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30/04/2025
A new affordable housing development at Clonburris in South Dublin has officially been unveiled.
Canal Bank contains 60 one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom contemporary homes being offered for sale by South Dublin County Council under an affordable dwelling purchase arrangement. These homes are, su
30/04/2025
Global manufacturer Chemviron has been appointed contractor for NI Water's major £8 million project which will benefit 14 Water Treatment Plants across all counties in Northern Ireland.
Chemviron, a recognised leader in the activated carbon and reactivation industry, will receive the investment ove
30/04/2025
Northern Ireland construction firm GRAHAM has officially broken ground on Dyecoats, a flagship regeneration scheme based in Leeds.
The commencement of building works marks a major step forward in the delivery of over 1,600 new homes which will generate up to £300 million in projected social value o
30/04/2025
The newly refurbished Hyde Park Playground in Dalkey, County Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown (dlr), has officially been unveiled by elected council members following a welcomed makeover.
The renovated playground now features 18 play elements, a significant increase from the previous seven elements, catering
30/04/2025
A new Housing Activation Office has been established to identify barriers and actions required to speed up delivery of vital public infrastructure projects needed to enable greater housing development in Ireland.
The Office, within the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, will act
30/04/2025
Construction work on the replacement Moylinn East bridge in Craigavon, County Armagh, will begin on Tuesday, May 6, Northern Ireland Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced.
These works will commence to prepare the ground and construct and strengthen the abutments in readiness for the new
30/04/2025
Northern Ireland construction firm Farrans has scooped its sixth RoSPA Gold Award in-a-row for its England region.
The RoSPA Awards are the world's largest health and safety awards programme, recognising those organisations and individuals who have set the highest standards in accident prevention.
30/04/2025
Husqvarna Construction have announced they will be exhibiting at CQMS 25 in Molloy's Quarry, Tullamore, County Offaly, on 13-14 June 2025.
With a focus on innovation and customer support, Husqvarna Construction is a leader in equipment and diamond tools for the light construction industry in additi
30/04/2025
David Walsh Civil Engineering is currently progressing construction of a new Water Treatment Plant in Gowran, County Kilkenny, on behalf of Uisce Éireann.
This project, which is expected to be completed by the end of 2025, represents a significant investment in the Gowran Regional Water Supply Sch
30/04/2025
This year's CLÁR (Ceantair Laga Árd Riachtanais) Grant Scheme for small scale infrastructural projects in County Kilkenny is now open.
The scheme aims to provide funding for projects in rural areas that have experienced significant levels of de-population, with a minimum grant of €5,000 and a maxim
29/04/2025
Belfast Harbour has appointed Northern Ireland construction firm GRAHAM as the main contractor for the initial build phase of its new £90 million deep water terminal.
With works commencing this month, the project is set to be complete by 2027 and will see the construction of a new 340m long dual-p
29/04/2025
Plans for SSE's proposed Mullafarry Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in County Mayo have been given the go-ahead.
Officials from Mayo County Council gave their approval for the Mullafarry battery storage project which will be developed on an SSE-owned site in Tawnaghmore Upper, adjacent to the
29/04/2025
A new Retrofit Design Note aimed at integrating Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) into the existing public realm and streets in Kildare's towns and villages has been published by the County Council.
This SuDS Retrofit Design Note highlights the benefits of using such drainage systems, including h
29/04/2025
A £165,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme commenced yesterday (April 28) on the B100 Ballyrickard Road in Larne, County Antrim.
The road improvement scheme, which is in its second phase, will extend approximately 570 metres from House No.41 to Mounthill Road Junction.
To facilitate the safe delive
29/04/2025
A £485,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme commenced yesterday (April 28) on Hannahstown Hill in Belfast, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced.
The resurfacing scheme extends from the junction of the Glen Road to the junction of Upper Springfield Road and is expected to be completed by
29/04/2025
County Antrim-based house builder Hagan Homes has appointed Sean Tighe as its Architectural Technologist and Contract Manager.
Originally from Derrymacash, Lurgan, County Armagh, Sean joined Hagan Homes in September 2024, bringing over 20 years of experience in the construction and architectural s
29/04/2025
EHS International, a leading Irish provider of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) solutions, has partnered with EHA Soft Solutions to adopt its mai™ platform, helping organisations move all their health, safety, and compliance tasks online — making them faster, clearer, and easier to manage.
29/04/2025
Northern Ireland Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced the commencement of a £350,000 cliff netting scheme on the A2 Coast Road near Black Arch, Larne, in County Antrim.
The scheme is expected to be substantially completed by Friday, May 23, with a continuous road closure now in place u
29/04/2025
Farrans Construction will commence a programme of works this week on behalf of Uisce Éireann to replace ageing water mains with new modern pipes in Clifden, County Galway.
This project will provide a more secure and reliable water supply for residents and businesses of the scenic Connemara town, by
29/04/2025
Funding of €55,264 has officially been approved for minor flood mitigation works and coastal protection works in Pollamore Far, County Cavan.
The Office of Public Works (OPW) green-lit Cavan County Council's application, under the OPW's Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection Scheme, wh
28/04/2025
Cork City recently marked a significant milestone in its housing delivery programme with the official opening of 109 new social homes across three key developments.
The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Dan Boyle, led the formal ceremonies, commencing at Duggan Heights, Blackpool, where 54 newly constructe
28/04/2025
A new public park and playground has officially opened in Clonee, County Meath.
