13 May 2026
Forvis Mazars backs NFP on Metis Ireland deal
Forvis Mazars are delighted to have supported NFP on its acquisition of Metis Ireland.
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13 May 2026
EU AI Act new timelines
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:
12 May 2026
The evolving role of the DPO in AI governance
As artificial intelligence becomes more deeply embedded across public sector organisations, the role of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) is evolving rapidly.
12 May 2026
AI adoption in the public sector
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.
12 May 2026
Forvis Mazars backs Arachas acquisition
Forvis Mazars are delighted to have supported Arachas Corporate Brokers Limited on the acquisition of Catalpa Underwriting.
12 May 2026
Forvis Mazars backs ORS acquisition
Forvis Mazars is delighted to have provided financial due diligence services to ORS on the acquisition of GDCL Consulting Engineers.
11 May 2026
Ireland’s Digital Games Tax Credit
Why is it that a generous relief has yet to drive scale, inward investment or job growth?
7 May 2026
Fuel Support for farmers & cashflow tips
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.
7 May 2026
Recovery planning for insurance undertaking
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).
7 May 2026
Steps Team Challenge delivers impact nationwide
This year marked the fourth edition of the Forvis Mazars Ireland Steps Team Challenge. What began as a simple initiative to encourage people to stay active during the winter months has grown into a nationwide wellbeing campaign, engaging thousands of participants, organisations and communities across Ireland.
7 May 2026
Resolution planning for insurance undertaking
The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has published the first batch of guidelines and draft technical standards supporting the implementation of the Insurance Recovery and Resolution Directive (IRRD).
30 Apr 2026
The EBA publishes Report on banks’ dry run testing
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has published a report examining how banks test the implementation of their recovery plans through so called dry runs. The report compares current practices across the EU and assesses how effectively dry runs support institutions’ preparedness for periods of severe financial stress.
30 Apr 2026
Board priorities for 2026
The Central Bank of Ireland’s 2026 Regulatory & Supervisory Outlook sends a clear and consistent message to boards: valuation, data and model risk are no longer technical issues. They are core governance priorities.
21 Apr 2026
Driving growth across the region
Speaking recently on Radio Kerry with Amber Galwey, Maurice Hickey, Audit & Assurance Partner at Forvis Mazars, shared his perspective on regional growth, talent and the opportunity to build ambitious careers from the west and southwest.
15 Apr 2026
High performing teams
Across elite sport, world-class orchestras and high-performing businesses, sustained success is shaped by shared principles: trust, clarity of purpose, disciplined practice, resilience under pressure and a culture that supports continuous learning.
8 Apr 2026
Climate in the boardroom
How boards can move from climate awareness to action
7 Apr 2026
Tax incentives supporting residential property
In parallel with the Housing Action Plan introduced by Government, a range of tax measures have been put in place to encourage the building of housing developments aimed at a range of taxpayers from developers to landlords to owner-occupiers and tenants.
2 Apr 2026
CBI Regulatory and Supervisory Outlook 2026
The Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) has released its third annual “Regulatory and Supervisory Outlook” report, highlighting the key trends facing the financial sector in Ireland.
31 Mar 2026
EU Biotech Act: latest regulatory developments
The EDPB and EDPS have published Joint Opinion 3/2026 on the European Commission’s proposal for a European Biotech Act, introducing a harmonised framework for biotechnology, clinical trials and emerging AI enabled applications in life sciences.
30 Mar 2026
University of Limerick fined €98,000
The Irish Data Protection Commission fined the University of Limerick €98,000 after 12 personal data breaches between 2018 and 2020, highlighting serious compliance failures.
30 Mar 2026
European Data Protection Board (EDPB) guidance
The EDPB has published a series of updates that reflect its ongoing focus on harmonisation, practical guidance and coordinated supervision across the EU.
30 Mar 2026
CNIL €3.5m fine over customer match practices
The French Data Protection Authority (CNIL) has fined an organisation €3.5 million for improper use of customer match tools, reinforcing the growing regulatory focus on social media‑based targeted advertising. The decision highlights the need for clear transparency, specific consent and strong governance when sharing customer data with advertising platforms.
30 Mar 2026
Data Subject Access Requests: new developments
Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) remain one of the most frequently exercised GDPR rights, yet their purpose and limits are often misunderstood. Recent decisions at both national and EU level provide clearer direction for organisations responding to access requests and highlight how regulators and courts view the underlying intent of the right.
30 Mar 2026
Forvis Mazars backs Redfaire acquisition
Forvis Mazars is pleased to have provided financial and tax due diligence services to Redfaire on its acquisition of eKal Solutions.
30 Mar 2026
Outside expertise is closing the governance gap
Sarah Colfer, Director of Corporate Secretarial Services, was featured in a piece by Stephen Wynne-Jones for a Special Report on Corporate Governance from the Business Post this weekend. The full text of the article is below.
30 Mar 2026
Family business succession
How to avoid a succession nightmare scenario
27 Mar 2026
Fire authority planning
Fire authorities across Ireland are navigating rapid demographic change, evolving housing patterns and increasingly complex climate challenges.
26 Mar 2026
Who is going to regulate AI in Ireland?
The AI Act allows for varying types of regulators, including market surveillance authorities, fundamental rights authorities and coordinating bodies.
26 Mar 2026
Indirect discrimination in recruitment
A recent Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) decision involving the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) highlights how easily even well-intentioned recruitment processes can lead to indirect discrimination.
26 Mar 2026
Deadline for RZLT Submissions
As part of the ongoing implementation of the Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT), landowners are reminded that 1 April 2026 is a critical statutory deadline.
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