Mary was joined in studio by Carmel Grant of Carmel Grant Designs, and Polly Doyle of Polly & Andy - they’re among the talented Waterford Designers who will represent the Déise at Showcase Ireland in the RDS.

Breda Dooley at Matrix Recruitment will discuss what 2026 salaries look like in Ireland and where skills shortages are most acute.

And the small firms association has launched its three year strategy document. Mary heard from David Broderick of the SFA about what it means for business owners.

Mary was joined in studio by Carmel Grant of Carmel Grant Designs, and Polly Doyle&nbsp;of Polly &amp; Andy - they’re among the talented Waterford Designers who will represent the Déise at Showcase Ireland in the RDS.Breda Dooley at Matrix Recruitment will discuss what 2026 salaries look like in Ireland and where skills shortages are most acute.And the small firms association has launched its three year strategy document. Mary heard from David Broderick of the SFA about what it means for business owners.

The Hot Desk is WLR's weekly business programme, produced and presented by Mary O'Neill and sponsored by MK Brazil. The show features stories and developments from all industry sectors, as well as highlighting the many brilliant entrepreneurs in Waterford City and County.

The Hot Desk is WLR's weekly business programme, produced and presented by Mary O'Neill and sponsored by MK Brazil. The show features stories and developments from all industry sectors, as well as highlighting the many brilliant entrepreneurs in Waterford City and County.