Located on a 1.6-hectare site adjacent to the River Tolka, Clonee Park and Playground, developed by Alanna Homes and supported by Meta, has an enclosed playground of approximately 1,024 square metres which features 15 p
28/04/2025
Over 2,000 homes have been brought back into residential use from vacancy across Ireland after more than €112 million was paid out to Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant applicants, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD has announced.
More than 12,400 applications fo
28/04/2025
Essential works on underground cables commenced today (April 28) in the Sandy Row/Linfield Road area of Belfast, NIE Networks has announced.
The energy company along with contracting partners will be working continuously, including weekends and extending the length of working days, until the projec
28/04/2025
Leading Northern Ireland-based civil engineering company GRAHAM has successfully constructed a new deep-water riverside berth at the Port of Leith for Scottish operator Forth Ports.
The renewable energy berth, which was formally opened as Charles Hammond Berth in honour of Forth Ports' former Chief
28/04/2025
Various traffic calming measures have been announced to provide safe routes for children walking, cycling and scooting to three schools across Dundalk, County Louth.
The measures will also target to reduce traffic speeds, provide safe pedestrian crossings for vulnerable road users and those with re
28/04/2025
Crews from Uisce Éireann have successfully completed repair works in Galway City following a burst to a water main on Saturday, April 26.
As a result of the efforts, normal water supply has returned to customers in The Meadows, The Paddocks, Racecourse Lawn, Racecourse Gardens, Lios Caisil, Tír na
28/04/2025
Works commenced today (April 28) to repair the Parliament Bridge in Cork City after the structure sustained damage following a road traffic accident last year.
The stone parapet on Parliament Bridge will be repaired, with works also including the cleaning and repointing of the bridge's facades and
28/04/2025
A ten-week road closure has been scheduled to facilitate resurfacing works in County Cavan.
The N87 from the Border with Northern Ireland (North of Swanlinbar) in the townland of Cloghoge, to its junction with the L-5041-0 in the townland of Moher, will close from Monday, May 12, to Friday, Septemb
28/04/2025
Plans of a proposed scheme for the installation of a new pedestrian crossing in East Magheracloone, County Monaghan, have been unveiled.
Along with the installation of the crossing on the L-4901 at Drumgossat/Knocknacran, the scheme also consists of the associated pathway works, the installation of
25/04/2025
A number of official openings and visits, including a sod-turning event, of County Leitrim projects were performed by Minister for Rural Community Development Dara Calleary yesterday (April 24).
During his visit, Minister Calleary performed the official sod-turning for the development of a recreati
25/04/2025
Five County Sligo-based projects are set to benefit from an allocation of over €370,000 from this year's Community Monuments Fund (CMF).
The scheme offers three funding streams to support a broad range of measures aimed at protecting and promoting archaeological monuments, including emergency conse
25/04/2025
The next phase of works in a €47m investment to modernise treatment processes at Ireland's largest water treatment plant are currently progressing, Uisce Éireann has announced.
The major upgrades are being made to the Ballymore Eustace Water Treatment Plant to ensure the continued delivery of a cle
25/04/2025
One of Ireland's finest surviving medieval tower houses has reopened as a must-visit heritage destination following a successful transformative conservation project.
Based in County Cork, Barryscourt Castle has undergone extensive works following its closure in 2016 due to structural concerns, led
25/04/2025
Northern Ireland firm Farrans Construction is supporting refugee employment through its work on a major infrastructure project at Bristol Airport.
As part of the Griffiths Farrans Joint Venture (GFJV), the company is currently delivering the new Public Transport Interchange, a development set to t
25/04/2025
A new report from the CSO has indicated a 2% rise in home completions for Q1 of this year in comparison to 2024.
The CSO's New Dwelling Completions Report shows that there were 5,938 new dwelling completions in January, February, and March of 2025 - figures which were welcomed by Minister for Housi
25/04/2025
The Maynooth and Environs Joint Local Area Plan has now came into effect following a collaborative effort between Kildare County Council and Meath County Council.
The Joint Plan for 2025 – 2031, which replaces the Maynooth Local Area Plan 2013–2019, sets out a comprehensive policy framework to help
25/04/2025
Ward and Burke is set to commence works next week on behalf of Uisce Éireann to rationalise the water supply in Adare, County Limerick.
The project, which aims to improve the security and resilience of the water supply for homes and businesses in Adare, will be delivered on a phased basis, with pha
25/04/2025
SSE Thermal has launched this year's Community Investment Fund in Great Island, County Wexford.
SSE Thermal's fleet of flexible power stations and gas storage sites play a crucial role in keeping the lights on across the country and this fund, now in its second consecutive year, aims to enhance the
25/04/2025
Irish wind farms provided 38 percent of the country's electricity over the first quarter of 2025, according to Wind Energy Ireland's March Wind Energy report.
The latest figures show that the demand for electricity during March 2025 increased slightly to 3,673 gigawatt-hours (GWh), up from 3,598 GW
24/04/2025
Harland & Wolff, the iconic Belfast shipyard renowned for building the Titanic, is poised for a major transformation following a significant investment from Navantia UK. The site is set to become one of the most advanced naval construction facilities in the United Kingdom.
The investment, which in
24/04/2025
Northern Ireland house builder Hagan Homes has unveiled its latest Ballantine Gardens development located in Lisburn, County Antrim.
Situated just outside the city, Ballantine Gardens is designed with modern living in mind, offering a range of stylish, energy-efficient homes that cater to different
24/04/2025
The social and affordable housing delivery statistics for Quarter 4 of 2024 have been published by Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne TD.
