BREAKING: County Tipperary Chamber issues statement over reports of 'internal dispute'

County Tipperary Chamber has issued a statement clarifying that recent commentary and reports concerning an internal dispute involving Tipperary Chamber do not involve its organisation.

In a statement, County Tipperary Chamber said the matter relates solely to Tipperary Chamber and that it is a separate body representing businesses across the county.

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“County Tipperary Chamber wishes to make clear that recent commentary and reports concerning an internal dispute involving Tipperary Chamber relate to that organisation alone and does not involve County Tipperary Chamber,” the statement said.

The organisation also outlined its status as the county’s only chamber affiliated with the national body.

“County Tipperary Chamber is a separate organisation, representing businesses across the entire county, and is the only chamber in County Tipperary affiliated with Chambers Ireland, the national body for chambers of commerce,” the statement said.

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It added that Tipperary Chamber operates independently.

“For clarity, Tipperary Chamber operates independently and is not affiliated with County Tipperary Chamber or Chambers Ireland,” the statement said.

County Tipperary Chamber said it continues to represent businesses across the county, including in Tipperary Town.

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“County Tipperary Chamber continues to support and represent businesses throughout County Tipperary, including in Tipperary Town, as part of its county wide membership and remit,” the statement said.

The organisation said its priority remains supporting business and economic development.

“Our priority remains to advocate for the needs of business across the county, including investment in infrastructure, improved transport links, housing supply, business competitiveness, and the continued development of vibrant town centres and local economies,” the statement said.

County Tipperary Chamber added that it will continue to work with members and stakeholders.

“County Tipperary Chamber will continue to work constructively with members, public representatives and stakeholders to support enterprise and strengthen the economic future of county Tipperary,” the statement concluded.