phone: 059 9135044
Marketing on a Shoestring!
Pre booking essential. Please confirm attendance by Wed April 24 to reply@carlowbusinessnetwork.ie
Funding Seminar
FUNDING START UPs & SMEs – A SEMINAR FOR ALL EARLY STAGE ENTREPRENEURS, SMEs and INVESTORS IN THE SOUTH EAST on April 29th, 2013, in the Woodlands Hotel in Waterford City.
Customer Service Support Qualification
Pre-employment training and work placement. Full details: info@cktraining.ie http://www.skillnets.ie/network/carlow-kilkenny-skillnet
10k Charity Run
Chamber Member Inches a Weigh are again hosting their 10k run in aid of Leukaemia Research
Carlow Spring Festival of Culture
Free Family Fun Day Saturday 20th April Carlow Town Park 2 pm - 5pm
Opportunity for Import Substitution
24th April, Lord Bagenal Hotel. Full details: http://www.carlow-ceb.com/index.aspx
Co Carlow Chamber
Email: ceo@carlowchamber.com
Website: www.carlowchamber.com
Location: Athy Road, Carlow, Ireland
Phone: 0599132337
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carlow.chamber
Twitter: @carlowchamber