What the scheme is The Irish Government introduced a flagship programme in 2022 entitled Basic Income for the Arts (BIA) aimed at offering income-support to practising artists and creative arts…
Ireland’s event industry is at a turning point. From global festivals and conferences to regional cultural gatherings, events drive creativity, tourism, innovation, and employment. Yet the absence of a unified…
Cities come alive when their streets, venues and cultural spaces stay active beyond daylight hours. In Ireland, the emergence of the night-time economy as a recognised policy priority signals a…
The success of any public event depends not only on planning or creativity but on effective collaboration between the multiple stakeholders involved. Local authorities, statutory agencies, emergency services, event organisers,…
The event industry is more than gatherings, entertainment or one-off experiences, it is a significant economic engine, generating jobs, driving investment, enhancing regional development and supporting Ireland’s strategic positioning on…
The Irish events industry has made notable progress in recent years around health and safety compliance, yet as the sector becomes larger and more complex, meeting the bare minimum standards…
In an era of rapid technological advancement, the events industry stands at the threshold of a significant shift in how events are planned, authorised, and managed. The adoption of digital…
In recent years, the events industry in Ireland has undergone a significant shift. What was once largely about logistics, guest experience and revenue is increasingly anchored in sustainability, not just…
As Ireland’s event sector continues to grow in scale and sophistication, its most pressing challenge is no longer creativity or demand — it is people. Behind every successful festival, conference,…
Accreditation as the Backbone of Safer, Smarter Events As the events industry evolves in scale and complexity, the importance of structured accreditation and recognised standards cannot be overstated. Robust accreditation…