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Partner Fiona Byrne was recently featured in an article by Penny Gray in their Cork Supplement Special Report. Full text is available below.
On Friday, 12 June, we brought together leading voices from across the property, legal and advisory sectors to examine the forces shaping residential housing and infrastructure delivery.
As artificial intelligence (AI) moves from experimentation to implementation, businesses are increasingly looking for tangible returns on their investments.
Spanish Point Technologies, a leading Microsoft and Databricks cloud specialist, have secured strategic investment from Apiary Capital LLP.
Forvis Mazars are delighted to have supported MML Capital Partners on their successful exit from their investment in RelateCare.
Public Country-by-Country Reporting (Public CbCR) is a tax transparency framework introduced by the European Union under Directive (EU) 2021/2101 and implemented in Ireland through the 2023 Regulations.
Taxpayers involved in a mix of VATable and VAT exempt activities must carry out an annual review of their General Overhead Recovery Rate to ensure input VAT apportionment calculations are correct.
On 1 July 2026, the EU will introduce an interim flat-rate customs duty of €3 per item on low-value e-commerce imports from outside the EU, ending the long-standing duty-free treatment that has applied to goods below €150. This measure will apply from 1 July 2026 until July 2028 when the full EU customs reform package is due to come into effect.
Directors’ loan accounts are a common and legitimate feature of Irish SMEs, particularly in owner managed companies where directors frequently move funds in and out of the company.
As regulatory expectations evolve and firms navigate increasing complexity, risk culture has become a central focus for boards.
Do you own property in Ireland and are planning to sell it, or have you already done so while living abroad? The disposal of Irish “specified assets” such as land or buildings in the State is always subject to Irish Capital Gains Tax (CGT), regardless of where you live.
Leasing farmland can offer landowners regular income, reduced day-to-day involvement and continued ownership of a valuable family asset.
One of the most important early decisions in a Europrivacy certification project is defining the Target of Evaluation, or TOE. This determines exactly what processing activity will be assessed, what evidence will be required, and what the certificate can credibly say.
Organisations have the opportunity to evidence GDPR compliance, not simply assert it.
Transfer pricing (TP) continues to be a central area of focus in Ireland, driven by increasing globalisation, significant inbound and outbound foreign direct investment and the growing importance of intangible assets.
June marks the fifth year of mandatory Gender Pay Gap (GPG) reporting in Ireland. As we approach this milestone, it has never been more important for organisations to view GPG reporting not as just a compliance exercise, but as an ongoing baseline for decision-making and progress.
The revision of Solvency II represents a significant evolution of Europe’s prudential framework for insurers, with the dual aim of strengthening resilience while enhancing the sector’s capacity to support long-term investment.
If you've ever chipped in a few euros to help your local GAA club build a new dressing room, supported your tennis club’s dream for new courts or donated to your child’s athletics club, here’s some good news: you might be able to get tax relief on that donation.
An Tánaiste and Minister for Finance, Simon Harris, opened the 2026 Irish Investor Awards held on 15 May in the Round Room at the Mansion House.
As of April 2026, there have been some key updates to the EU AI Act timeline.
The EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970) represents one of the most significant shifts in European employment law in recent years.
Forvis Mazars is delighted to have provided financial and taxation due diligence services to Metis Ireland which was acquired by NFP.
The AI Act Omnibus that was proposed in November 2025 has gone through the legislative process and has been finalised. While the final text is not yet available here is what we know so far:
As artificial intelligence becomes more deeply embedded across public sector organisations, the role of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) is evolving rapidly.
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of the public sector technology landscape. From automation and information discovery to service delivery and operational efficiency, organisations are increasingly exploring how AI can support transformation programmes and improve outcomes.
Forvis Mazars are delighted to have supported Arachas Corporate Brokers Limited on the acquisition of Catalpa Underwriting.
Forvis Mazars is delighted to have provided financial due diligence services to ORS on the acquisition of GDCL Consulting Engineers.
Why is it that a generous relief has yet to drive scale, inward investment or job growth?
Following recent disruption to global oil supply caused by conflict in the middle East, fuel prices across Ireland have risen sharply, with significant increases in the cost of green diesel, home heating oil and fuel at the pumps.
The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has published the first batch of draft technical standards supporting the implementation of the Insurance Recovery and Resolution Directive (IRRD).
Our clients’ long-term sustainable development and growth is our top priority
Understanding local environments, issues and people is essential for us to help your business grow.
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