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30/06/2026
Uisce Éireann's water network upgrade along McDermott Street in Ballina remains on schedule, with construction crews now advancing to the third phase of the project.
The initiative is designed to improve the reliability of the local water supply for both businesses and residents, whilst also expand
30/06/2026
Gas Networks Ireland's latest Gas Demand Statement reports that total gas usage in May 2026 increased by six per cent compared with May 2025, reflecting sustained momentum across commercial and service industries while gas continued to support the electricity system.
Across the commercial and servi
30/06/2026
Belfast Harbour has released its 2025 Annual Report, confirming another year of strong performance and delivery across the port and wider estate.
Turnover rose to £97.1m, a 10.2 per cent increase on 2024, while underlying profit before tax climbed 21.0 per cent to £44.4m. Capital expenditure for th
30/06/2026
NI Water is set to start an £8 million programme of upgrades at Downpatrick Wastewater Treatment Works (WwTW) this summer, following the recent granting of planning permission.
The investment aims to modernise the facility and ensure it continues to meet strict environmental standards.
The improv
30/06/2026
EirGrid Group, which operates, develops and enhances Ireland's electricity grid, has published its 2025 Annual Report (29 June 2026), covering the period from 1 October 2024 to 30 September 2025 and detailing financial and operational performance.
The company said it is pursuing a significant multi
30/06/2026
SSE has broken ground on the Platin Power Station in County Meath, a project aimed at strengthening Ireland’s energy security while supporting a renewables-led electricity system.
Backed by up to €300 million of investment from SSE, the 180MW open-cycle gas turbine is designed to operate on natural
30/06/2026
As Cabinet prepares to review long-delayed rural and Gaeltacht planning guidelines, Sinn Féin's housing spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin TD has called on ministers to ensure the rules are fair, sustainable and responsive to community needs.
The Dublin Mid‑West TD said the framework must support grow
30/06/2026
Uisce Éireann has begun a major upgrade of the wastewater treatment plant in Borris-in-Ossory, a project valued at over €4.1 million to boost capacity, enhance performance and safeguard the local environment.
Homes and businesses in Borris-in-Ossory and surrounding areas are expected to benefit as
30/06/2026
The Braidwater Group has marked a major step forward in delivering The Cashel with the reopening of the Coshquin and Whitehouse Roads, completing a key piece of infrastructure first outlined in the company's vision six years ago.
The realignment of both roads was undertaken to facilitate a new loca
30/06/2026
Construction work has officially begun on a major £15 million expansion project by Lisburn-based PRM Group, one of Ireland's leading chilled and frozen food sales, distribution and logistics businesses.
The family-owned company has broken ground on a new purpose-built facility at Moira Road in Lisb
29/06/2026
Energia Group's Flexible Generation (FlexGen) business and Siemens Energy have marked the start of a two-year refurbishment of the Huntstown 1 power plant, following a site event on 29 June 2026.
In operation for more than 20 years, Huntstown 1 has played a key role in securing electricity supply f
29/06/2026
A significant milestone has been reached at the Montpelier development in Dublin 7, where all 379 homes in Phase 1 have now been completed.
This represents one-third of the total project. Additionally, a topping-out ceremony has taken place for an upcoming apartment block currently under construct
29/06/2026
A £7.9m research and development collaboration between the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC) and five Northern Ireland manufacturers aims to raise welding productivity through digital and automated technologies, with £4.8m support from Invest NI.
Announcing the initiative, Project 4WA
29/06/2026
University Hospital Galway is inviting residents, stakeholders and community groups to take part in a further round of engagement on proposals to upgrade and expand the hospital over the coming decades.
The events are part of an ongoing programme to keep people informed about the Development Contr
29/06/2026
More than 2km of new sewers are being installed across Celbridge, Co. Kildare, by Coffey on behalf of Uisce Éireann Irish Water to boost capacity and support the town’s future growth.
Works on the Celbridge Wastewater Network Upgrade Project are moving forward, with Coffey delivering essential impr
29/06/2026
Households and businesses in Old Doolough, Coore are set to benefit from a more robust and dependable water supply as Uisce Éireann completes significant improvements to the local network.