Announcing the statistics, Minister Browne revealed that 10,500 new social homes were delivered alongside a record 7,126 affordable
24/04/2025
An extensive multi-million-pound programme of work to improve the wastewater network in Annsborough and Castlewellan in County Down is set to begin on Monday, April 28, NI Water has announced.
The investment is a collaborative effort between NI Water and its project team from BSG and McAdam, and wi
24/04/2025
County Down-based CosyGroup, one of Northern Ireland's leading construction businesses, has acquired family run independent merchant J&W McCall Supplies Ltd.
The announcement means J&W McCall Supplies Ltd, which was established in 1957 and is based in Clough, County Down, will add to CosyGroup's gr
24/04/2025
Minister of State for Local Government and Planning, John Cummins TD, recently travelled to Galway to discuss Urban Regeneration and Development Fund projects, Social and Affordable housing projects and the Housing Repair and Lease scheme with city council members.
Galway City Council's Chief Execu
24/04/2025
Northern Ireland Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £300,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme for the Knockloughrim Link Road and Hillhead Road in Knockloughrim, near Maghera, County L'Derry, set to begin on Monday, April 28.
The resurfacing work will cover approximately 930 metres o
24/04/2025
Farrans Construction, on behalf of Uisce Éireann, will arrive on site on Monday, April 28, in Portacarron, located on the shores of Lough Corrib to the east of Oughterard, to replace 642 metres of ageing water mains.
These water mains will be swapped with new, modern pipes along the L-5350-6,
24/04/2025
A collaboration between ESB Networks Training and South East Technological University (SETU) aimed at enhancing the energy sector in Ireland has officially been launched in Portlaoise.
The collaboration will create learning opportunities and strengthen industry-academic partnerships in the sector,
24/04/2025
Civil engineers Shareridge will begin works this week on behalf of Uisce Éireann to replace ageing water mains in Bennettsbridge, County Kilkenny.
The improvement works will take place to the rear of the Top Oil petrol station and continue towards Station Road.
Ultimately, over 200 metres of aged
23/04/2025
County Tyrone-based McKelvey Construction Ltd has commenced building works on the Blackwater Valley Rural Enterprise and Digital Hub project at Knockconan in County Monaghan.
The Board of Truagh Development Association CLG and Monaghan County Council partnered on the project to secure €3.3m in fund
23/04/2025
The completion of 12 new affordable homes in Ballymun, Dublin, has officially been announced.
Dublin City Council, in partnership with O'Cualann Cohousing Alliance CLG, declared the completion of the three-bedroom homes at Oileáin na Crannóige in Balbutcher Lane, which were delivered with the suppo
23/04/2025
Dublin-based COADY Architects celebrated notable success with two of its stand-out projects, Innovation Square Apartments Tallaght and The Gardens, Elm Park, receiving prestigious accolades at recent industry events.
Innovation Square Apartments Tallaght has been awarded the Housing Project of the
23/04/2025
Dublin-based 3D Construction Printing Technology distributor, HTL.tech, training partner of the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre of Excellence (AMTCE), enjoyed recent success at this year's Building & Architect of the Year Awards.
The Grange Close 3D Construction Printed (3DCP) Housing Develo
23/04/2025
John Paul Construction has extended congratulations to the recent graduates of Technological University Dublin's Digital Construction and Analytics stream, and to the winners of the Top Student and Top Project awards at the university's recent ceremony.
In a statement, the Dublin-based firm said: "
23/04/2025
A public consultation has been launched by Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) after it revealed the Emerging Preferred Route (EPR) for Luas Cork, a proposed 18km long light rail line with up to 25 stops running from Ballincollig to Mahon Point.
TII is inviting the public to have its say on the
23/04/2025
Farrans Construction will replace more than 3km of old water mains between Caherlistrane and Carheens in North Galway on behalf of Uisce Eireann this month.
The mains replacement works, which are being carried out as part of the utility company's National Leakage Reduction Programme, will begin on
23/04/2025
Expressions of Interests are being sought for projects suitable to avail of this year's Town and Village Renewal Scheme in County Donegal.
Community groups are being notified by Donegal County Council of funding available within the Main Scheme and Project Development Measure (PDM).
The PDM will p
23/04/2025
Old water mains have successfully been replaced with new pipework in Raphoe, County Donegal, Uisce Éireann has announced.
Crews from the utility company completed the one kilometre stretch of replacement works at Beltony Road, which will guarantee the town a much more reliable water supply while en
23/04/2025
A two-month road closure commenced yesterday (April 22) in County Tipperary to facilitate the laying of a new water line to eradicate leakage and water quality issues in the area.
The L-6301-2 Ballinard to Killenaule road will remain closed daily from 7am to 7pm until Saturday, June 28, with altern
22/04/2025
John Graham Construction Ltd will transform the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum, based in the heart of Enniskillen, into a state-of-the-art sports and wellbeing facility on its existing site as part of a £70 million project, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has announced.
The highly innovative project
22/04/2025
A new housing development has been unveiled in County Kildare by local council following the successful completion of construction works.
A total of 18 new residential units at Blackrath Ridge in Athgarvan were delivered under the Rebuilding Ireland Action Plan.
The development consists of three o
22/04/2025
The Suzhou Garden in St Anne's Park, Dublin, has officially reopened following an extensive restoration by the city council and the Suzhou Garden Bureau in China.
The restoration project has been a unique collaboration between Irish and Chinese craftsmen, offering a valuable opportunity for knowled
22/04/2025
A Part 8 planning application has been lodged for the refurbishment, repurposing and extension of a former Courthouse and Bridewell in Newport, County Tipperary, as a multi-purpose community-focussed hub.
