Podcast appearances and mentions of Peter Burke

A student entrepreneur saving 1,000kg of e-waste every year building his own gaming PCs was the winner of the Student Enterprise of the Year winning the senior category at the awards that took place in Mullingar. Jack Cannon, a senior student at Clonkeen College in Dun Laoghaire, built his first PC at the age of 11 with the help of his brother. He set up Cannon PC at part of the Local Enterprise Offices' Student Enterprise Programme and so far, has achieved sales of almost €40,000. Cannon builds upcycled high speed gaming PCs from old PCs being disposed of in office clear outs and for general sale online. Upcycling project wins student enterprise award There were also top awards handed out in the Intermediate and Junior categories. Suet & Song, a business set up by Michael O'Keeffe from St. Kieran's College in Kilkenny, creates high-quality, nutrient rich suet cakes for birds during the colder months and it took home the top prize in the Intermediate Category. In the Junior category a device that helps hikers and farmers cross electric fencing easily won the top award. Bumblebees is a business set up by Antonia O'Looney, Sophie Gilard, Guiliana Keane and Katelyn Murtagh from Drumshanbo Vocational School in Leitrim. Their WASP (Wire Anti Shock Protector) product is a device that enables people to push down the electric fence without receiving a shock, enabling them to cross safely. The inaugural Student Enterprise Programme Alumni Award was presented to Fenu Health. Set up by sisters Kate and Annie Madden for the Student Enterprise Programme in 2016, the company creates supplements for equine health and their customers include five royal families. The 23rd Student Enterprise Programme National Finals saw 85 businesses from across the country shortlisted in three main categories. The Local Enterprise Office initiative, supported by Enterprise Ireland and local authorities, commenced last September in secondary schools nationwide with over 30,000 students taking part this year. The event was hosted by broadcasters Rick O'Shea and Louise Cantillon and they were joined during the ceremony by Peter Burke, T.D. Minister of Enterprise, Trade and Employment as they announced the winners across the three main categories on the day. The initiative, funded by the Government of Ireland through Enterprise Ireland and delivered by the 31 Local Enterprise Offices in local authorities throughout the country, has seen over 450,000 take part in the programme since it began 23 years ago. Gareth Evans, Chair of the Local Enterprise Office's Enterprise Education Committee, said; "It's been another hugely successful year for the Student Enterprise Programme. Last year we had over 30,000 participants and we will hit that again this year. So, the appetite for student entrepreneurs is growing and that is no doubt down to seeing the amazing young entrepreneurs this country is producing. We've had some excellent winners here today and going on previous successes they will go on to do great things. A great example today was our Alumni Winner, Fenu Health, who are now an outstanding Irish business trading internationally. Today is just the start for these winners and finalists. The skills and lessons they have learned through the process will stand by them for life and we're excited to see where their businesses go from here and the new ones they start-up in the future." The National Final students, who competed across Junior, Intermediate and Senior categories were challenged with creating, setting up and running their own business, which must show sales of their service or product. The judging panel included business owners and representatives from enterprise agencies and associated bodies. The Student Enterprise Programme is open to students of all ages at secondary level, with three separate categories - Junior (1st year), Intermediate (2nd and 3rd year) and Senior (4th, 5th and 6th year, LVA, LCA and Youth Outreach). The Student Enterprise of the Y...

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment

A new report commissioned by InterTradeIreland highlights the scale of the economic opportunity in offshore wind for SMEs across the island of Ireland. With world-class wind resources and growing net-zero commitments, both governments have set ambitious targets for offshore renewables. This report from specialist renewables consultancy Everoze provides, for the first time, an all-island picture of firm-level capability, mapping over 160 companies across 12 supply chain sectors. The findings show strong potential to develop a globally competitive offshore wind supply chain, particularly if efforts are aligned across the island. The report identifies complementary strengths in areas such as engineering, logistics, vessels and cables, and highlights the economic value of collaboration. It also outlines challenges such as infrastructure capacity and skills shortages. These are best tackled through joined-up action on an all-island basis to ensure local firms can fully participate in this once-in-a-generation opportunity. Margaret Hearty, InterTradeIreland's Chief Executive, said: "This is the first time that SME capability in the renewable energy sector has been mapped across the island. There is a real opportunity for indigenous SMEs to enter the supply chain, which can be fully realised by working together on an all-island level. There are a number of recommendations that we, working with partners can help deliver, including supporting SME engagement through cluster development, procurement guidance, skills alignment and R&D collaboration across the island." Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment said: "I warmly welcome this report commissioned for InterTradeIreland. Following my Department's launch of 'Powering Prosperity' - Ireland's first Offshore Wind Industrial Strategy - this report will support our ongoing efforts to build a successful offshore wind energy industry. The government is committed to accelerating investment, both public and private, to ensure we have the conditions in place to achieve our ambitious energy transition, while also protecting the competitiveness of the Irish economy. Dr Caoimhe Archibald, Minister for the Economy, said: "My Department's Energy Strategy 'The Path to Net Zero Energy' is focused on delivering secure, affordable, clean energy and enhancing skills to grow the low-carbon economy. A decarbonised energy system presents huge economic opportunities for the island and underpins my economic priorities of creating more good jobs, increasing productivity and improving regional balance. "The findings on SME supply chain readiness reinforce my objectives to grow a globally competitive and sustainable economy. We will continue working closely with InterTradeIreland and other stakeholders across the island to ensure SMEs have the support, market intelligence, and tools they need to access and scale in the renewable energy sector." Drawing lessons from international leaders like Esbjerg in Denmark, the report sets out a strategic roadmap focused on supporting collaboration, developing a robust local supply chain, aligning R&D, and building skills capability. InterTradeIreland will work with partners across the island to build on these insights, developing shared solutions, growing local capabilities, and helping SMEs navigate and access emerging opportunities in offshore renewables. Paul Reynolds, Partner at Everoze, said: "This study provides a crucial roadmap for an all-island approach to the offshore wind sector, driving economic growth and sustainability. The recommendations outlined in this report will help InterTradeIreland and its partners to support cross-border collaboration and maximise the opportunities for SMEs in the renewable energy sector across the island." To read the report and its recommendations, visit https://research.intertradeireland.com/offshore-wind-and-hydrogen-opportunities-for-the-island-of-ireland

