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.
In the Spotlight
NESC Participates in EUPAN Working Level Meeting
8 October 2026 – Dr David Hallinan represented NESC at the meeting which formed part of Ireland’s EU Presidency programme of events.
NESC Part of AI Panel at Maynooth University
18 September 2026 – Dr Siobhán O’Sullivan contributed to the university’s Realising European Values in Digital Governance and Enforcement roundtable event.
Understanding, Supporting & Fostering Social Cohesion: European Perspective
An in-person event, to be held on 24th November, marking the completion of a body of work on social cohesion undertaken by NESC, other National ESCs, and the EESC.
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28 May 2026