The former Courthouse is a Protected Structure comprised of a detached, three bay, single-stor
22/04/2025
Northern Ireland-based Farrans Construction has three high-profile transportation sector projects vying for top honours at this year's CIHT Awards in London.
The Herring Bridge, Gull Wing Bridge and Belfast Grand Central Station projects have all been shortlisted as finalists for the prestigious CI
22/04/2025
Funding allocation has officially been approved for Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection for Marine Parade in Kilkee, County Clare.
Minister Kevin Moran announced funding of €88,763 for works which include underpinning the existing sea walls with reinforced concrete foundation, filli
22/04/2025
Upcoming road closures have been announced in Drogheda, County Louth to facilitate resurfacing works.
Between 9.30am and 3pm on Wednesday, May 14, Patrick Street (L-1000-63), from its junction with Bolton Street (L-10005) to its junction with Hardman's Gardens (L-1665-87), will be closed to vehicul
22/04/2025
In their all-new PC220LC-12 and PC220LCi-12 excavators, Komatsu claims to have 'raised the curtain' on what they call 'the most technologically advanced excavators ever and the frontrunners of the next generation Komatsu excavators'.
Welcoming their release at bauma 2025, their distributor in Irela
22/04/2025
A County Cavan road is set to undergo a staggered closure over a six-month period to facilitate road works.
The L2514 Corduff to Middletown Cross from Middletown Cross to the junction with the L6553 at Corduff will close for a period of four/five consecutive days on up to four separate occasions, b
22/04/2025
Essential works involving planned flushing commenced today in Clonakilty, County Cork, Uisce Éireann has announced.
The works are taking place as part of routine maintenance of the water network in the town and will continue until Friday, May 2.
As works progress through the area, signage will be
17/04/2025
A new subsea electricity interconnector linking Ireland and the United Kingdom, the Greenlink Interconnector, has commenced operations, Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy Darragh O’Brien has announced.
The 500 megawatt (MW) project has entered its 'commercial operations' phase following
17/04/2025
Leading Northern Ireland construction and fit-out firm Gilbert-Ash has announced its transition to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT).
The move follows a period of sustained growth for the company, which reported a record turnover of £267 million in 2023. With a strong pipeline of high-profile proje
17/04/2025
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that the Lagan Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge project has reached a new milestone, with the next stage of the procurement process now officially underway.
The proposed 143-metre cable-stayed bridge will link the Gasworks site to the Ormeau Embankment,
17/04/2025
RiverRidge has launched a new environmental trust in partnership with the Community Foundation for Northern Ireland, aimed at supporting grassroots projects that improve the local environment.
The RiverRidge Environmental Trust has already awarded £14,000 in its first round of funding, backing ten
17/04/2025
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, and Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O'Sullivan TD, have announced the allocation of €7.5 million in funding to 122 projects under the 2025 Community Monuments Fund.
The grants aim to support
17/04/2025
The Irish government has approved a series of actions aimed at accelerating the delivery of strategic infrastructure to support housing development and enhance national competitiveness, Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform, Jack Chambers TD, announced yesterday (16th April 2025).
17/04/2025
The Suzhou Garden in St Anne's Park, Dublin, has officially reopened following extensive restoration works undertaken in collaboration with the Suzhou Garden Bureau in China, Dublin City Council has announced. Originally gifted to the city in 2012 by the People's Republic of China, the traditional C
17/04/2025
Sinn Féin has hit out at the government's newly released Climate Action Plan 2025, accusing it of offering no fresh ideas and dooming Ireland to miss its climate targets.
Pa Daly TD, Sinn Féin's spokesperson on Climate, the Environment and Energy, criticised both the contents of the plan and recent
16/04/2025
The Irish government has today formally approved Climate Action Plan 2025, the third statutory update outlining the country's strategy to meet its legally binding climate targets.
The plan builds upon the existing Climate Action Plan 2024 and details how Ireland intends to accelerate its response
16/04/2025
Cook Medical has announced a €3 million investment aimed at boosting sustainability and cutting carbon emissions at its Limerick-based facility in Castletroy.
The project will include the installation of a 1 megawatt ground-mounted solar PV array, 1.2 megawatts of heat pumps to replace existing chi
16/04/2025
Uisce Éireann has announced that preliminary site investigation works will soon begin as part of a major infrastructure upgrade to replace 5.2km of aging water mains between Newcastle, Co. Dublin and Celbridge, Co. Kildare.
The project is part of a wider investment initiative aimed at modernising t
16/04/2025
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £225,000 investment in a carriageway resurfacing scheme on the Ballaghmore Road, Portballintrae, with works scheduled to begin on Monday, 28 April 2025.
The project will see resurfacing carried out along a stretch of Ballaghmore Road, from near th
16/04/2025
Uisce Éireann has announced a further significant investment of €30 million in the Leixlip Water Treatment Plant (WTP), marking the third phase of upgrades aimed at bolstering the water supply for residents and businesses in Kildare and the wider Greater Dublin Area (GDA).
This latest funding injec
16/04/2025
The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Joe Carroll, has welcomed the announcement of the €11 million CLÁR 2025 programme by Minister Dara Calleary of the Department of Rural and Community Development.
The initiative aims to support small-scale infrastructural projects in rural areas that have face
16/04/2025
The Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA) has presented a joint paper to the Department for Communities (DfC) following a meeting in February with Minister Gordon Lyons.
