David Kinnear

At 33%, Ireland’s rate of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is one of the highest in Europe, and it's holding us back.  It is causing investors to look elsewhere and stifling the growth of indigenous enterprise.  Dublin Chamber is calling for the CGT rate to be reduced to 20% for disposals of investments in unquoted, actively trading Irish firms.  It’s time to reward risk, unlock growth, and make Ireland a more compelling and competitive place to invest and scale.  Read our Pre-Budget submission here https://lnkd.in/gp3u92K9  #VoiceofDublinBusiness

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Going for Growth – a programme for ambitious female entrepreneurs who are seeking to increase revenue, create employment, and explore new market opportunities – is today accepting applications for its 18th cycle. The programme to aid female business owners in all sectors is supported by Enterprise Ireland and KPMG and is free of charge for those selected to participate. More than 1,000 women have completed Going for Growth since it started in 2008. Applications close on November 21. Application forms can be requested from the website – www.GoingforGrowth.com. 

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Chartered Accountants Ireland welcomes the Government of Ireland's publication today of its Action Plan to Support Market Diversification. With Irish businesses facing into the unprecedented trading challenges posed by US tariffs, the plan’s scope, with its more than 100 actions, certainly reflects the scale of the task ahead and the need for a coordinated national response. Read initial perspectives from Cróna Clohisey https://lnkd.in/erz_nMAc Rosemary Keogh Stephen Molloy Karin Lanigan Conal Kennedy Zara Duffy Ian Browne, ACMA, CGMA Jonathan Gorvin Pamela McCreedy FCA Jill Farrelly MPRII Eamonn Siggins Barry Doyle

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”I would recommend building a strong network... it is great to have a mentor or two who can provide a guiding light early on in your career” We speak with Suzanne Sweeney, Head of Strategy for Finance and Operations with (SBCI) Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland as she reflects on her career journey, innovation in the industry and the importance of building a supportive culture where team members can be their best. Learn more about Suzanne’s work here: https://lnkd.in/gMN48B5P

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☘️ Irish Budget 2026 release Yesterday’s budget announcement brought welcome news for innovative businesses across Ireland. The R&D Tax Credit rate is increasing to 35%, with the first-year payment threshold rising to €87,500 - making the scheme more generous than ever. Add to that extended accelerated Capital Allowances and €1.3 billion in enterprise and digitalisation investment, and it’s clear the government is backing resilience, innovation and growth. Further improvements to the schemes are expected in the upcoming Finance Bill, with details due in the coming weeks. Read our article in full 👉 https://lnkd.in/eDENdX6A #Budget2026 #Innovation #RDTaxCredits #IrelandBusiness #LeytonIreland #SMEs #TaxRelief

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Budget 2026 has been announced and myself, Tom Francis and CEO of Irish SME Association (ISME) Neil McDonnell will be discussing its impact tomorrow at 12.30pm. From the perspective of business owners, we will be looking at the budget package to determine if the measures are sufficient to address areas such as the cost of doing business, the housing shortage , skills and training challenges and entrepreneurship. The link is below 👇 and a recording will be sent to all registered attendees Kinore, Finance & Business Services

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