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, speaks ahead of a meeting with senior Irish management at Intel, after the chipmaker announced job cuts last week.

Doug sits down with Peter Burke, Executive Director of the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce, to preview the 49th Annual Daffodil Festival happening Thursday, April 24th through Sunday, April 27th. Peter shares highlights of this cherished island tradition, from the whimsical Flower Crown Party at The Dreamland and the Chamber's Daffodil Bazaar at Preservation Hall, to the groovy Flower Power Party at the NHA, the beloved antique car show on Main Street, and of course, the festive car parade ending with a classic Sconset picnic. He also offers important reminders about celebrating responsibly—keep the island clean, stay safe, and carpool or hop on the free WAVE/NRTA to get around!Want to volunteer, get your daffy merch, or learn more? Visit nantucketchamber.org.

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, discusses the planned new restrictions on short-term lettings

Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Peter Burke, and Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless, today announced funding of €17 million for two additional projects under Call 7 of the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF). The announcement took place in the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT), Co. Dublin. NIBRT is a partner in the "Can-Vas" project which has been awarded €10.7m Support for innovative Cancer and neonatal treatments This first of its kind in-human study treats infants with a type of brain damage, as well as expanding the pipeline of cell and gene therapies for rare and seriously debilitating diseases. NIBRT are working with three other partners on this project - Deantusaiocht Slainte HiTech Teoranta, University College Cork, INFANT Research Centre and the lead partner, HAON Life Sciences. An additional project - LOTUS - has been awarded €6.4m which will develop a complete smart system to facilitate at-home anti-cancer treatment (SACT) with monitoring, enabling cancer patients to self-administer treatment in their own home. Representatives of the consortium comprised of Luminate Medical - the lead partner, Gentian Health, University of Galway and Trinity College Dublin were also in attendance at today's event. Announcing today's projects, the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke said: "I am delighted to announce awards of over €17 million to two exciting and hugely innovative projects under Call 7 of the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund. These two projects demonstrate the importance of the fund in leveraging emerging technologies for the well-being of our citizens. The technology in these projects will provide life-changing solutions for patients undergoing cancer treatment and for new and expectant parents where the safety and well-being of their unborn child is paramount. By funding these projects, the Government is maintaining its commitment to investing in cutting-edge technologies, with consequent benefits for the health care sector and other national research priority areas. Since the Fund launch in 2018, my Department has awarded over €393 million in funding to 107 collaborative DTIF projects. Importantly, the fund is giving enterprises and research institutions opportunities to engage and connect with some of the brightest minds in Ireland, to conceive ideas, build relationships and foster knowledge-sharing for the benefit of all." James Lawless, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science added: "It is great to see projects with a strong potential to deliver impactful health care solutions becoming recipients of the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund. We are now financing 404 project partners from our enterprise and research sectors which are bringing forward novel and innovative ideas that will not only benefit our health services but focus on tackling wider sectoral and economic challenges associated with demands emerging around developments with Artificial Intelligence, sustainability and digitalisation. What makes this Fund unique is its ability to foster collaborative research that builds strong relationships that will benefit our citizens, our economy and generating high quality jobs for our graduates." The projects announced today bring the total number awarded to 107. This is no small feat. It underscores the critical role of disruptive technologies, on a national scale, and recognises the Government's continued commitment to advancing and supporting the development of these transformative and lifechanging technologies." Kevin Sherry, interim CEO, Enterprise Ireland said: "Enterprise Ireland is proud to support the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund, which continues to drive impactful collaborations between Ireland's leading enterprises and research institutions. These newly funded projects exemplify the power of innovation ...

A Shannon company has received Government support aimed at innovative cancer and neonatal treatments. Gentian Health is part of the consortium behind the LOTUS project which has been awarded €6.4 million. The funding is part of €17 million in funding announced by Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke, and Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless. The funding for LOTUS and another project comes under Call 7 of the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF). To find out more about this, Alan Morrissey was joined in studio by Gentian Health CEO Aidan McMahon. Pic (c) https://gentianhealth.com/connected-health/

The government has set up a dedicated team to work through Enterprise Ireland to advise exporters how best to navigate these trade headwinds. That includes one to one advice. The Department of Enterprise says it's been preparing for this tariff war for a while. The Enterprise Minister Peter Burke discussed this further with Joe Lynam.