The discussion covered various issues impacting architecture in Northern Ireland, including the application of the Secured b
16/04/2025
Leading figures from the construction and advanced manufacturing sectors convened at the Birmingham office of Northern Irish construction company McLaughlin & Harvey on 27th March 2025 to discuss the future of the industry and the implications of the UK Government's forthcoming national industrial s
15/04/2025
Leading chilled and frozen food sales and distribution company PRM Group has unveiled a significant expansion plan, including a £15 million investment in new facilities and the creation of 40 new jobs, with more to follow as operations grow.
The investment will see the development of a new purpose-
15/04/2025
Uisce Éireann has completed a significant upgrade of the local water network in Ennistymon, replacing over 550 metres of old and damaged water mains as part of its ongoing efforts to conserve water and reduce leakage across the country.
The project, delivered under Uisce Éireann's National Leakage
15/04/2025
A major milestone in Cork's rail infrastructure development was marked today as Taoiseach Micheál Martin officially opened Platform 6 at Kent Station, alongside EU Commissioner Michael McGrath, Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien, Minister of State at the Department of Transport Jerry Buttimer, a
15/04/2025
The System Operator for Northern Ireland (SONI) has appointed Involve, the UK's leading public participation charity, to lead a new programme aimed at strengthening community engagement as the region’s electricity grid is upgraded and expanded to meet future energy demands.
The move marks a signifi
15/04/2025
Minister Michael Healy-Rae TD has announced the reopening of the updated Woodland Environmental Fund, presenting a significant opportunity for businesses within the construction sector to engage in environmental stewardship and offset their impact.
Minister Healy-Rae specifically encouraged busines
15/04/2025
Businesses in Ireland are set to benefit from a new initiative aimed at boosting energy efficiency and reducing emissions, with the official launch of the Business Energy Upgrades Scheme.
Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy Darragh O'Brien unveiled the scheme at Roganstown Hotel and Count
15/04/2025
Uisce Éireann has announced plans to upgrade 2 kilometres of the water network in Waterford City to facilitate future growth and development in the area. The project aims to enhance both the capacity and the overall performance of the existing water infrastructure.
The planned works involve the upg
15/04/2025
The Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA), in collaboration with the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT), has jointly presented a proposal to the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) advocating for the adoption of the "Manual fo
14/04/2025
Cork Builders Providers (CBP) has relaunched its Blackpool store following a significant €500,000 investment over the past 12 months.
This latest upgrade reaffirms CBP’s continued commitment to innovation, customer experience, and supporting employment in the Cork region.
With a workforce of over
14/04/2025
NI Water has reported significant progress on the first phase of a £3 million water improvement scheme designed to enhance the water supply network serving Strabane town and the surrounding County Tyrone area.
The project, being delivered by the Farrans Glanua Joint Venture, involves the realignme
14/04/2025
Cork County Council is inviting Expressions of Interest for projects aimed at enhancing the attractiveness and sustainability of the county's towns and villages under the 2025 Town and Village Renewal Scheme (TVRS).
Funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development, the TVRS supports the
14/04/2025
A major milestone for emergency preparedness in the west of Ireland has been marked as Tánaiste and Minister for Defence Simon Harris officially opened the new purpose-built headquarters for Roscommon's Civil Defence Unit.
The state-of-the-art facility, completed at a cost of €2.6 million, will enh
14/04/2025
Sinn Féin MP Paul Maskey has urged the British government to provide clear details on its financial contribution to the redevelopment of Casement Park. His call follows a large rally in West Belfast, attended by hundreds of Gaelic sports enthusiasts, demanding progress on the long-delayed stadium pr
14/04/2025
EirGrid, the state-owned operator and developer of Ireland's power system, has today announced a procurement programme valued at over €1 billion for works crucial to the development of an offshore electricity grid.
The announcement was made at the 2025 WindEurope conference in Copenhagen.
This si
14/04/2025
Global building envelope solutions leader Kingspan has announced its continued partnership with Buildner for the tenth edition of the MICROHOME competition.
This year's competition, which also involves Hapi Homes, offers a substantial €100,000 prize fund and a unique opportunity for one winning de
14/04/2025
The Boil Water Notice affecting the Crotty's Lake Public Water Supply has been officially lifted with immediate effect.
Uisce Éireann confirmed that the decision follows consultation with the Health Service Executive (HSE), and that customers can now resume normal use of the public water supply. Th
11/04/2025
The Finnis Souterrain, a unique archaeological site located south of Dromara in County Down, has officially reopened to the public following more than a year of extensive repairs and upgrades by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council.
The site had been closed for over 12 months to facilitate essen
11/04/2025
Farrans has been named a finalist in the prestigious Bridge Contractor of the Year category at the NCE Bridges Awards 2025.
The awards ceremony will take place on 17 July at the Hilton Bankside in London.
The recognition follows a landmark year for Farrans, which saw the successful delivery of th
11/04/2025
Uisce Éireann has commenced an extensive upgrade of the underground wastewater infrastructure in Lismore to improve the reliability of the network and prevent sewer flooding.
The project, which is part of Uisce Éireann's Wastewater Below Ground Programme, involves upgrading the existing wastewater
11/04/2025
A new report from the Land Development Agency (LDA) has revealed that almost 15,000 affordable homes could be built on the country's least constrained state-owned land in the short to medium term.
The Second Report on Relevant Public Land identifies 102 parcels of public land with the potential to
11/04/2025
Normal water service has been restored to homes and businesses in Gorey after Uisce Éireann crews completed emergency repairs on a significant burst in the network.
The unplanned outage had caused disruption to customers across the town and surrounding areas, prompting a swift response from Uisce É
11/04/2025
SDLP councillors have expressed outrage after it was revealed that a portion of the £10 million funding allocated to support businesses in Newry and Downpatrick affected by flooding in Autumn 2023 has been handed back to Stormont.