The project saw over 6.3km of ageing water mains replaced with modern, resilient pipes. The old infrastructure
29/06/2026
EirGrid Group's Corporate Strategy 2026 was launched in Cork on 26 June by Minister of State Timmy Dooley, outlining a roadmap to deliver a secure, clean and affordable electricity system while underpinning Ireland's economic growth and low-carbon transition.
Cork and the wider southern region are
29/06/2026
The Government has published the Planning and Development (Amendment) Bill 2026, proposing changes to the Planning and Development Act 2024 to ensure remaining provisions can commence smoothly later this year. Ministers said they intend to pass the legislation before the summer recess.
A central ai
29/06/2026
Fingal County Council has confirmed that construction of Safe Routes to School (SRTS) upgrades at St Colmcille's National School in Swords will get under way in the coming weeks, with site mobilisation scheduled for early July. The project is a significant move towards safer, more accessible journey
29/06/2026
With Leaving Certificate exams now completed and the final CAO Change of Mind deadline drawing near, Coillte is urging students interested in a forestry career to note that applications for its Forestry Scholarship Programme close on Monday, 6 July.
The package offers up to €20,000 over the durati
26/06/2026
The Land Development Agency (LDA) and Dublin City Council (DCC) are set to commence construction of 137 new homes at Cherry Orchard Point in west Dublin.
These homes form Phase 2 of Cherry Orchard Point, a new neighbourhood in Dublin 10 being delivered by the LDA in partnership with DCC that will p
26/06/2026
Residents, sports clubs and community users are being advised of temporary measures at Gortgonis as momentum builds on the new school and the forthcoming recreation centre project.
From the end of June, the existing car park and a section of the running track will close to enable works linked to th
26/06/2026
Gilbert-Ash has introduced a major new health and safety initiative designed to strengthen standards across its projects in the UK and Ireland.
Called Safety In Numbers, the campaign builds on the firm’s established culture and its successful Don’t Walk By campaign, with a focus on sharpening hazar
26/06/2026
RenewableNI has appointed Steph Dunlop as its new Chair, marking a leadership transition at a critical point for Northern Ireland’s efforts to bolster energy security.
Dunlop, a Policy Manager at SSE plc, will assume the role on 6 July. She will serve alongside Sara Tinsley, Planning and Environmen
26/06/2026
Plans for a Luas Green Line extension to Bray could progress significantly earlier than originally anticipated, with the project now proposed for delivery between 2031 and 2036.
The revised timeframe represents a potential acceleration from previous expectations, which had placed the project beyond
26/06/2026
Uisce Éireann has confirmed that supply is coming back following an outage caused by a burst on a trunk main earlier this morning.
Impacted localities included An Spidéal Thiar, Coill Rua Thoir, Baile na hAbhann, Na Doiriú and Ros an Mhíl.
Crews have completed repairs and the network is rechargin
26/06/2026
Navantia UK has moved its Arnish, Methil and Appledore yards to 100% certified renewable electricity supplied by Engie, generated in partnership with the community-owned Point and Sandwick Trust on the Isle of Lewis.
The change means all Navantia UK sites now operate on certified green power, incl
26/06/2026
Sinn Féin MLA Aoife Finnegan has welcomed confirmation that the former Crossmaglen barracks site is to be disposed of, while stressing that any future redevelopment should deliver long-term benefits for the local community.
The Newry Armagh MLA said the next stage in the site's future must focus on
26/06/2026
Sinn Féin MP Cathal Mallaghan has welcomed a major new funding package aimed at improving water quality in the Lough Neagh catchment area.
The Mid Ulster MP was speaking after the announcement of new Shared Island funding that will support projects focused on restoring and protecting the environmen
26/06/2026
Ardian, a global private investment firm, has completed the acquisition of Energia Group from I Squared Capital, marking a significant milestone for the energy company and reinforcing its future growth ambitions.
The acquisition is expected to support Energia Group's ongoing investment in the energ
25/06/2026
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has confirmed a £7.6 million package to upgrade cricket and multi-sport facilities at the Northern Ireland Civil Service Sports Association (NICSSA) complex in Stormont, formerly the Pavilion.