The government has set up a dedicated team to work through Enterprise Ireland to advise exporters how best to navigate these trade headwinds. That includes one to one advice. The Department of Enterprise says it's been preparing for this tariff war for a while. The Enterprise Minister Peter Burke discussed this further with Joe Lynam.

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, outlines the Government reaction to new tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump.

Datavant, one of the world's leading health data platform companies, has announced its expansion into Ireland with the opening of its global R&D centre in Galway. The company plans to initially hire up to 125 people at its Global Development Centre in Galway by the end of 2027. Recruitment is already underway with a range of diverse engineering roles now open. Datavant Ireland will be working out of the Portershed initially with plans to open a city centre location before the end of the year. The project is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. Datavant CEO Kyle Armbrester is making the announcement at an event in Galway's Portershed this morning (March 31st), which will be attended by Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke T.D. and IDA CEO Michael Lohan. Members of Datavant's Executive Leadership Team also in attendance include Matt Vail, Chief Technology Officer; Arnaub Chatterjee, General Manager and President of Life Sciences, Ecosystem and Public Sector; and Susan Yun, Chief People Officer. The company is also announcing the appointment of its new Vice President, Engineering and Galway Technical Lead, Ciaran O'Toole, who will be based out of the Galway office. Ciaran will lead the effort to build the Datavant engineering team in Ireland with a focus on building the company's life sciences technology roadmap and integration with the enterprise technology organisation. Prior to joining Datavant, Ciaran was VP of Software Engineering for Globalisation Partners, a Boston-based global recruitment and talent company, where he led the build-out of the company's Irish engineering team and launched its Galway site. Throughout his career, Ciaran has worked on building out and maintaining multifunctional, high-performing engineering teams. Datavant is the world leader in secure, compliant healthcare data exchange and has more than 8,000 employees. It is making the world's health data secure, accessible and actionable. Datavant's vast and diverse health data exchange in the U.S. serves as a "network of networks," enabling seamless, privacy-preserving data exchange between life sciences, payers, and providers through its platform. By connecting disparate patient-level datasets ,EHRs, claims data, lab results, clinical trial data, consumer data, social determinants of health data, and more, in a privacy-compliant manner, Datavant helps each stakeholder in healthcare unlock insights and opportunities that weren't previously possible. Datavant's new Irish-based Global Development Centre will support the company's overall global development approach to product development and will operate as an integrated part of Datavant's tech and product development team. The decision to create a Global Development Centre outside of the U.S. was influenced by a desire to tap into top tech talent and to follow around-the-clock productivity. Two of the key reasons why Datavant chose Galway specifically were because of the rich talent pool in Galway and Ireland - especially highly-experienced people in the area of health tech - and because of its proximity to Datavant customers in the EU. Hiring has already begun for the new roles which will initially be in engineering, the majority of which will focus on building Datavant's Privacy and Linkage technologies to support its Life Sciences, Ecosystem and Public Sector business. The company is also recruiting for technology roles to support security and corporate systems. The Galway-based team will significantly expand upon Datavant's established presence of UK-based professionals, including engineers, data scientists, privacy experts, and product management specialists. Minister for Enterprise Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke, T.D., congratulated Datavant on the opening of their R&D Centre in Galway, saying: "This great news comes with plans to hire 125 people in Galway over the next two years and is another vote of confidence in the Government and IDA's Regional De...

Finance Minister Paschal Donohue has indicated that government plans for tax cuts may need to be delayed due to the risk of a global trade war, which could threaten tens of thousands of jobs. Speaking to Shane this morning on the show was Peter Burke, Minister of Enterprise, Trade and Employment.

Finance Minister Paschal Donohue has indicated that government plans for tax cuts may need to be delayed due to the risk of a global trade war, which could threaten tens of thousands of jobs. Speaking to Shane this morning on the show was Peter Burke, Minister of Enterprise, Trade and Employment.