According to reports, less than half of the allocated funding has be
10/04/2025
Minister for Rural and Community Development, and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, has officially opened a series of upgraded recreational amenities in parks throughout County Monaghan.
The enhancements and extensions were made possible through funding programmes administered by the Minister's dep
10/04/2025
Ireland's ambition to become a global leader in offshore renewable energy is progressing steadily, according to the Powering Prosperity Implementation Progress Report published by Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke.
The report, covering developments up to April 2025, showc
10/04/2025
Chadwicks, Ireland's leading builders' merchants, has initiated the second year of its 'How's the Head?' campaign, aiming to provide tradespeople with tools to enhance their mental health.
This follows research indicating that 44% of tradespeople believe their mental health could be improved, and
10/04/2025
Adelaide Exchange, a prominent Grade A office development in Belfast city centre, is set to undergo significant refurbishment aimed at enhancing its common areas and reinforcing its status as a premier workspace.
Leading commercial property agent CBRE NI has announced the commencement of the refur
10/04/2025
The Northern Ireland Assembly has approved draft regulations to establish an independent Northern Ireland Climate Commissioner, marking a significant step in the region's climate governance.
This role, the first of its kind in the UK, is designed to oversee and report on the implementation of the
10/04/2025
Uisce Éireann is conducting essential maintenance as part of a €10 million upgrade to the Glenary Water Treatment Plant in Clonmel, County Tipperary.
The works, scheduled for today, April 10, from 1pm to 4pm, involve critical water mains repairs. Consequently, residents and businesses in Kilmacomm
10/04/2025
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has reaffirmed her unwavering commitment to the delivery of the long-awaited A5 Western Corridor project.
Speaking after a meeting with local elected representatives Orflaith Begley MP for West Tyrone, and local MLAs Nicola Brogan and Maoliosa McHugh, Minister K
10/04/2025
Sinn Féin Senator Maria McCormack has called for urgent progress on the long-overdue flood relief schemes for County Laois, particularly in the towns of Mountmellick and Portarlington, which have suffered severe flooding in recent years.
Addressing the Seanad, Senator McCormack expressed the
09/04/2025
The M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy Road Project has officially been given the green light by Cabinet and will now move directly into the construction phase, Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien has confirmed.
The infrastructure project includes the development of approximately 11 kilometres of motorway
09/04/2025
A major step forward in Ireland's renewable energy ambitions has been announced at the Wind Europe annual conference in Copenhagen, as EirGrid, Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the future of offshore wind.
The agreement aims to strengthen collaboratio
09/04/2025
Residents of Dromcummer in Banteer can expect a more secure and reliable water supply as Uisce Éireann announces an upgrade to the area's water network.
The project, prioritised under the national Leakage Reduction Programme, aims to tackle persistent leakage issues and strengthen the local infras
09/04/2025
The Irish Government has today approved the Revised National Planning Framework (NPF), a strategic document aimed at creating the necessary conditions for a significant acceleration in housing delivery across Ireland.
The revised framework, which has been under review since June 2023, will now be
09/04/2025
Solarfix, Northern Ireland's premier solar panel design and installation company, has announced the appointment of Robin McCormick, a highly experienced figure in the energy sector, as its new non-executive chairman.
Mr McCormick previously held the position of chair and managing director at SONI (
09/04/2025
NI Water has released its latest Water Resource & Supply Resilience Plan (WR&SRP), extending its planning horizon to 50 years and incorporating increased resilience measures against more frequent and extreme weather events. The updated plan, which follows a period of public consultation, is now avai
09/04/2025
In response to the severe impact of Storm Éowyn in January, Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy Darragh O'Brien has announced plans to bolster the resilience of Ireland’s electricity grid. The government has noted the ESB Networks Winter 2025 Grid Resilience Plan, which outlines a series of
09/04/2025
Dozens of residents across L'Derry and Strabane are enjoying warmer, more energy-efficient homes this spring, following a £3 million investment by the Housing Executive.
A total of 40 post-war aluminium bungalows have undergone a major thermal upgrade, with works carried out by Hetherington contrac
08/04/2025
Northern Irish construction company, McLaughlin & Harvey, has successfully completed the unique Gasholder 1 Park in Edinburgh, marking a significant milestone in the £1.3 billion regeneration of Granton Waterfront.
The new public park, which officially opened on Friday 4 April, is situated within
08/04/2025
A £200,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the C637 Tullydraw Road in Donaghmore has commenced, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced.
The project will involve carriageway strengthening and the resurfacing of a 1100-metre stretch of road, extending from the Mullaghmore Road to the Tu
08/04/2025
Co Down construction firm GRAHAM has been appointed by Unite Students to deliver a £124.5 million purpose-built student accommodation development in Glasgow, which will provide 934 student beds by the start of the 2027/28 academic year.
Construction activity is already underway at the site, with pi
08/04/2025
Uisce Éireann is set to commence site investigation works as part of a major upgrade of the water network between Newcastle, Co Dublin and Celbridge, Co Kildare.
The project involves the replacement of 5.2km of ageing water mains, with site works scheduled to begin within the next two weeks and co
08/04/2025
A new chapter in community climate action was celebrated as the Acorn Farm Gate Lodge Garden at St Columb's Park was officially opened by the Mayor of L'Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Lilian Seenoi Barr.
