Questions and Answers
What is the primary aim of the Leader Programme?
Which of the following is NOT a type of grant provided by LEOS?
What role does Pobal play in community development?
How can businesses encourage ethical behavior among staff?
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Which action is considered unethical behavior in business?
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Who is responsible for selecting and awarding Leader funding?
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Which of the following best describes the concept of business ethics?
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What is the focus of Area Partnership Companies (APCs)?
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Which approach can improve business ethics within a company?
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What type of support does LEOS provide to startups?
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Study Notes
Taxation Policy
- Reducing PAYE rates increases disposable income, stimulating demand for goods and services; tax bands widened in the 2023 Budget.
- Maintaining a low corporation tax rate of 12.5% promotes company profits and foreign direct investment, crucial for business growth.
- Tax adjustments can specifically boost sectors; e.g., lowering stamp duty boosts the housing market, making home purchases more affordable.
- Increasing tax credits raises disposable income for PAYE earners, promoting spending on goods and services, enhancing competitiveness abroad.
State Agencies
- Government agencies, such as Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland, support business activities through mentoring, grants, and market research.
Enterprise Ireland
- Focuses on developing indigenous Irish industries with an export orientation, improving Ireland's balance of payments.
- Provides funding for start-ups and expansions; offers support for research and development initiatives.
- Facilitates trade fairs and export assistance to help Irish businesses connect with international markets.
Industrial Development Authority (IDA)
- Attracts and supports foreign direct investment in Ireland, engaging with multinational companies like Google and Intel.
- Provides comprehensive data on market opportunities and suitable locations for business development.
- Establishes connections between foreign companies and local industries to foster relationships and facilitate entry into the Irish market.
Government Expenditure
- Capital expenditure involves one-off government spending, e.g., the construction of the M20 motorway stimulates job creation and local business demand.
- Current expenditure consists of regular spending, such as salaries for public sector workers, increasing consumer spending power.
Government Grants
- Grants are non-repayable financial support for businesses used for purposes like R&D, machinery purchase, and training.
- Facilitate quicker business expansion and attract foreign direct investment.
- Agencies like LEOs, Enterprise Ireland, and IDA provide various grants.
Government Planning
- Engages with unions to create stable economic conditions and predictable wage costs, reducing industrial relations risks.
- Annually revises national wage agreements, tax changes, and policies through budget announcements. For example, the minimum wage increased from €11.50 to €12.70 per hour in 2023.
Government Regulation of Business
- Regulations safeguard environmental, consumer, and employee rights through established agencies like the EPA and the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.
- Legislation governs workplace protection, including the Employment Equality Act and Unfair Dismissals Act.
- The Data Protection Commission ensures businesses comply with GDPR standards for data handling.
Community Development
- Local communities foster economic and social development through collective efforts, emphasizing self-reliance and empowerment.
- Aims to enhance local infrastructure and community well-being, often relying on local grants for funding.
- LEOs provide resources and support to help local businesses flourish.
Economic Benefits of Community Development
- Job creation boosts local income, increasing spending in the community.
- Promotes an enterprise culture encouraging new business ventures.
- Enhances local authorities' revenue through increased commercial rates.
Social Benefits of Community Development
- Strengthens community spirit and reduces feelings of despair, fostering hope for progress.
- Empowers locals, generating pride and involvement in community-oriented initiatives.
- Improves local infrastructure and slows outmigration from rural areas, maintaining service availability.
Community Development Organizations
- Local Enterprise Offices serve as the first point of contact for business assistance.
- The Leader Programme supports rural enterprise development, targeting hard-to-reach populations.
- Pobal manages government and EU funding for community development projects.
Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs)
- Provide comprehensive support services including mentoring, training workshops, networking events, and grant assistance to start-ups and expanding businesses.
Leader Programme
- An EU-funded initiative enhancing rural communities by supporting local enterprise initiatives and infrastructure improvements.
Business Ethics
- Establishes guidelines for moral behavior in business, emphasizing social, ethical, and environmental responsibilities.
- Promoted through a formal code of ethics, encouraging transparency and accountability.
Unethical Behavior
- Common unethical practices include low wages, unsafe working conditions, environmental damage, and discrimination.
Improving Business Ethics
- Encouraging whistleblowing can expose unethical practices.
- Developing a code of ethics provides clarity on expected behaviors within the business.
- Management training models ethical behavior, reinforcing the importance of ethical standards through rewards and recognition.
- Staff training ensures awareness and understanding of ethical guidelines from the outset.
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