Delivered through the 'A Space for All' project, the redevelopment aims
25/06/2026
Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir MLA and Ireland's Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, have welcomed the Taoiseach's announcement of significant Shared Island Initiative investment to improve water quality in Lough Neagh, the island's
25/06/2026
Over 40 participants gathered at The MAC in Belfast for Phoenix Energy's first Stakeholder Engagement Forum, which coincided with the release of its latest Responsible Business Report.
The company brought together representatives from government, industry, community and consumer organisations to ou
25/06/2026
Additional funding has been secured to support the restoration and preservation of Wilmont House in Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park, following discussions at Belfast City Council's Strategic Policy and Resources Committee.
The funding package is aimed at helping protect the historic property, which
25/06/2026
Uisce Éireann has submitted a planning application to Mayo County Council to upgrade the Ballyhaunis Wastewater Treatment Plant, marking a further step in its ongoing investment in wastewater services across Mayo.
The project proposes a substantial enhancement of the existing facility in the east M
25/06/2026
Phoenix Energy has unveiled Eco Heroes, a fully funded environmental education programme for primary schools in Northern Ireland, encouraging pupils aged eight to 11 to protect the planet through simple, everyday actions.
The initiative opened with a launch at St Patrick's Primary School, Legamaddy
25/06/2026
The Taoiseach has announced a €230 million investment from the Shared Island Fund to upgrade and enhance rail infrastructure across the island of Ireland.
The major funding package allocates approximately €100 million for critical track renewal projects on the Dublin–Belfast and Belfast–Derry route
25/06/2026
Dublin City Council has completed a statutory rezoning process at a Special Council Meeting on Monday, 22 June, paving the way for up to 25,000 additional homes across the city.
The decision concludes proceedings that began in October 2025 and followed a series of public consultations involving sta
24/06/2026
GRAHAM has celebrated the topping out of Oasis Academy Temple Quarter, a new state-of-the-art secondary school being built in Bristol.
The occasion was commemorated on 17 June at the Silverthorne Lane site, where Richard James, Principal of Oasis Academy Temple Quarter, joined six pupils and three
24/06/2026
SSE and Greencoat Renewables have opened the 2026 Galway Wind Park Community Fund, making approximately €200,000 available to back initiatives that deliver lasting benefits for local people.
Community groups across Connemara and nearby areas are invited to apply. Funding is open to organisations lo
24/06/2026
Uisce Éireann has imposed a Boil Water Notice on customers served by the Glenary Public Water Supply in Clonmel, following consultation with the HSE.
The Kilcomma/Finger Post areas in Co Waterford are also impacted. The precaution is in place for public health reasons after an overnight issue at t
24/06/2026
Galway City Council has secured up to €30 million in funding under the Government’s Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund (HIIF). The investment will back key infrastructure initiatives designed to open up development land for up to 12,877 new homes across the city.
The HIIF is part of the Governm
24/06/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has opened the Second Stage debate on the Harbours Bill at the Northern Ireland Assembly.
She said the legislation is intended to help the ports of Belfast, Foyle, Coleraine and Warrenpoint operate more efficiently and to strengthen their contribution to the regi
24/06/2026
Fingal County Council is pressing ahead with a comprehensive programme of works in Swords, aiming to grow the town as a vibrant, contemporary urban centre while protecting and showcasing its historic character.
At the heart of the plan is the Swords Cultural Quarter, being developed around the medi
24/06/2026
Grants backed by Waterford City and County Council, the Department of the Environment and IPB Insurance will support biodiversity, climate action and amenity schemes; applications close 24 July 2026.
The Local Environmental Action Fund (LEAF) has been launched in Bunmahon by the Cathaoirleach of th
24/06/2026
Uisce Éireann, joined by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, has marked the completion of a €19 million upgrade to the Enniscorthy Regional Water Supply Scheme, a significant boost for the town and surrounding areas.
The completed scheme will provide a steadier
24/06/2026
Sinn Féin TD for Wicklow and Chair of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), John Brady, has criticised the Minister for Transport and the National Transport Authority (NTA) after receiving PAC correspondence confirming the €11 million Fassaroe Park and Ride is substantially complete but cannot open d
24/06/2026
Ahead of a specially convened meeting on Thursday, 25 June, the Social Democrats are urging South Dublin County councillors to reject a proposed rise in social housing rents.
