The second phase of construction is underway on a multi-million pound refurbishment scheme at the National Gallery of Ireland (NGI).

The total cost of the project, which is being funded by the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, the OPW and the NGI, is expected to be in excess of €30m.

The project, which is generating 300 full-time construction and specialist jobs, is the biggest refurbishment of the National Gallery since it opened in 1864. It involves the repair of the Milltown Wing roof, significant upgrading of the Dargan Wing (1864) and the Milltown Wing (1903) and the Merrion Entrance whilst upgrading the buildings to current gallery standards.

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It will also see the introduction of an energy centre in the forecourt and enhanced fire and security control systems, as well the reopening of Victorian features and spaces within the buildings for the optimum presentation of its own collections.

(CD/JP)