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise Trade and Employment

Throughout history, every age has thought of itself as more knowledgeable than the last. Renaissance humanists viewed the Middle Ages as an era of darkness, Enlightenment thinkers tried to sweep superstition away with reason, the modern welfare state sought to slay the “giant” of ignorance, and in today's hyperconnected world seemingly limitless information is available on demand. But what about the knowledge lost over the centuries? Are we really any less ignorant than our ancestors? In Ignorance: A Global History (Yale UP, 2024), Peter Burke examines the long history of humanity's ignorance across religion and science, war and politics, business and catastrophes. Burke reveals remarkable stories of the many forms of ignorance—genuine or feigned, conscious and unconscious—from the willful politicians who redrew Europe's borders in 1919 to the politics of whistleblowing and climate change denial. The result is a lively exploration of human knowledge across the ages, and the importance of recognizing its limits Peter Burke is emeritus professor of cultural history at the University of Cambridge. He is the author of many distinguished books that have been translated into more than thirty languages, including The Polymath and What Is the History of Knowledge? Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Throughout history, every age has thought of itself as more knowledgeable than the last. Renaissance humanists viewed the Middle Ages as an era of darkness, Enlightenment thinkers tried to sweep superstition away with reason, the modern welfare state sought to slay the “giant” of ignorance, and in today's hyperconnected world seemingly limitless information is available on demand. But what about the knowledge lost over the centuries? Are we really any less ignorant than our ancestors? In Ignorance: A Global History (Yale UP, 2024), Peter Burke examines the long history of humanity's ignorance across religion and science, war and politics, business and catastrophes. Burke reveals remarkable stories of the many forms of ignorance—genuine or feigned, conscious and unconscious—from the willful politicians who redrew Europe's borders in 1919 to the politics of whistleblowing and climate change denial. The result is a lively exploration of human knowledge across the ages, and the importance of recognizing its limits Peter Burke is emeritus professor of cultural history at the University of Cambridge. He is the author of many distinguished books that have been translated into more than thirty languages, including The Polymath and What Is the History of Knowledge? Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Throughout history, every age has thought of itself as more knowledgeable than the last. Renaissance humanists viewed the Middle Ages as an era of darkness, Enlightenment thinkers tried to sweep superstition away with reason, the modern welfare state sought to slay the “giant” of ignorance, and in today's hyperconnected world seemingly limitless information is available on demand. But what about the knowledge lost over the centuries? Are we really any less ignorant than our ancestors? In Ignorance: A Global History (Yale UP, 2024), Peter Burke examines the long history of humanity's ignorance across religion and science, war and politics, business and catastrophes. Burke reveals remarkable stories of the many forms of ignorance—genuine or feigned, conscious and unconscious—from the willful politicians who redrew Europe's borders in 1919 to the politics of whistleblowing and climate change denial. The result is a lively exploration of human knowledge across the ages, and the importance of recognizing its limits Peter Burke is emeritus professor of cultural history at the University of Cambridge. He is the author of many distinguished books that have been translated into more than thirty languages, including The Polymath and What Is the History of Knowledge? Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory

Throughout history, every age has thought of itself as more knowledgeable than the last. Renaissance humanists viewed the Middle Ages as an era of darkness, Enlightenment thinkers tried to sweep superstition away with reason, the modern welfare state sought to slay the “giant” of ignorance, and in today's hyperconnected world seemingly limitless information is available on demand. But what about the knowledge lost over the centuries? Are we really any less ignorant than our ancestors? In Ignorance: A Global History (Yale UP, 2024), Peter Burke examines the long history of humanity's ignorance across religion and science, war and politics, business and catastrophes. Burke reveals remarkable stories of the many forms of ignorance—genuine or feigned, conscious and unconscious—from the willful politicians who redrew Europe's borders in 1919 to the politics of whistleblowing and climate change denial. The result is a lively exploration of human knowledge across the ages, and the importance of recognizing its limits Peter Burke is emeritus professor of cultural history at the University of Cambridge. He is the author of many distinguished books that have been translated into more than thirty languages, including The Polymath and What Is the History of Knowledge? Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

Throughout history, every age has thought of itself as more knowledgeable than the last. Renaissance humanists viewed the Middle Ages as an era of darkness, Enlightenment thinkers tried to sweep superstition away with reason, the modern welfare state sought to slay the “giant” of ignorance, and in today's hyperconnected world seemingly limitless information is available on demand. But what about the knowledge lost over the centuries? Are we really any less ignorant than our ancestors? In Ignorance: A Global History (Yale UP, 2024), Peter Burke examines the long history of humanity's ignorance across religion and science, war and politics, business and catastrophes. Burke reveals remarkable stories of the many forms of ignorance—genuine or feigned, conscious and unconscious—from the willful politicians who redrew Europe's borders in 1919 to the politics of whistleblowing and climate change denial. The result is a lively exploration of human knowledge across the ages, and the importance of recognizing its limits Peter Burke is emeritus professor of cultural history at the University of Cambridge. He is the author of many distinguished books that have been translated into more than thirty languages, including The Polymath and What Is the History of Knowledge? Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science-technology-and-society

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, reacts to the threat of higher tariffs on European Union goods entering the United States.

Despite a robust economy Irish business owners and managers have been screaming out that they are bearing the burden and that profit levels have been cut through higher minimum wages and a slew of new benefits for employees including sick and holiday pay. The hospitality sector has been among the most vociferous in its demands for a cut in VAT rates. They look as if they'll get their wish but will the new government slash red tape and really encourage entrepreneurialism? Joe discusses this further with Peter Burke who has been retained as the Enterprise Minister and Joe began by asking him what employers can expect from the new government?

What's next for Ireland's start-ups? Scale Ireland CEO Martina Fitzgerald joins us to discuss their Athlone summit and the State of Start-ups Survey 2025. How can drug and alcohol testing improve workplace safety? Ciarán O'Mahony shares insights on proactive safety measures and lessons from recent storms. Mullingar's Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Tourism, and Employment, talks about his priorities after reappointment. Plus, Local Enterprise Offices are now supporting a record number of jobs—what does this mean for businesses?