Working with Sinn Féin and People Before Profit, the party has used Section 140 of the Local Government Act to put the incr
23/06/2026
The Government has agreed the initial phases of a process to redevelop the General Post Office (GPO) Complex in Dublin City Centre.
The future transformation of the site forms a key component of the Government’s Roadmap for Delivery of the Dublin City Taskforce Report. This strategy aims to make th
23/06/2026
Residents are being invited to share their views on proposals for a new Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) at Drumglass Park in south Belfast.
The initiative is designed to help manage wastewater and reduce the likelihood of flooding during periods of heavy rain affecting the Lisburn Road area.
Th
23/06/2026
NI Water has marked International Women in Engineering Day (23 June) by profiling Higher Level Apprentice Katie Harper, whose work on live capital schemes is helping to deliver vital water and wastewater infrastructure for customers across Northern Ireland.
This year's theme, #EngineeringIntelligen
23/06/2026
Efforts to manage flood risks along the River Lagan have achieved a significant milestone following the successful installation of new flood gates at Lambeg.
This development follows the completion of engineering works at nearby Hilden last summer, with the new Lambeg installations marking the fina
23/06/2026
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, has announced the Dublin Rental Accommodation Scheme (RAS) Pilot, a focused initiative aimed at helping more households secure stable, long-term homes by increasing property owner participation in social housing.
The pilot introd
23/06/2026
Cork County Council has announced the successful completion of Phase 1 of the Town Walls of County Cork GIS Project, an initiative led by County Archaeologist Annette Quinn in partnership with Archaeological Management Solutions (AMS). The project uses Geographical Information Systems to document, m
23/06/2026
Galway City Council has announced that the construction tender for the new Newcastle Community Centre has been awarded to Burns Construction & Civil Engineering, with workers now actively progressing operations on-site. To mark the milestone, Dara Calleary T.D., Minister for Rural and Community Deve
23/06/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has convened the first ministerial planning engagement forum with elected members to examine ongoing reforms to the planning system under NILGA's Planning Improvement Learning and Engagement Programme.
Bringing together councillors from across Northern Ireland, t
22/06/2026
New data from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage indicates that housing construction activity remained robust in May, with the number of new homes commenced more than twice the level recorded a year earlier.
According to the latest release, 2,099 new homes were started in May,
22/06/2026
Uisce Éireann is making consistent advancements on its multi-million-euro investment scheme designed to fortify and protect the water supply in Clonmel.
Essential upgrade operations are moving forward at the Monroe Water Treatment Plant. Additionally, the installation of 15km of new watermains, whi
22/06/2026
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has welcomed confirmation from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage that funding has been approved for a first phase of projects under the Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund (HIIF).
Four priority schemes in the county have been selected.
22/06/2026
NHBC, the UK's leading new-home warranty and insurance provider, has confirmed that four Braidwater Group site managers and their teams have earned its flagship Quality Award in this year's Pride in the Job Awards.
The recipients are Eamonn Devlin (Roe Wood, Limavady), Kevin Cosgrove (Beech Hill Vi
22/06/2026
ESB Networks has reached a major milestone in strengthening electricity capacity across the Midlands and South East with the arrival of two record-breaking transformers at the new Coolnabacky Substation in Co Laois. Part of the wider Laois–Kilkenny Grid Reinforcement Project, the substation will, on
22/06/2026
Farrans has reinforced its longstanding collaboration with Ulster University by sponsoring the Most Commercially Relevant Research Paper at the university’s recent Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management Awards.
The event highlighted an impressive calibre of student research, with submissions
22/06/2026
The Office of Public Works has announced that its Leeson Lane and Magazine Fort projects have both won at this year's Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Awards, recognising design quality, sensitivity to context and their contribution to the built environment. Selected from 175 subm
22/06/2026
Watkin Jones brought together investors, partners and industry stakeholders for a sold-out Women in Property Northern Ireland event at its Loftlines scheme in Belfast, spotlighting the depth of female leadership behind the project and the city's growing build-to-rent opportunity.
