National Economic and Social Council

We are the national advisory body to the Taoiseach and the Irish Government, providing research, dialogue and advice that helps achieve Ireland’s sustainable economic, social and environmental development.

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In the Spotlight

NESC Speaks on Threats to Social Cohesion at Annual Disinformation Forum

12 May 2026 – Colette Bennett outlined the need for media literacy to safeguard against the negative effects of disinformation.

NESC Visits Barcelona to Discuss Inter-Civilisational Approaches to Policymaking

12 May 2026 – Dr Siobhán O’Sullivan attended the event on Inter‑Civilisational Dialogue from a European Perspective.

Press Release for Council Report No.173 ‘Artificial Intelligence in Service of Society’

28 April 2026 – New NESC report emphasises Ireland’s critical window of opportunity.

Recent Publications

11 May

Social Cohesion: European Case Studies

A cross-case study comparative analysis of twelve European case studies, in collaboration with seven different NESCs.

29 April

Artificial Intelligence in Service of Society: Navigating Our Way Forward

How can we best develop and deploy AI in ways that are safe, ethical, and rights-respecting?

29 April

Social Cohesion: Report of Workshops Held in Dublin and Cavan

Comparing outputs and themes from two participatory workshops that explored the topic of social cohesion.

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News & Events

26 February 2026

NESC Hosts Policy Roundtable on Green Hydrogen

22 October 2025

NESC Energy Conference 2025: Energising the Transition

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