Economic activity requires sensible rules that encourage firm startup and growth, and that avoid creating distortions in the marketplace. The World Bank’s Doing Business 2016 report provides an assessment of a range of regulations affecting SMEs throughout the business life cycle. In the latest report, Ireland is ranked 17th out of 189 locations - an improvement of 2 places from last year. This Bulletin from the National Competitiveness Council analyses Ireland's performance and highlights areas requiring further policy action.

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