Organised by Jodie
19/06/2026
SSE and BnM have lodged a planning application with An Coimisiún Pleanála for the proposed Littleton Wind Farm, an 11-turbine scheme in County Tipperary to be assessed as a Strategic Infrastructure Development (SID).
Brought forward by Littleton Wind Farm DAC, a 50:50 joint venture between BnM and
19/06/2026
Leading construction, refurbishment, and fit-out contractor Gilbert-Ash has marked a landmark year during its annual Summit, which united personnel from across its UK and Irish operations.
The event was held jointly at the company's Belfast headquarters and the Union Theatre in London, while also b
19/06/2026
The Energy in Northern Ireland 2026 report has been officially published.
This comprehensive publication provides an accessible overview of key statistics and data relating to the energy sector in Northern Ireland. The report aggregates data previously published by several authoritative bodies, inc
19/06/2026
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has welcomed the official start of construction on the Strabane Town Centre Public Realm Scheme. The substantial regeneration initiative is designed to transform and elevate prominent streets and public spaces throughout the town.
The £7 million development aims to
19/06/2026
Minister for Education and Youth Hildegarde Naughton will turn the sod on a major extension at St. Gerald's DLS College in Castlebar during a series of school visits in County Mayo today (Thursday).
On her Mayo itinerary, Minister Naughton will mark the start of construction on a significant expans
19/06/2026
Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD and Minister of State for Older People Kieran O'Donnell TD have welcomed the awarding of a contract to deliver a new 96-bed inpatient ward block at University Hospital Limerick (UHL), marking another step in expanding capacity at the hospital.
Follow
19/06/2026
Limerick City and County Council (LCCC) has welcomed a substantial allocation of Housing Infrastructure Investment Funding (HIIF), which is set to facilitate the direct construction of approximately 3,800 homes and pave the way for an additional 6,800 residences on critical sites across the region.
19/06/2026
A pilot digital service that generates air pollution assessments has been launched in Northern Ireland to protect the environment, accelerate planning decisions and lower costs for applicants.
Known as 'Get an air pollution assessment' and developed under the working title UK Air Pollution Assessme
18/06/2026
NIE Networks has released its first RP7 Innovation Report, detailing the ideas and technologies it says will strengthen Northern Ireland's electricity network while accelerating decarbonisation.
The report outlines how innovation underpins the company's ambition to deliver a sustainable energy syst
18/06/2026
Mobile crushing and screening specialist Roco will expand its factory and create 30 jobs in Crossmaglen after a year that delivered £8m in export sales. Invest NI has offered £210,000 towards the roles.
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald announced the £2.5m investment, which will double the comp
18/06/2026
Uisce Éireann has confirmed that preparatory works have commenced on the Greater Dublin Drainage (GDD) Project, following the project's approval in December 2025.
The start of these activities marks a major milestone for one of Ireland's most significant strategic infrastructure schemes, intended t
18/06/2026
The Office of Public Works (OPW) has officially opened the Kilcarn Government Offices in Navan, Co Meath. The campus hosts a range of Government Departments and agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine, the Department of Education, the Road Safety Authority (RSA), the Proba
18/06/2026
Coillte, Ireland's semi-state forestry company, has welcomed Roscommon County Council's decision to grant planning permission for the redevelopment of Lough Key Forest and Activity Park.
The company's next step is to identify funding partners to move the project into construction, with engagements
18/06/2026
Disused water pipes from NI Water have been successfully reused to support a major wildlife restoration project on Rathlin Island.
The surplus NI Water pipes were donated to the LIFE Raft project on Rathlin, where they were repurposed as rat bait stations to help remove the predators from the islan
18/06/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has welcomed confirmation that four cross-border greenway schemes — Sligo–Enniskillen, Derry to Buncrana, Warrenpoint to Newcastle and Lifford to Derry — have been identified for funding.
Minister Kimmins said: "Through collaborative working with our counterparts
18/06/2026
Lord Mayor Ray McAdam and Minister James Browne have unveiled two new Wonder Wander walking routes celebrating the Architectural Conservation Areas of Phibsborough, North Great George's Street and Mountjoy Square.