The garden, designed to promote sustainable food practices and environmen
08/04/2025
Open College Network Northern Ireland (OCN NI) has been announced as a key sponsor for the SkillBuild NI Regional Competition 2025, a significant event in the UK's construction skills calendar. This partnership underscores OCN NI's commitment to nurturing talent and supporting skills development wit
08/04/2025
A newly published report by Engineers Ireland (EI) has revealed that Ireland will require more than 22,300 additional engineers over the next ten years, necessitating significant reforms within the education system to address the predicted shortfall.
The report, titled 'From Awareness to Action: E
08/04/2025
Ireland's development land market recorded its best first-quarter performance in six years, with total sales reaching €121 million in Q1 2025, according to new figures from property advisor Savills Ireland.
The firm was involved in the five largest transactions completed during the period.
A tota
07/04/2025
A €1.84 million project to enhance the public realm around Athlone Castle has been announced by Minister of State for the Office of Public Works (OPW), Kevin 'Boxer' Moran.
The funding, provided by the OPW, Fáilte Ireland, Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TTI), and Westmeath County Council, will
07/04/2025
Ireland's national electricity grid experienced a record-breaking March for solar power, with renewable sources contributing to 39% of the country's electricity supply, according to provisional figures from EirGrid.
Key points:
Solar Power Peak:
• On March 25th, grid-scale solar power re
07/04/2025
Cork City Council marked a milestone with the official opening of the Marina Promenade by Taoiseach Micheál Martin, T.D.
The project, funded by the National Transport Authority, builds on the successful pedestrianisation of the Marina during the Covid period, transforming it into a popular recreat
07/04/2025
Uisce Éireann is to begin a significant upgrade of the water network in Athlone.
The project, part of Uisce Éireann's Growth and Development Programme, involves the replacement and expansion of over 2.5 kilometres of watermains across Coosan, Cornamagh Road, and Brawny Road. Site investigations are
07/04/2025
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has announced the reappointment of key members to the Construction Industry Training Board Northern Ireland (CITB NI).
The appointments come as part of an effort to maintain robust training initiatives within the construction sector.
Noel Brady has been reapp
07/04/2025
SDLP Newry councillor Killian Feehan is set to bring a motion to council on Monday evening, calling for the regeneration of Newry Canal to harness its significant untapped potential.
Councillor Feehan's proposal includes writing to councils across Ireland and Britain with experience in waterway dev
07/04/2025
The Construction Employers Federation (CEF) has officially launched its 2025 Construction Excellence Awards, marking the start of the prestigious annual competition. Since 1999, these awards have served as a key platform for recognising and celebrating outstanding achievements within Northern Irelan
07/04/2025
Extensive construction works, valued at over £3 million, have significantly upgraded 40 semi-detached bungalows in L'Derry and Strabane, delivering modern living standards to residents.
The project, undertaken by Hetherington contractors on behalf of the Housing Executive, focused on thermal impro
04/04/2025
Significant progress has been made on the Clonmel Water Supply Upgrade, with over 4km of a planned 15km water main now installed along the R689 Fethard Road.
The project is part of a major investment to modernise and safeguard water infrastructure in the Clonmel area.
In addition to the works on
04/04/2025
Northern Ireland-based contractor, GRAHAM, has announced the successful completion of the Miller Quay residential development at Wirral Waters, delivering 500 high-quality homes and significantly boosting the local economy.
This landmark project, described as a testament to brownfield regeneration
04/04/2025
NI Water has announced that one lane of Culmore Road in L'Derry, between Talbot Park and Culmore Road Roundabout, will be closed continuously from Monday, 07 April to facilitate the installation of essential new wastewater infrastructure.
The work, being carried out by NI Water's appointed contract
04/04/2025
Cork City Council, in partnership with OBR Developments Ltd, has officially launched the Affordable Housing Scheme at Glenmore Heights, Lehenaghmore.
This marks the second initiative of its kind in the south-west of the city, aimed at helping eligible buyers onto the property ladder.
The Glenmore
04/04/2025
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is set to convene on Tuesday 15 April 2025 to make a decision on the proposed redevelopment of the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum in Enniskillen.
If approved, the existing leisure centre is expected to close at the end of April to facilitate the construction of a new
04/04/2025
Uisce Éireann is set to begin a project to upgrade the water network in Athlone, County Westmeath, aimed at supporting future development and enhancing the capacity and performance of the existing water infrastructure in the Midlands town.
The works will involve the upgrade and upsizing of over 2.5
04/04/2025
The rollout of €29 million in funding to support Local Authority Climate Action Plans is progressing, with climate action personnel from across Ireland convening in Wexford to discuss implementation and progress.
The Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications is distributing the mul
04/04/2025
East Antrim MP Sammy Wilson has called on the UK Government to make a firm commitment that GB Energy will not fund a proposed offshore wind farm near the Giant’s Causeway, warning it could cause serious harm to one of Northern Ireland's key tourist attractions.
Speaking in the House of Commons duri
03/04/2025
Cork County Council has been awarded more than €72,000 through the Historic Structures Fund to support the repair and preservation of Kinsale Museum.
The funding, provided by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage's National Built Heritage Service (NBHS), will facilitate essential
03/04/2025
Residents and businesses in Clonmany and Meendoran can look forward to a more reliable water supply as Uisce Éireann prioritises the replacement of over 2.5km of aging and damaged water mains.
The upgrade, set to take place along the R238 from Meendoran Bridge to Ballyliffen Junction in Clonmany,
03/04/2025
Uisce Éireann is making steady progress in addressing water supply challenges in Lismore, with updates provided to the community on plans for a new reservoir and ongoing efforts to reduce leakage across the town.
