Blog
From Reflection to Action: Shaping the Year Ahead
In this article Caroline Spillane CDir, reflects on key moments from the last year, and shares insights for the year ahead.
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Top Picks
Thought leadership articles
Blog
Navigating a New Age of Risk in 2026 – and What Boards Must Do About It
In this article, Rachael Ingle, CEO of Aon Ireland, discusses how Irish boards must confront rising cyber, economic, regulatory and geopolitical risks by strengthening resilience and treating risk as a strategic priority.
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Blog
The EU Omnibus ‘Simplification’ Agenda: What’s Next?
In this article Sean MacHale, Partner, Head of Sustainable Finance Global Hub, EY, discusses how the EU is cutting back and simplifying many of its sustainability rules, and how this shift will have major consequences for financial firms as Europe tries to stay competitive, while managing climate and energy challenges.
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Blog
Ireland, Europe and the Boardroom – Why this Year’s Irish EU Presidency Matters
In this article Noelle O'Connell, Vice President EM International, discusses why Ireland’s 2026 EU Presidency matters for competitiveness, geopolitics, boardrooms and Europe’s future.
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Blog
Key Political Moments to Watch in 2026
A timely article from Q4 Public Affairs expert Rory Hogan, who discusses how Ireland’s fragile political landscape in 2026 will shape government decision making, and the country’s capacity to deliver on key policies during its EU Presidency.
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Director Factsheets
Factsheets
EU Provisional Agreement to Limit Scope of CSRD and CS3D Corporate Sustainability Reporting
This factsheet outlines the EU's agreement to scale back its corporate sustainability reporting rules under CSRD and CS3D. The goal is to simplify regulation and reduce pressure on businesses.
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Factsheets
Do Your (Director’s) Duty: Considerations for Directors of Regulated Financial Services Providers
The factsheet explains the key legal and regulatory duties of directors of regulated financial services providers in Ireland, and outlines practical steps directors should take to evidence compliance.
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Factsheets
Briefing: Investment Limited Partnerships to Benefit from DWT Exemption
The factsheet explains that, from 2026, certain Irish investment limited partnerships will be exempt from Dividend Withholding Tax, making Ireland’s funds sector more attractive and competitive.
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Factsheets
Briefing: EU Sanctions against Russia and Belarus – New ‘Best Efforts’ Obligation
This factsheet explains the EU’s new “Best Efforts” obligation, requiring EU companies to actively prevent their non-EU subsidiaries from undermining sanctions against Russia and Belarus.
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Webcasts of Events
Webcast
Fraud Risk: What Directors Need to Know
Watch this webcast which examined the growing threat of corporate fraud, one of the most significant threats to organisational integrity and reputation.
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Webcast
Judgement at Work: Making Better Choices
Watch this webcast with Sir Andrew Likierman, renowned academic, former Dean of London Business School, on how directors and business leaders can develop and refine their own judgement.
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Webcast
Cybersecurity: The Role of the Board
Watch this cybersecurity webcast designed to empower directors with the knowledge and tools to strengthen their role in safeguarding organisational value.
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Event Presentations
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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Presentations
IoD Ireland Annual Report 2023
Read the IoD Ireland Annual Report for 2023, which outlines key achievements and activities for the business. Forewords by John Reynolds CDir, President, IoD Ireland, and Caroline Spillane CDir, Chief Executive Officer, IoD Ireland.
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Director Handbooks
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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Tax & Legal Panels
Director FAQs
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.
