Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins and Rosemary Daly, the Department's Chief Planner, have both been named in The Planner's Women of Influence list for 2026.

The announcement, which aligned with International Women's Day 2026, follows a formal nomination process and a review by a panel of judges representing the planning industry.

The duo has been credited with driving significant reforms within the planning system over the past year. Working alongside the Department's planning group and in partnership with local councils, their efforts have focused on enhancing system performance through consistent engagement across all professional levels.

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Declan McGeown, the Department's Interim Permanent Secretary, offered his congratulations to both recipients, stating: "This is a tremendous honour for the Minister and Rosemary who with dedicated support and commitment of the Department's planning group in collaboration with local councils over the last year have been leading the reforms of the planning system here. A lot of work has been done to improve performance within the system through regular engagement at all levels. The Minister and Rosemary are passionate about creating an effective and efficient planning system which is so important for many aspects of life here. Across the Department we are so proud to see both of them being recognised in this way, alongside other inspirational women working across the planning sector."

The recognition highlights a commitment to developing a more efficient and effective planning framework, which is considered vital for various sectors and communities.