Newly appointed Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke

Pat Leahy and Jack Horgan-Jones join Hugh Linehan on today's Inside Politics podcast to discuss the week in politics: It came a day later than expected, and along predictable lines, but we have a new government. Only Fine Gael's Peter Burke has retained his ministry, with Fianna Fáil's James Browne taking on the seemingly impossible job of Minister for Housing. But will voters punish this government if it fails, like the last one, to adequately address the housing crisis?Cabinet appointments have been criticised with only three women becoming Ministers. Fianna Fáil's decision to appoint one woman, Norma Foley taking over as Minister for Children and Disability, is particularly noticeable. Did Micheál Martin foresee the criticism and choose to ignore it? And the first two days of the 34th Dáil couldn't have been more different. Thursday's sedate and predictable sitting was preceded by chaos on Wednesday as the vote for a new taoiseach was suspended amid loud protests from Opposition parties over the decision to grant Opposition speaking time to four Independent TDs who are supporting the Government. Does this point to closer Opposition cooperation during the lifetime of this government?Plus, the panel pick their favourite Irish Times articles of the week, including the end of liberalism in the US, Miriam Lord on Wednesday's fireworks in the Dáil, and how does the show go on for Hollywood? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment

Government Formation talks are continuing today and one eye also on the US where they are getting ready for the Donald Trump Innauguration next Monday. Peter Burke TD Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment joined Cormac.

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, discusses the outcome of talks with EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Sefcovic on the Mercusor trade deal.

Ireland is positioned to become a global leader in the Generative AI (gen AI) era, provided it capitalises on this transformative opportunity, a new report from Accenture has found. The technology has the potential to contribute up to €148 billion to Ireland's annual GDP by 2038, representing a 22% increase over the baseline forecast. If leveraged effectively, gen AI could increase Ireland's average annual GDP growth rate for 2023-2038 from the baseline of 2.5% to 3.9%, marking a remarkable 55% boost to the nation's long-term growth trajectory. The report, Generating Growth: How generative AI can power Ireland's reinvention, also revealed a potential double-digit productivity uplift across the private and public sectors, based on the current capabilities of gen AI. Sectors such as life sciences and financial services could see productivity gains of up to approximately 20% and 30%, respectively. If the productivity benefits are fully harnessed as cost savings, the potential gains could be transformative. Across all industries analysed, total annual savings could amount to €22.2 billion if the full potential of today's technology to automate and augment work is realised. The public sector stands to benefit the most, with gen AI capable of enhancing 42% of working hours in the Irish public sector (excluding healthcare). This could deliver a productivity boost of up to 18%, translating into annual savings of €2.9 billion. Hilary O'Meara, Country Managing Director, Accenture in Ireland, said: "Ireland stands at a pivotal moment in its AI journey, with the potential to add €148 billion to annual GDP by 2038. Achieving this potential, however, will require collective action from the full ecosystem - government, business, and academia - to build an AI-skilled workforce and foster responsible innovation. Given the remarkable pace at which gen AI is advancing and the size of the opportunity, we need to move quickly. Establishing a robust digital core, preparing the workforce and fostering a culture of continuous learning are essential and should be underscored by responsible principles to ensure data privacy, transparency, and fairness remain central in all implementations. "IThere is enormous opportunity here and by acting with urgency, Ireland can position itself at the forefront of AI-driven innovation and growth." Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, said: "This report from Accenture is a timely and useful resource for business leaders in taking practical action and building trust in the responsible deployment of AI. The refresh of Ireland's National AI Strategy published recently sets out our ambition to seize the opportunity of AI for our collective good. We must keep evolving with technology, transforming how we do things and raising our productivity, in both our homegrown companies and foreign multinationals. That's why we have targeted supports for adopting AI, for upskilling, training and research to ensure that businesses can be agile and ready to gain from this fast-moving technology." As well as the financial impact, the impact on how we work is significant. In Ireland, seven in 10 workers could have at least a third of their working hours enabled by the technology, either through automation or augmentation. On average, this could save employees 17% of the time they currently spend on routine tasks. Without a people-centric approach that empowers workers to perform higher-value tasks- rather than simply automating existing processes - €96 billion in economic value could be left untapped by 2038. The report identifies three factors which pose a risk to the realisation of that potential, but which can be overcome with the right steps taken: Deployment gap: Among those that have invested in the technology, 91% have yet to scale its use across their business. One in three organisations believe their cloud capabilities are insufficient to leverage gen AI, highlighting the need to accelerate the modernis...

Doug sits down with Peter Burke, Executive Director of the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce, to discuss all the excitement surrounding this year's 50th Annual Christmas Stroll. Kicking off Friday, December 6th, Peter shares insider tips on how to "Stroll like a pro," whether you're a local or visiting from off-island. Highlights include updates on lot closures, the extended parade route, the holiday market, fresh Stroll merchandise, and the can't-miss Jolly Jam happening Sunday, December 8th, from 3–6 PM at the Nantucket Ice Rink. Get all the details and snag your merch at nantucketchamber.org.