Launched in Dublin, the latest additions to the Wonder Wander series are self-guided
17/06/2026
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, and the Minister of State for Planning and Local Government, John Cummins, have confirmed support for 82 infrastructure projects in the first phase of the Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund (HIIF). The approved schemes will d
17/06/2026
Uisce Éireann has welcomed an announcement from Minister Browne regarding housing activation, which features the advancement of 82 critical projects designed to speed up the construction of new homes across Ireland. The majority of these developments will see the installation of essential water and
17/06/2026
Belfast City Council's Planning Committee has granted planning permission this month for the development of two new hotels situated within the city centre.
The first approved application authorises a change of use at Lindsay House on Callendar Street. The site, previously utilised for fast food/res
17/06/2026
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, and the Minister of State for Planning and Local Government, John Cummins TD, have confirmed the first tranche of the Government's €1 billion Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund (HIIF), naming 82 infrastructure projects for
17/06/2026
Alpha Housing has secured a £20 million sustainability-linked loan from Danske Bank to fund the construction of 240 new social homes across Northern Ireland over the next five years.
The investment framework will allow Alpha Housing to accelerate its construction pipeline, expanding its overall hou
17/06/2026
Cavan County Council has confirmed it has secured €6.85 million from the Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund (HIIF) for two strategic, housing-enabling infrastructure projects in Cavan Town.
Announced by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, the support covers
17/06/2026
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has unveiled plans for the construction of Ireland's first park golf experience, situated at the foot of the Mourne Mountains in Newcastle.
The nine-hole par-three course is being developed at Island Park, utilising the footprint of a former pitch and putt fa
17/06/2026
The 2026 Festival of Sustainable Impact, organised by All-Ireland Sustainability (AIS) and Callow Events in partnership with Cushon, will take place on Thursday 1 October 2026 at the Europa Hotel in Belfast. The all-day event is set to welcome businesses and organisations from across the Island of I
16/06/2026
Olympia London has been a stage for major events since 1886. Long regarded as one of the capital's most recognisable venues, it has, for much of its history, been defined by its role as an exhibition hall.
The £1.3bn redevelopment is set to change that. Rather than simply upgrading exhibition space
16/06/2026
Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien, and Northern Ireland Minister for Infrastructure Liz Kimmins MLA have announced funding for four greenway projects within the border region. The financial allocation is provided via the Shared Island Greenways Development Fund, which
16/06/2026
BMC Manufacturing, the Irish electrical engineering firm, has unveiled plans to add 500 roles by the end of 2028 in a major scale-up backed by Enterprise Ireland. Most of the new positions will be based at the company's Dublin facilities, with further hires in Co Meath, spanning engineering, technol
16/06/2026
Fingal County Council is set to commence key works on the Portrane Road Enhancement Project, a major scheme to improve pedestrian safety, accessibility and the overall standard of the road network in the Donabate area. The project has been designed with a strong emphasis on safer routes for schoolch
16/06/2026
Civil engineering and construction contractor Farrans has announced the renewal of its membership with the British Aviation Group (BAG) alongside joining ADS, the UK’s trade association for aerospace, defence, security, and space. The dual memberships are intended to strengthen the company's positio
16/06/2026
Waterford City and County Council has announced that construction in the Newtown area of Waterford City will get under way on Monday 15 June 2026. The works relate to the St. John of God National School, Passage Road, Active Travel Safe Routes to School (SRTS) scheme and the Newtown Area One-Way Sys
16/06/2026
The finalists for the SkillBuild 2026 National Finals have been officially revealed following their successful performances at the SkillBuild Regional Qualifiers. Competitors from across the United Kingdom will now advance to the final stage of the competition, scheduled to take place in November.
16/06/2026
Farrans Senior Quantity Surveyor Rebecca McAteer has been shortlisted for the Inspirational Leader (Contractor) category at the Inspiring Women in Construction and Engineering Awards.
The awards recognise individuals and teams making outstanding contributions to gender diversity across the industry
15/06/2026
Belfast City Council has officially become the first local authority in Northern Ireland to sign up as a champion for the #NotJustForBoys initiative.
