The impending introduction of pension auto-enrolment in 2025 is set to significantly impact Irish employers, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This government initiative aims to increase the number of people saving for retirement by automatically enrolling eligible employees into pension schemes. While the goal is commendable, the practical implications for businesses, especially SMEs, could be far-reaching.

The IPASS Conference 2024 discussed some significant updates to Ireland's employment landscape, particularly with the introduction of the Auto Enrolment Retirement Savings System set to go live in Q1 2025.

The government has announced details of new legislation for the auto-enrolment pensions savings scheme. It’s designed to encourage workers to save for their retirement and make it more straightforward for businesses to offer a workplace pension option.