Peter Burke, Fine Gael and Sean Canney, Independent for Galway East react to the results of the 2024 General Election.

Saturday with Colm Ó Mongáin is on the road and today looks at the 5 seat constituency of Longford-Westmeath. Colm is joined by Cllr Kevin ‘Boxer' Moran, Independent candidate; Robert Troy, Fianna Fáil candidate; Sorca Clarke, Sinn Féin candidate; Paul Hogan, Independent Ireland candidate; Peter Burke, Fine Gael candidate.

That’s the opinion of Donal Cremin who’s president of the ASTI. Mr Cremin, who’s from Rathmore, gave his reaction to the Ryanair boss’s statement at a campaign event for Fine Gael minister Peter Burke.

A Clare teaching representative claims the country's educational aspirations can't be realised without input from teachers at a government level. It follows remarks from Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary, who's claimed there are too many former teachers and not enough diversity of professions in government. Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary is doubling down on comments he made about teachers becoming TDs. Speaking at a campaign event for Fine Gael's Peter Burke, he criticised the number of teachers working in the Dáil, and said he wouldn't employ them "to go out and get things done". Michael O'Leary says the comment he made was "perfectly correct" in the context of a growing population. His comments have received backlash from teachers unions and politicians, while Taoiseach, Simon Harris has described his comments as 'crass and ill-informed'. The Fine Gael Leader says he doesn't agree with them, and they don't reflect his party: Clare's INTO Representative believes the enactment of the necessary changes to the Irish education system requires the involvement of teachers in government. Currently Ireland ranks above the EU average for class sizes with over 250,000 students in overcrowded classrooms of 25 or more pupils. Clare INTO Rep, Brendan Horan, says those from a teaching background are best places to enact the right changes to ensure Ireland will have the greatest education system in the EU.

Taoiseach Simon Harris has distanced his party from a jibe against teachers by Michael O'Leary as he spoke at a campaign event in support of Fine Gael's Peter Burke. Speaking to us today, O'Leary stood by his suggestion that we need less teachers in the Dáil. We got reaction to his comments with Michael Gillespie, General Secretary of Teachers Union of Ireland and former teacher of Physics and Science .

Fine Gael Longford-Westmeath TD and Minister for Enterprise Peter Burke.

Doug welcomes Peter Burke, Executive Director of the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce, to the studio. In this engaging conversation, Peter shares insights on the Chamber's exciting lineup of upcoming events and initiatives. From networking at Business After Hours to the charming Cobblestones and Cranberries celebration, and the highly anticipated Fall Fashion Show, Peter covers it all! Tune in to discover how the Chamber is fostering business connections and enriching the island's community life. For more details on these events and everything the Chamber is up to, visit their website at nantucketchamber.org. 

Ericsson, a global leader in communications technology and services, today celebrates the 50-year anniversary of its Research and Development (R&D) center in Athlone. Over the past five decades, the Athlone site has evolved from a factory, initially established in 1974 with 250 employees, to a software development hub in 1979, marking the inauguration of one of the first R&D centres in Ireland. Today, the facility boasts a workforce of over 1,300 employees, making it one of the largest R&D centres in Ireland. Senior Ericsson executives, along with Government and industry representatives, were welcomed to the R&D headquarters for Ericsson's Network Management portfolio to mark this historic milestone. Speaking in Athlone, Per Narvinger, Sr. Vice president and Head of Business Area Cloud Software and Services at Ericsson, said: "As we commemorate the 50th anniversary of our R&D center in Athlone, we celebrate not only a significant milestone, but also the profound contributions of our dedicated workforce. Their expertise and commitment have been pivotal in advancing essential mobile technologies that power communications networks across the globe. Our ongoing R&D efforts and projects with Governments and academic institutions, including what we have announced with Enterprise Ireland and the Technical University of the Shannon today, serve as key foundations in realizing Ericsson's vision of intelligent and programmable networks." Attending the event, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment of Ireland, Peter Burke stated, "I am delighted to be here today to join in the celebrations to mark Ericsson's 50 years in Athlone. Ericsson's presence here continues to be of immense benefit to Athlone, the Midlands Region and to Ireland as a whole. There is a long-standing partnership between Ericsson, IDA Ireland and the Irish Government and regional investments such as this are a priority for both Government and IDA. The advancements made here over the last 50 years are truly amazing and it is exciting to see what unfolds in the future such as the new partnership with Enterprise Ireland and the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). I wish the Ericsson team here in Athlone continued success in that journey." Denis Dullea, Head of Ericsson's Athlone site and Network Management Engineering Unit, added: "It is an honour for me to welcome members of Ericsson's executive team and Minister Burke to join us as we celebrate 50 years in Athlone. Over these 50 years, we have established a track record of leadership, which is a testament to the fantastic employees who have contributed to our journey so far. Together with our people, engagements with academia, and connections with the community, we will continue to lead and shape our industry for many years to come right here from Athlone." CEO of IDA Ireland Michael Lohan said: Ericsson has shown consistent commitment to its Irish operations over the past 66 years in Ireland and 50 years in Athlone. Their ongoing investment and expansion in this campus have led to significant growth in their portfolio of strategic functions. Since 2000, Ericsson has invested more than €3 billion in the Athlone facility. Beyond economic contributions, each year, more than 6,000 local individuals, from junior school students to adults transitioning into technology careers, have benefited from Ericsson's presence. I congratulate both the Irish and global teams on this milestone and assure Ericsson of IDA Ireland's continued partnership. In conjunction, Ericsson also announced a significant new partnership with the Government agency Enterprise Ireland and the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). This new partnership between Ericsson, Enterprise Ireland, and TUS has the potential to revolutionize the management of mobile networks. The initiative, 'Digital Adaptive Twin for Unified Management' (DATUM), will utilize digital twin technology as well as Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (...