The campaign, led by Women's Tec, is designed to support young women and girls in entering and maintaining long-term employment within industries whe
15/06/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has offered her congratulations to the newest group of students to graduate from the Department for Infrastructure's Civil Engineering Skills Academy.
The academy is a collaborative initiative between the Department and Belfast Met, designed to introduce students
15/06/2026
Murphy has delivered a carbon-negative car park surface at its new One Murphy Hub depot in Golborne, marking the first use of the ACLA material in North West England. The scheme highlights the company's push to cut embodied carbon across its projects.
ACLA is a carbon-negative aggregate that replac
15/06/2026
Radius Housing has been honoured at the RTPI Awards 2026, taking the top accolade for its Tates Avenue development in south Belfast and earning a commendation for the transformational St Patrick’s Barracks scheme in Ballymena.
The award-winning Tates Avenue project is a carefully designed urban inf
15/06/2026
Meath County Council, in partnership with the Fitzwilliam Group, officially marked the opening of the new Blackwater River Town Bridge and Cycleway in Navan on the afternoon of Friday, 12 June 2026.
The formal ribbon-cutting ceremony was performed by the Mayor of Navan, Cllr Padraig Fitzsimons, alo
15/06/2026
Wind farms across Ireland are set to deliver €74.87 million in commercial rates to local authorities in 2026, new research by Halpin's for Wind Energy Ireland (WEI) reveals. The findings were released to coincide with Global Wind Day on 15 June.
Annual payments have climbed from €69.27 million in M
15/06/2026
Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) Minister Andrew Muir has welcomed a joint event organized alongside the Met Office focusing on the core science and evidence surrounding climate change.
Prominent specialists from the Met Office gathered at Stormont to outline the imp
12/06/2026
The Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Neale Richmond TD, has announced a €500,000 grant to support the development of the Lancashire GAA Centre of Excellence at Broughton Park in Manchester.
The Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), Manchester City Council, and Broughton Pa
12/06/2026
SSE has secured a site at Rhode Green Energy Park in County Offaly to build a new operations base that will support the nearby 101MW Yellow River Wind Farm.
The development follows the formal signing of a site agreement at Áras an Chontae in Tullamore by representatives from SSE, Offaly County Coun
12/06/2026
NI Water is continuing to advance its multi-million-pound 'Stormwater Separation Programme', an initiative designed to mitigate the risk of out-of-sewer flooding, enhance environmental performance, and unlock critical capacity within the wastewater network to facilitate new housing and economic deve
12/06/2026
FP McCann Roofing welcomed customers, colleagues, industry partners and friends to The Belfry for The Grandiose, a purpose-built golf day designed to feel different and to underline the company's commitment to long-term partnerships.
Positioned as more than a routine corporate fixture, the event se
12/06/2026
Murphy's Plant team has been named Sustainability World Ambassadors at the International CSR Excellence & Green World Ambassador Awards. The programme, run by The Green Organisation, celebrates companies that use their influence to support colleagues, communities, customers, the environment and thos
12/06/2026
Northern Ireland-headquartered modular construction specialist McAvoy, in partnership with the Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust, has reached a key milestone with a groundbreaking ceremony marking the start of phase two of the £65 million Lynfield Mount Hospital redevelopment.
McAvoy is d
12/06/2026
Uisce Éireann will install a new treated water reservoir at Kilmurray Water Treatment Plant and lay an extra 5km water main to Ballivor, boosting capacity, quality and resilience for around 2,500 customers, with works due to finish in the first half of 2027.
Works are due to start next week in Ball
12/06/2026
Uisce Éireann has reached a major milestone in its multi-million-euro programme to reinforce Clonmel's water network, completing 15km of new water mains that link the Monroe water treatment plant with the Giant's Grave reservoir.
With this key section finished, teams will step back from town roads
11/06/2026
Uisce Éireann is scheduled to start construction works next week in Ballivor, Co Meath, to expand storage capacity and upgrade the local water network, providing a more resilient and secure water supply for local businesses and residents.
