Short list announced for Cork’s Better Building Awards
The stage is set for an exciting run up to this year’s Cork Better Building Awards, as the shortlist unveils properties from across the city and greater city area. As well as direct nominations, the public have nominated their own favourite buildings that make a positive impact on the Cork built environment. As a result, […]
Record Crowds Fuel Busiest Guinness Cork Jazz Festival Weekend
“I love the fantastic musical village that Guinness Cork Jazz Festival has created.” Gregory Porter The Guinness Cork Jazz Festival has once again been a phenomenal success, with businesses reporting a 12% increase in sales compared to last year. The headline performances may be over for another year but the festival continues […]
Progress on Events Centre welcome, but undue delays must be avoided, say Cork Business Associations
In a joint statement, Cork Chamber, the Cork Business Association (CBA), the Cork branch of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF), the Vintners Federation (VFI) in Cork, and the Restaurants Association of Ireland (RAI) have expressed disappointment at the news that the Cork Events Centre is set to be hit by further delays, but welcome the […]
Here’s Where to Find Free Jazz on The Streets of Cork This Weekend!
Jazz Stroll on Oliver Plunkett Street, marching brass bands, Live at the Library, the Big Jazz Bus, jam sessions, jazz exhibitions, the Kinsale fringe, and so much more during the Cork Jazz Festival Big Fringe. Jazz will take centre stage on the streets of Cork over the October Bank Holiday Weekend as The Big Fringe returns […]
CBA Urges Cork Councillors not to pursue increase in commercial rates
Cork Business Association (CBA) is concerned about the potential increase in commercial rates, as reported in ongoing discussions for the 2025 Cork City Council budget. While we recognise the challenges the council faces in addressing the projected €3 million deficit, raising commercial rates by up to 3% would place an additional burden on already struggling […]
Cork City Council Night Time Economy team and Cork Business Association Launch ‘Leave a Light On’ Campaign
As the winter months draw near and the nights grow longer, Cork City Council and the Cork Business Association (CBA) are proud to announce the ‘Leave a Light On’ Campaign, an initiative aimed at enhancing safety and fostering a sense of community in the city centre. The campaign, part of Cork City Council’s ongoing […]
2025 Budget Insights
We are pleased to share our Vice-President Dave O’Brien’s (Xeinadin) in-depth analysis and key insights on the recently announced 2025 Irish Budget. This year’s budget brings significant changes and opportunities that could impact businesses, individuals, and industries across the country. Dave’s opening words – Budget 2025 was the clearest indication yet that a general […]
CBA host inaugural ‘Safe & Clean’ Event
Cork Business Association (CBA) hosted a key event in the city today, bringing together local political leaders, key stakeholders, and business owners/ managers to announce a series of exciting new initiatives to make Cork the ‘safest, cleanest and most welcoming city’. The CBA, a voluntary organisation supporting businesses in Cork for the past 67 […]
Cork is flying the Purple Flag
Cork City has received the Purple Flag accreditation, a recognition of its commitment to creating a dynamic, secure, and vibrant evening and night time economy. Purple Flag – similar to the Blue Flag for beaches – aims to raise the standard and broaden the appeal of town and city centres between the hours of […]
Cork Business Association launch Better Building Awards 2024
Nominations are now open for Cork Better Buildings Awards 2024. The awards, organised by Cork Business Association with the support of Cork City Council, recognise the efforts of developers, landlords and tenants to present properties throughout the city to their absolute best. Last year’s winners came from a variety of sectors and each entry […]