IE Domain Registry t/a .IE Annual Report 2021

Chair’s Statement Keeping the .ie namespace infrastructure safe and secure for our internet users and for Irish business is a critical priority for the Board. Although not responsible for website content, we are nevertheless pleased to provide a policy forum for stakeholders to debate and build consensus about measures to protect the innocent online. The Board approved a new 4-year strategic plan in April 2021 after a robust strategy development process with external expert facilitation. In Strategy 2024, we reaffirmed our Purpose: to enable and empower people, communities and businesses across Ireland to thrive online, and we assure our stakeholders of our continued commitment into the future. As we strive to achieve our new strategic objectives, set out on the previous page, we will be true to our values of Equality – Excellence – Endeavour. IE Domain Registry CLG t/a .IE / Annual Report & Review 2021 4 Chair’s Statement