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Chartered Accountants Ireland shortlisted for Best Blog, Podcast or Video at The Association and Institutes Awards 2025

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Spotlighted for thought leadership innovation last year, Chartered Accountants Ireland was shortlisted for Best Blog, Podcast or Video at The Association and Institutes Awards 2025, acknowledged for its Sustainability/ESG Bulletin that demystifies complex European climate regulations into actionable guidance for financial professionals. The bulletin addressed a critical knowledge gap within the accounting profession: as mandatory sustainability reporting requirements accelerated, accountants lacked accessible resources translating dense regulatory frameworks into practical compliance pathways, positioning Chartered Accountants Ireland's multi-modal content as essential professional infrastructure for member capability advancement.

iamproperty joins Open Property Data Association

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Proptech firm iamproperty has joined the Open Property Data Association, backing open data standards for UK home buying. It matters as government reforms make standardised property data a legal expectation.

UKSA appoints two new Scottish board members

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The UK Spa Association has appointed two new Scottish board members to strengthen regional representation. It matters to institute professionals as the UK spa sector scales fastest in wellness tourism destinations like Scotland.

Evidence-Based Advocacy: What the CBI and BCC Budget Submissions Mean for Associations Across Ireland

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

CBI tells Chancellor Healey UK businesses paid £345bn (€411bn) in taxes in 2025-26 as BCC confirms SME costs have risen 70% in a decade. Associations have a clear mandate to lead on evidence-based cost advocacy and cross-border peer learning.

IFA proposes 100% Irish grain whiskey category

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The Irish Farmers' Association has proposed a 100 per cent Irish grain whiskey category in its whiskey GI submission. It matters as tillage farmers push back against imported maize use.

Barrett named NBRA chairperson amid referee shortage

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Paul Barrett has been appointed independent chairperson of the National Basketball Referees Association, succeeding Jim Dudley. The transition matters to institute professionals as sports bodies nationwide confront a worsening shortage of match officials.

GAA opens 2027 charity partnership applications

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The GAA has opened applications for its 2027 Official Charity Partnership programme, having distributed over €1.8 million since 2008. It matters to institute professionals as membership bodies model stable, non-state charitable funding.

Institute of Sustainability Studies shortlisted across multiple categories at The Association and Institutes Awards 2025

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Spotlighted for transformative sustainability education last year, the Institute of Sustainability Studies earned triple finalist status at The Association and Institutes Awards 2025, shortlisted for Best Institute of the Year, Best Learning and Professional Development Programme, and Best Blog, Podcast or Video for its integrated approach to corporate sustainability upskilling. The Institute's recognition across three distinct categories reflects how cohesive organisational strategy, combining flagship educational programmes, thought leadership digital content, and professional standards advancement, creates measurable impact addressing the critical skills gap in ESG implementation and environmental compliance across global business sectors.

From Report to Reality: Why Associations Must Drive the Cost of Business Agenda Forward

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Ireland’s Cost of Business Advisory Forum delivers 63 recommendations, but Chambers Ireland warns value depends on delivery. Associations have a clear mandate to drive implementation, track progress, and advocate for the reforms Irish SMEs need.

PCA launches membership for spray foam removal contractors

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The Property Care Association has launched a membership scheme for spray foam insulation removal contractors. It matters to institute professionals as an unregulated market leaves homeowners exposed to scams and mortgage complications.

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