The initiatives form part of the company's long-term strategy to secure a more reliab
03/04/2025
Construction firm GRAHAM recently welcomed students from the Royal Society of Ulster Architects’ (RSUA) Professional Insight Programme (PIP) to its Down High School site, offering them a first-hand look at the construction industry in action.
The visit, organised in collaboration with the Education
03/04/2025
Two prominent construction firms with significant operations across Ireland, Charles Brand and McLaughlin & Harvey, have been named among the 18 contractors appointed to Peel Ports Group's new construction framework. This framework, potentially worth up to £750 million (approximately €875 million),
03/04/2025
Minister for Housing, Heritage and Local Government James Browne and Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity Christopher O'Sullivan have today announced €800,000 in funding to support community-based conservation efforts across Ireland. The funding, provided under the National Parks
03/04/2025
SSE Renewables has been granted planning permission by Wexford County Council to extend the operational life of its Richfield Wind Farm, located near Bridgetown in County Wexford, for an additional 20 years.
The consent allows SSE Renewables to continue generating clean, green energy at the 27MW, 1
03/04/2025
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has emphasised the crucial role of an effective and efficient planning system in delivering the commitments outlined in the new Programme for Government. Speaking at a roundtable event in Belfast entitled ‘Plan to Improve: Pathway to Progress’, Minister Kimmins br
02/04/2025
EirGrid, the state-owned electricity grid operator, has announced the successful completion of essential onshore cable ducting works at Claycastle Beach in Youghal, County Cork, as part of the Celtic Interconnector project.
This marks a significant step forward for the subsea link that will connec
02/04/2025
Limerick City and County Council has welcomed the announcement of over €83 million in funding allocated for crucial road projects across the county.
The significant investment, part of a national roads funding package of €633 million announced by Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien, will see major
02/04/2025
Arco, the UK and Ireland's leading safety expert, opens its doors on a cutting-edge Customer Discovery Centre, marking a bold investment designed to transform customer experience and drive industry innovation.
This state-of-the-art facility brings together product expertise, advanced safety trainin
02/04/2025
Savills Ireland has announced a significant investment in the Northern Ireland property market through its acquisition of Osborne King, a respected and well-established commercial property agency with 36 employees.
This acquisition enhances Savills presence in Northern Ireland and strengthens its
02/04/2025
The directors of the McKeever Hotel Group have confirmed their acquisition of the Armagh City Hotel from its former owners, Kieran McAnallan, Felix Mooney, Brian McCormack and Ernie Fisher, for an undisclosed sum.
The popular city centre hotel, which has been a staple of the Armagh community since
02/04/2025
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O'Brien, has welcomed the government's decision to extend the reduced 9% VAT rate on gas and electricity for an additional six months, until October 31. The lower rate was originally set to revert to 13.5% from May 1.
Minister O'Brien had
02/04/2025
Concrete slotted posts and gravel boards are emerging as a robust and efficient alternative to traditional timber fencing, offering significant advantages in durability, maintenance, and aesthetics, according to industry experts. Companies like FP McCann are highlighting these benefits for both resi
02/04/2025
A project to install new Variable Message Signs (VMS) along the A2 at Holywood, County Down, got underway on Tuesday 1 April.
The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) announced that the new signage will provide real-time travel information for commuters heading towards Belfast city centre and beyon
01/04/2025
Economy Minister Dr. Caoimhe Archibald has launched the Energy Strategy Action Plan 2025, outlining the key steps Northern Ireland will take this year to advance its transition towards a secure, affordable, and clean energy system.
This is the fourth annual action plan following the Executive’s ‘P
01/04/2025
PJ Hegarty has been awarded the prestigious Investors in Diversity Gold accreditation by the Irish Centre for Diversity (ICD), a leading charity focused on diversity and inclusion (D&I) training in Ireland. The accreditation acknowledges the construction company's success in embedding the principles
01/04/2025
Fianna Fáil Senator Lorraine Clifford-Lee has welcomed Fingal County Council’s announcement that a €10 million public swimming pool will be built in Balbriggan.
The facility, set to feature a six-lane 25-metre pool, will be located in Castlelands, just one kilometre south of the town centre.
The
01/04/2025
Chadwicks Group has announced five senior appointments across its business, strengthening its leadership team.
The appointments include General Manager positions at Heiton Steel, Proline, and The Panelling Centre, a new Managing Director for Davies, and a Branch Manager for Morgans Timber.
As the
01/04/2025
Crews are working to restore water supply to customers in Granard, Co Longford, following a burst water main that has disrupted service across several areas.
The affected locations include Granard Town, Moat, Bunlahy, Springtown, Aughnagarron, Tonywarden, Granardkille, and surrounding areas. Reside
01/04/2025
Sinn Féin spokesperson on Housing, Eoin Ó Broin TD, has accused Minister for Housing James Browne of failing to be transparent about cuts to social and affordable housing funding and delivery targets for 2025.
The Dublin Mid-West TD made his remarks following a government announcement revealing tha
01/04/2025
Construction crews are working to urgently repair a burst water main that has disrupted the water supply to customers in Granard, Co Longford.
The burst has affected Granard Town, Moat, Bunlahy, Springtown, Aughnagarron, Tonywarden, Granardkille, and surrounding areas in County Longford.
Homes an
01/04/2025
Farrans Construction has opened a new office in Claregalway, County Galway, to support a significant pipeline of water sector projects in the west of Ireland.
The move follows the company's recent appointment to Uisce Éireann’s new Water and Waste Water Multi-Supplier Framework for the North West
