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Waterford Chamber CEO Michael Garland met with the Minister for Small Business, John Perry TD on Thursday, 7th April as part of a Chamber CEO Forum. The Minister stayed with the group for an hour and a half answering questions from all the regional Chambers. We had a very frank and honest discussion with the Minister and he has promised an ongoing dialogue with all the Chambers who attended this CEO Forum.
Speaking after the meeting, Minister Perry thanked Chambers Ireland for inviting him to their CEO Forum to hear at first hand, the issues affecting Chamber members.
‘Enterprise development and job creation are recognised, by both the Government and Chambers Ireland, as key issues to economic recovery’, Minister Perry said.
In his address to the CEO Forum Minister Perry outlined the various proposals contained in the Programme for Government, designed to support businesses, including the establishment of the Jobs Fund which will be delivered within the Government’s first 100 days in office.
He also outlined other initiatives to assist access to credit; extending the 15 day prompt payment period to the wider public sector in order to assist cash flow and working capital; reducing costs and administrative burdens placed on business.
Minister Perry said: ‘by appointing a Minister for Small Business, the Government is clearly highlighting the importance of small businesses to the economy. I look forward to working with Chambers Ireland during my term in office. By working together in partnership, we can and will, get the economy working’, Minister Perry concluded.
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