Blog
Why Public Attitudes Matter for Business and Ireland’s EU Presidency
In this article, David Geary, CEO, European Movement Ireland (EMI), outlines new EMI research, what the EU presidency priorities mean for Irish business, and the importance of public trust.
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Blog
Why Public Attitudes Matter for Business and Ireland’s EU Presidency
In this article, David Geary, CEO, European Movement Ireland (EMI), outlines new EMI research, what the EU presidency priorities mean for Irish business, and the importance of public trust.
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Blog
Real Estate, Risk and Opportunities for Board’s Strategic Planning
In this article Michele Jackson CDir, Chartered Surveyor, discusses how boards can use real estate strategically to drive value, resilience, sustainability, workforce success and growth.
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Blog
Navigating AI Governance: Essential Steps for Boards to Take
In this article, Dr. Orla Lenihan, Assistant Professor in Corporate Governance & MBA Director, University of Galway, discusses how boards can build effective AI governance, balance innovation with oversight, manage emerging risks, and strengthen accountability.
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Blog
Ethical AI: Why Boards Can’t Afford to Treat it as a “Tech Issue” Anymore
In this article Dottie Schindlinger, Executive Director, Diligent Institute, explores why boards must oversee AI as a strategic governance priority. She outlines key risks, regulatory obligations and practical steps to balance innovation, accountability, compliance and stakeholder trust.
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Factsheets
EU AI Act Transparency Obligations Take Effect on 2 August 2026
This Factsheet outlines the transparency obligations under Article 50 of the EU AI Act for organisations providing or deploying AI systems in the EU.
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Factsheets
Legal Risks Facing Directors – A Review of Recent Case Law
This Factsheet outlines recent Irish and UK court decisions highlighting the legal risks directors can face in carrying out their duties.
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Factsheets
Gender Balance on Boards - An Update for 2026
This factsheet outlines Ireland’s 2025 gender balance regulations for company boards and the steps organisations must take to comply. Courtesy of Mason Hayes & Curran.
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Factsheets
Unlocking IP-backed Finance: Recent EU Developments
This Factsheet outlines recent EU initiatives designed to help innovative businesses use intellectual property assets to access finance.
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Webcast
Ethical AI: Director Leadership, Risk, and Responsibility
Watch this webcast with Ger Perdisatt, Founder and CEO, Acuity AI and Joan Mulvihill, Technology Evangelist, Independent NED who examine the emerging risks and opportunities associated with AI adoption, from bias and transparency to regulatory compliance and reputational exposure.
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Webcast
D&O Insurance Demystified: What Directors Need to Know
Watch this webcast with Edwina Ryan, Managing Director, Aon Ireland, and Kieran Dillon, Director, Financial & Professional Services, Aon Ireland, who provide directors with a clear understanding of the purpose, structure and real-world implications of D&O insurance.
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Webcast
Selling a Business: Key Insights for Directors
Watch this webcast with John Bowe, Corporate Finance Partner at Forvis Mazars, and Kevin Neary CDir, Non-Executive Director and Entrepreneur, which explores the key steps directors should consider when navigating the sale of a business.
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Presentations
Economic and Political Update 2026
Download the full presentation from our recent event with Jim Power, Economist.
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Presentations
Dawn Raids: The Role of a Director
Download the full presentation from our recent Dawn Raids event with Cormac Little SC, Partner and Head of Competition & Regulation, William Fry.
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Presentations
Economic and Political Update 2025
Download the full presentation from our recent event with Jim Power, Economist and Media Commentator.
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Presentations
Cyber Security Risk | What a Director Should Know
Download the full presentation from this IoD Briefing with Paul Gillen, Chief Security Officer and Country Manager, Barclays Bank Ireland. This event is part of the IoD Briefing Series: Designed for Directors, sponsored by Accenture.
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Handbook
Directors’ Handbook: Fifth Edition
The Directors’ Handbook provides a valuable resource to directors in Ireland on their role and responsibilities. Exclusively available to IoD Ireland members.
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Handbook
A Handbook for Directors of Regulated Financial Services Companies in Ireland: Fourth Edition
This Handbook sets out in clear terms the general duties imposed on all directors as well as the considerable additional burdens imposed on directors of a financial services company. Exclusively available to IoD Ireland members.
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This section contains helpful answers to key director questions, relating to: state boards; questions to ask before joining a board; tax; director duties; fiduciary duties; diversity; and much more.
