Ireland: Leading the Next Generation of International Financial Services

Irish Funds’ response to the Department of Finance’s consultation Ireland for Finance Strategy 2026–2030 sets out a clear roadmap to secure Ireland’s place as a global leader in financial innovation.

Our priorities:

• Funds Review 2030 Findings - Swift and transparent implementation of the Funds Review 2030 recommendations

• Operating Environment - Enhance regulatory, legislative and taxation agility through targeted reforms to simplify processes and reduce the cost of doing business across the sector

• Accountable Delivery - Drive reforms with accountability by establishing a dedicated, well-resourced multi-departmental taskforce with clear ownership and timelines

• Private Assets Regime - Unlock the Private Asset Opportunity to attract capital into infrastructure, SMEs, housing, and renewables.

• Retail Investor participation - Enhance participation both internationally and domestically by supporting financial literacy measures and investor level tax changes identified in the Funds Review 2030

• Skills and Talent - : Invest in upskilling initiatives aligned with the Financial Services Skills Framework and promote diversity through initiatives like the Women in Finance Charter

• Advance Digital Finance & Fintech Integration: Leverage Ireland’s global tech ecosystem to foster innovation in digital asset management, AI-driven compliance, DLT or blockchain-based fund administration, tokenisation and digital fund distribution.

Our Commitment:
Irish Funds is ready to work with all partners to deliver a sustainable, competitive, and innovative future for Ireland’s funds and asset management sector.

Read our full response on the Member Portal.