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment

Peter Burke TD, the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, has today officially opened energy infrastructure expert SSE's first ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging hub in Ireland. The launch of the 10-bay facility located just off the M4 at Lough Sheever Corporate Park in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, is part of SSE plans to build 300 ultra-rapid EV charging hubs powered by traceable, renewable energy in the Ireland and the UK in the next five years with several sites already open and more under construction. Each ultra-rapid bay has charging capabilities of up to 150 kilowatts (kW), sufficient to deliver 12.5 kms of range per minute of charging. The site has been specifically designed to accommodate electric heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs), as well as standard EVs. The hub boasts four long wheelbase drive-through bays purpose built for eHGVs, making it the first site of its kind in Ireland. Customers will be able to use Tap'n'Go payments, maximising convenience of access and simplicity of use. Users will also benefit from SSE's relationships with its roaming payment partner Octopus Electroverse to pay for their charging easily and quickly. There is growing demand for EV charging infrastructure in Ireland, as evidenced by the publication of the National EV Charging Infrastructure Strategy in January 2023, and recent publication of the draft National En-Route EV Charging Plan. SSE's plans will help Ireland accelerate action to meet government targets, while building consumer confidence in EV charging. Over the coming months, SSE will open further hubs at various Irish locations including Blanchardstown Business Park, Greenogue Industrial Estate (both County Dublin), and Ashbourne Retail Park (County Meath). The company recently announced a joint venture with TotalEnergies under the brand "Source" to establish a new major player in EV charging infrastructure in Ireland and the UK. The new business will deploy in both countries up to 3000 high power charge points over the next five years and all existing SSE charging hubs will be rebranded as Source in due course. Sean O'Callaghan, SSE's EV Operations Director, said: "With the number of EVs on Irish roads growing quickly, the deployment of fast and reliable EV charging infrastructure is essential. The launch of our first ultra-rapid charging hub in Ireland is proof that SSE will support the Irish Government's ambitions to meet the demand for this infrastructure and this is just the beginning of our ambitions. We are working to build a network of easy-to-reach charging points that will serve communities across Ireland." Peter Burke, the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, said: "To reduce transport emissions and meet our climate targets, the Government is committed to promoting and incentivising the use of EVs. Private investment like this is essential to grow the network with the pace and scale required to meet Ireland's ambitious targets. I am delighted SSE has selected Mullingar as the location of their first EV charging Hub in Ireland. I have no doubt that businesses in the region with eHGVs, as well as members of the public, will benefit from this innovative site." More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, on a record 250 million euro allocation to an Enterprise Ireland scheme to provide funding for Irish companies in their early stages of development.

Jerry spoke to the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Peter Burke, who’s on a visit to Kerry today.

Intel has said it is working through further details to understand the impact of its cost-cutting measures in Ireland. The company said it would cut 15% of its workforce worldwide. Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment.

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, discusses the latest figures on the Government's Cost of Business Supports scheme for SMEs.

