Chambers warn Government to tackle critical infrastructure or face 'managed decline'

Detailed pre-budget submission highlights shortfall in energy, public transport, water, and wastewater treatment

Failure to deliver critical infrastructure now threatens Ireland’s future prosperity, the chief executive of Chambers Ireland has warned, urging the Government to act or risk “a period of managed decline”. Picture: Darragh Kane

Failure to deliver critical infrastructure now threatens Ireland’s future prosperity, the chief executive of Chambers Ireland has warned, urging the Government to act or risk “a period of managed decline”.

Ian Talbot was speaking at the launch of Chambers Ireland’s pre-budget submission, reflecting the shared concerns and aspirations of affiliated Chambers of Commerce around the country.