Sustainable development is the idea that human societies must live and meet their needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs We have an obligation to avoid compromising the potential development of future generations. This means taking into account both the imperatives of the present and those of the future.
In an age where convenience takes priority, what makes us believe the Bike to Work Scheme would appeal to businesses? At Peter O’Connor & Son Solicitors LLP, we believe the benefits of this initiative trump the short-term satisfaction of convenience. The Bike to Work Scheme is a tax incentive scheme to encourage employees to cycle […]
Peter O’Connor & Son are going green. We realise that our personal and corporate responsibility towards the environment goes beyond following regulations. As a result, we have decided to action to minimise our environmental impact. In the past year, we’ve halved our paper usage as we move towards creating a paperless environment in our offices. […]
We are happy to announce our commitment to sustainability improvements with the signing of a Green Practice Charter approved by LQSI. We must all do our part to face the challenge of global climate change. Here’s what we are promising. Green Practice Charter Take all steps necessary to dispose of all waste in the most […]
We are growing our own food! In further efforts to become a more sustainable firm we will be participating in the GROWCircle programme. What is GROWCircle? The GROWCircle with GIY – Climate Action at Work programme is funded by the Waterford Chamber Skillnet. GROWCircle is a corporate wellness and sustainability programme designed to make growing […]
Farm transfers and succession planning are amongst the biggest decisions a Farmer will have to make in the course of their lifetime. Farm Succession Planning should be a collaborative process and should include discussions between the family, Accountants, Famer Consultants and Solicitors. Succession planning should not be left until the last minute, i.e. the eve […]
The stated aim and purpose of Farm Consolidation Relief is to encourage the consolidation of farm holdings. This is done to reduce fragmentation and improve the operation and viability of farms. Certain sales and transfer or exchanges of land that are carried out for consolidation purposes may be entitled to stamp duty relief. This relief […]
We most commonly see the transfer of a site from a parent to a child, in a rural context. Typically, this is done “voluntarily” .i.e. no money or consideration is paid by the child to the parent. The site is transferred in return for “natural love and affection” the child bears for the parent. While, […]