Ireland's proposition for FDI investment remains strong, according to IDA Ireland, as it publishes mid-year results for 2024 alongside its latest Annual Report. IDA Ireland continues to deliver an exemplary performance across foreign direct investment indicators as set out in its 2021-2024 strategy Driving Recovery and Sustainable Growth, having exceeded on targets relating to the total number of investments, job approvals, regional investment and number of sustainability projects supported by the agency. In line with this performance, the first six months of this year saw IDA Ireland support 131 investments, 74 of which are planned for regional locations, enabling the future delivery of 8,900 jobs to the economy against an increasingly challenging global operating environment. New investments secured by the inward investment agency since January include Pentagon Technologies, whose state-of-the-art facility in Dundalk will create 100 jobs; automotive fleet manager Element Fleet Management that is to set up a global leasing centre in Dublin creating 70 jobs; Evernorth Health Services, which is to locate a new innovation hub in Galway that will create 100 jobs; and Motorola Solutions, who just today, announced its new global R&D Centre in Cork with plans to recruit 200 highly skilled staff to design technologies vital to the company's global footprint of customers. In addition to companies newly investing in Ireland this year, IDA Ireland has also announced a number of significant, transformative investments of scale from existing clients, such as IBM Ireland's announcement in May that it would create 800 high-value roles across its sites in Dublin, Cork and at its subsidiary Red Hat in Waterford; and Bristol Myers Squibb's $400m investment which will create 350 jobs, bringing the total number employed at its campus in Dublin to over 1,000 people. In its Annual Report 2023, IDA Ireland has called out the imperative of safeguarding the competitiveness of its client base and that of the country as the global FDI landscape becomes increasingly challenging and complex. Ireland needs to remain agile as it evolves and adapts to emerging sectors and a more dynamic and highly competitive global landscape. The agency is committed to continuing to work with stakeholders to ensure ongoing investment and development in areas such as talent, infrastructure and energy supply, which are central to the country's competitiveness and critical to continued FDI success in Ireland. Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment, said: "Ireland continues to be recognised as a highly stable and attractive location for global investment. Our country has a reputation for being agile, with an economy underpinned by a dynamic ecosystem of global companies, indigenous enterprise and academia working in collaboration. Government remains committed to ensuring the right polices are in place to facilitate the development of appropriate skills, infrastructure, and innovation to facilitate strong levels of FDI into the future." Michael Lohan, CEO of IDA Ireland, said, "Ireland's proposition as a location for FDI investment remains strong. Against the backdrop of an intensely competitive global environment and the proliferation of industrial policies, it is imperative that IDA Ireland continues to attract and win new investments whilst at the same time continuing to support existing clients in their investment endeavours across the twin transition of sustainability and digitalisation. "Ireland has a track record of being nimble, demonstrating a level of agility that will be key to ensuring future success. IDA Ireland is partnering with our clients on delivering competitiveness-enhancing, transformative investments concentrating on R&D, digitalisation, sustainability and talent development to ensure the FDI pipeline remains robust." "I am very pleased to have welcomed several investments of significant scale in these areas so far this year that will ...

Peter Burke, TD, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment

WeWork, the leading global flexible space provider, has announced it has opened its doors to WeWork One Central Plaza, an iconic building in the heart of Dublin - spanning eight floors and totalling 73,000 sq ft of flexible workspace. This opening not only underscores the company's dedication to investing in its products and services to provide a first-class member experience, but reaffirms its commitment to creating a strong presence in its best-performing markets. Formerly Dublin's Central Bank home, WeWork One Central Plaza houses 1,500 desks and offers a range of workspace options that meet the needs of modern businesses. The flagship location features office suites and conference rooms for collaborative work, as well as bookable office space and phone booths for heads-down tasks. One Central Plaza will also be open to WeWork All Access and On Demand members, enabling workers to rent a desk or meeting room at this location, as well as hundreds of other WeWork locations across the globe, by the hour or day. This April, WeWork saw All Access bookings per location in the Irish capital increase by 51%* year over year, and On Demand bookings per location increase by 296%* in the same period. Dublin has also seen a 26%* increase year over year in total footfall by occupied desk. At the time of opening, WeWork One Central Plaza is at 50% occupancy. Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise Trade and Employment, says "I'm delighted to see the opening of WeWork's offices at Central Plaza, a truly iconic building in the heart of the city. WeWork provides flexible workspace solutions to meet modern business needs across the spectrum, from individual entrepreneurs to SMEs and large multinationals. I wish the team at WeWork, and those moving into Central Plaza, all the best in their new office." Ben Samuels, Chief Revenue Officer says "We're thrilled to be opening our doors to the distinguished One Central Plaza in Dublin, a burgeoning business hub and a key market for us. This opening marks a significant moment for WeWork as we enter a new phase for the company - putting our best foot forward with our strongest locations globally. As more companies look to incorporate flexible workspace into their portfolio, WeWork continues to cement its position as a go-to partner to power workplace strategies that marry business and employee needs. I'm confident that WeWork One Central Plaza will be a top choice for scaling businesses prioritising well-designed space with first-class amenities in a prime location." Blending modern functionality with grand design, WeWork One Central Plaza has its own distinct character and is designed with neutral and rich materials, such as dark timber and marble, to create a welcoming aesthetic. Exciting amenities include a barista bar, WeWork's on-site community team, showers and a beer island. The building also features a rooftop restaurant where members will have access to 360° panoramic views of the city. Colin Creagh, Head of Ireland, Klarna says "A well-designed, dynamic space where our team can collaborate is crucial to supporting Klarna's unique way of working. WeWork is our workplace partner of choice, and we're super excited about moving to WeWork One Central Plaza. It's a state-of-the-art office where our employees can do their best work, disrupting the global retail banking sector with fairer, more transparent products." Peter Lynn, Managing Director with Hines says "This is a major milestone for Central Plaza with the arrival of WeWork and the opening of high quality flexible workspace this month, in one of the most stunning work settings in Dublin. This historic building, which has been leased for some time, has been carefully restored and modernized, and it is fitting that it will now be home to a variety of both budding Irish-based entrepreneurs and enterprises. We are delighted to confirm that the entire office space at Central Plaza is now at 100% occupancy." At the end of May, WeWork finalised its...

John Lannon, CEO of Doras and Enterprise, Trade and Employment minister Peter Burke react on the means testing of IPAS allowances

Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment

Neil McDonnell, Chief Executive of the Irish Small and Medium Enterprises Association, tells Charlie McGinley why he believes there has been a low uptake in a grant scheme to help businesses' with rising costs and Peter Burke, Minister for Trade, Enterprise and Employment reacts.