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A&L Goodbody AudioLab

A&L Goodbody AudioLab

by A&L Goodbody LLP

Irish FDI Screening Key developments and implications

Our EU, Competition & Procurement team discuss the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment’s first annual report on Ireland’s Foreign Direct Investment screening regime under the Screening of Third Country Transactions Act 2023. They examine the key statistics and explore what the data reveals about review timelines, sensitive sectors, and the practical impact on deal planning.

Trends in insurance transactions part 2: pension risk transfer and funded reinsurance

Stephen D’Ardis, insurance partner and David Main, pensions partner discuss key trends shaping insurance transactions, including pension risk transfer deals, also known as bulk purchase annuities.

Where corporate Ireland hits its stride - Run your own race

This third and final episode focuses on finding your pace, building consistency, and staying motivated. Olympic athlete and ALG5K ambassador David Gillick leads a guided 20-minute run designed to support your training ahead of race day.

Trends in insurance transactions part 1: private capital

Stephen Quinlivan, corporate M&A partner and Laura Mulleady, corporate insurance partner, discuss recent trends in insurance transactions in the Irish and European market, with a particular focus on private capital.

Preparing for the EU Pay Transparency Directive: Key considerations for employers

With the EU Pay Transparency Directive deadline of 7 June 2026 fast approaching, it is now clear that Ireland will adopt a phased approach to implementation. While this delay provides additional time, the direction of travel is certain and employers should be using this window to prepare.

Irish merger control developments for life sciences clients Q1 2026

Irish merger control is entering a new phase with significant implications, particularly for life sciences. In this podcast, Dervla Broderick and Peter Murphy discuss the CCPC’s first call-in of a sub-threshold deal, use of interim measures, and proposed threshold changes, highlighting the need for earlier competition risk assessment and engagement.

Where corporate Ireland hits its stride - Making time for training and wellness

In part two of our new podcast series 'Where corporate Ireland hits its stride', we explore how professionals across corporate Ireland build consistency, resilience, and motivation around busy schedules. David Gillick and Aideen Burke share practical advice on staying consistent, training sustainably during high-pressure periods, and the role of community, teamwork and partners such as Depaul and Athletics Ireland.

Where corporate Ireland hits its stride - Running for beginners

In part one of our new podcast series 'Where corporate Ireland hits its stride', ALG5K brand ambassadors David Gillick and Aideen Burke focus on running for beginners. If you’re completely new to running, or getting back into it, this episode offers practical tips on building a sustainable training routine, avoiding common injuries, and getting your pacing right.

Use of GenAI in selling insurance: A tool or an insurance distributer?

Laura Mulleady and Catherine Moloney from ALG’s Insurance & Reinsurance group, discuss the regulatory risks and opportunities of using generative AI in insurance sales within the developing EU distribution framework.

Aircraft loan ABS

Keith Mulhern, Aviation & Transport Finance partner, joins Sinéad O’Connor, Capital Markets – Debt partner, to discuss aviation loan ABS in the context of the structuring challenges these deals present for issuers and investors.

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