Ireland: Strategy

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The European Commission's Chips Act 2.0 proposes sweeping measures to strengthen Europe's semiconductor ecosystem through strategic project designations, regional excellence frameworks, and enhanced supply chain regulation.

The Central Bank of Ireland's (CBI) Regulatory & Supervisory Outlook Report 2026 (the Report) is published at a time of accelerating change.

The European Commission has proposed significant amendments to the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), introducing a simplified disclosure framework and new product categorisation system to address widespread criticism of complexity and compliance burdens. The proposal, part of the EU's competitiveness agenda, aims to replace the existing Article 8/Article 9 framework while balancing regulatory efficiency against ambitious climate targets.

Ireland is introducing a new tax-efficient Investment Account from July 2027, allowing residents to invest up to €12,000 annually with a €50,000 tax-free threshold. The initiative aims to encourage retail investment by eliminating complex tax rules like deemed disposal and replacing them with a simplified 1% annual tax on amounts exceeding the threshold.

The EU Retail Investment Strategy is a legislative package which introduces significant changes to the UCITS Directive and AIFMD, as well as MiFID II, the Insurance Distribution Directive and the Solvency II Directive via an omnibus directive (Omnibus Directive).

Partner Trish McCarvill shares insights on building a career in tax law at Winston Taylor's rapidly expanding Dublin office, which has grown to nearly 50 lawyers since its launch. She discusses the firm's new trainee program and emphasizes the importance of commercial awareness, curiosity, and professional relationships for aspiring lawyers looking to grow with the practice.

As Ireland's large employers increasingly mandate fixed office attendance days, new research reveals how hybrid working is evolving from unrestricted flexibility toward more structured models. With productivity concerns driving policy changes and three-day office weeks emerging as the standard, businesses face the challenge of balancing operational needs with employee wellbeing and retention priorities.

Walkers Ireland offers practical guidance for candidates applying to their Trainee Solicitor Programme, emphasizing the importance of demonstrating genuine interest in financial services law and explaining what makes you a strong fit for the firm. Learn how to craft authentic, well-structured applications that showcase your skills through real examples and reflect your unique motivations for pursuing a career in this specialized field.

The reporting of guarantee data to the Central Bank of Ireland's Central Credit Register will commence on 1 February 2025.

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Conversations about the return to the office, adopting hybrid, or going fully remote are currently being held in every organisation around the world.