Working Groups

Retail Ireland offers a variety of working groups and forums, giving members the chance to collaborate, share best practices, and engage on key retail issues. Our working groups also help to inform and frame our policy agenda and advocacy activities. 

Our Working Groups and Forums

Retail Ireland Council

• Meets twice a year to discuss the critical issues impacting the retail sector.

HR Forums

• Regular forums keep members informed on key policy and legal updates.

Skillnet Skills Steering Group

• Meets four times a year to exchange ideas, discuss training needs, and prioritize learning and development (L&D) initiatives.

Health and Safety Working Group

• Brings together specialists from across the sector to address health and safety challenges.
• Meets four times per year, often hosted by member companies.

Grocery Group

• Focuses on policy, regulatory, and operational issues relevant to supermarkets, convenience stores, and the grocery trade.

Facilities Managers Group

• This group provides a platform to share best practices on a range of topics, including health and safety, building management systems, staff access, chemical management, cleaning practices, and sustainability.

Supply Chain Group

• Brings together professionals specializing in logistics, global supply chains, and demand management to address cross-sectoral challenges.

Retail Ireland Sustainability Mailing List

• Stay informed with the latest updates on sustainability issues at both EU and national levels. This mailing list is specifically designed for sustainability managers and professionals whose roles encompass sustainability and ESG initiatives.

Why Participate?
Retail Ireland’s working groups and forums help members address shared challenges, stay informed about industry developments, and shape the future of retail in Ireland.