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05 Dec 2024
Strengthening leadership for a Sustainable Future, Co-op Directors complete ICOS UCC Diploma in Corporate Direction (Food Business)
Twenty-four farmer directors and business leaders from Irish co-operatives have completed the UCC 2023-2024 Diploma in Corporate Direction (Food Business).
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04 Dec 2024
DStream Research Annoucement
Dr. Noreen Byrne shares announcement on project funded by the Environmental Protection Agency.
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29 Nov 2024
UCC Researchers Set to Explore the Untapped Potential of the Social Economy
The DICES project, led by KU Leuven and including UCC, explores how social economy organisations like co-operatives can improve social inclusion and care provision in Europe. With €3.4 million in funding from Horizon Europe, the initiative will conduct surveys, develop case studies, and pilot scalable solutions to enhance care quality and working conditions. The project emphasises person-centred approaches, addressing gaps in Europe's underfunded care sector, and aligns with UCC's strategic focus on innovative, equitable solutions for social challenges. It begins in February 2025.
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19 Sep 2024
Why a cashless society may never emerge in Ireland by Dr Olive McCarthy
The article, by Dr. Olive McCarthy (Centre for Co-operative Studies) discusses Ireland's growing move towards a cashless society, highlighting concerns over reduced cash acceptance and access. Some businesses and services have restricted cash payments, drawing criticism. Policy responses, including legislative discussions, aim to preserve cash's role in society, emphasizing its importance for inclusivity. Challenges include rising ATM and cash-handling costs for both consumers and businesses. While some European countries legally require cash acceptance, Ireland's strategy focuses on balancing digital and cash payment options to ensure accessibility and fairness for all stakeholders.
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