Cost of doing business

Last week the SFA appeared before the Oireachtas Committee on Business, Enterprise and Innovation to highlight the problem of high business costs for small firms, especially labour costs, insurance costs and Local Authority rates and charges. The SFA issued a press release on 17 October on this which was covered in:

• The Irish Independent – 18 October
• The Irish Examiner - 18 October
• Michael F. Dolan & Co – 20 October

Budget will help deal with Brexit

The SFA were referred to in an article in the Dundalk Argus Newsletter on 17 October as a body ready to engage with SMEs concerned about Brexit. 

Christmas party tips for workers and employers

The SFA were referred to in an article in the Westmeath Independent on 21 October on giving advice to employees and employers on Christmas parties. 

Funding options for small companies

The SFA were referred to in an article in the Sunday Business Post on 22 October on investment and alternative funding options available to small businesses.