The simultaneous upgrades will be delivered across two disti
11/06/2026
GRAHAM has broken ground on a £76.8m regeneration project in Wolverton, Milton Keynes, transforming the former Agora market site into a new residential and community-focused neighbourhood.
Delivered in partnership with Milton Keynes City Council and urban developer TOWN, the development will provid
11/06/2026
The Conservation Office at Fingal County Council is inviting owners of historic buildings, protected structures, and properties within Architectural Conservation Areas (ACAs) to submit applications for the annual Stitch in Time (SIT) conservation grant scheme.
The established grant scheme is struct
11/06/2026
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and the Mourne Gullion Strangford UNESCO Global Geopark are spearheading a new all-island partnership that will connect UNESCO-designated sites across Ireland.
Backed by 100% funding from the PEACEPLUS Change Makers Programme (Investment Area 6.2), the two-ye
11/06/2026
Marking the International Day of Play, Minister for Children, Disability and Equality Norma Foley has announced €200,000 for two new nature-based play spaces in Counties Clare and Limerick. The funding launches a first-of-its-kind pilot to create outdoor play and learning environments for children a
11/06/2026
ESB Networks has marked a key milestone at Limerick's Dock Road 38 kV station with the installation of the first of two new 18.75 MVA transformers.
Once fully commissioned, the upgrade will deliver 27.5 MVA of additional capacity, helping to meet rising demand across the city and enabling residenti
11/06/2026
An additional €5 million to expand urban nature-based solutions nationwide has been announced by Christopher O'Sullivan TD, Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity.
The Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) will administer the funding, which backs projects to improve surface wat
11/06/2026
Uform, a supplier of doors and accessories to the kitchen, bedroom and living space markets in the UK and Ireland, has acquired TKC in a move designed to bolster the Uform Group's position in the kitchen sector and extend its footprint in Great Britain.
Both companies have established strong reputa
10/06/2026
Uisce Éireann is set to commence a major upgrade of Ballina's water network in the coming days, investing €3 million to modernise ageing infrastructure and underpin the town's continued development.
The project will replace over 1.1km of water mains along McDermott Street, improving reliability for
10/06/2026
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt and Communities Minister Gordon Lyons have jointly launched a new housing design guide specifically developed to support individuals living with cognitive and sensory impairments.
The publication, titled 'Designing Homes for All', serves as a comprehensive reference man
10/06/2026
A new high-power electric vehicle (EV) charging hub has been officially launched by ESB at the Bunratty Castle Hotel in Bunratty, Co. Clare. The facility was opened by Timmy Dooley TD, Minister of State at the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment.
The strategic location at Bunratty Cas
10/06/2026
Collaboration is fundamental to how McLaughlin & Harvey approaches intricate civil engineering developments, influencing its interactions with clients, supply chains, and technical challenges right from the initial phases. The company firmly maintains that project delivery is enhanced when clear com
10/06/2026
Galgorm Collection has announced the next phase of its £20 million refurbishment of Roe Valley Resort in Limavady, with a slate of new attractions and amenities due to open this summer at the North West destination.
The group purchased Roe Valley Resort in November 2024 as part of a £50 million dea
10/06/2026
Uisce Éireann crews have successfully finished repair works at the Goatenbridge Water Treatment Plant after operational difficulties caused disruption earlier today. While the water supply is currently being restored to affected areas, consumers are being requested to conserve water. Reservoir level
10/06/2026
Ministers James Browne and John Cummins have opened a consultation on the 2026 draft statement setting out apartment design standards, with submissions due by 5:30pm on 7 July 2026 and an accompanying SEA Environmental Report available.
On 9 June 2026, the Minister for Housing, Local Government and
10/06/2026
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council has launched its first 10‑year Heritage Strategy, setting out a long-term vision to protect, champion and invest in the area's rich and varied heritage for future generations.
Developed following extensive engagement with over 10,000 people
09/06/2026
The final report from the interdepartmental and industry Timber in Construction Steering Group has been officially published, outlining a series of strategic recommendations to expand the use of timber within Ireland's construction industry.
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Hey
09/06/2026
Provisional data released by EirGrid reveals that 39% of Ireland's electricity was generated from renewable sources during the month of May. This represents a notable increase from the 33% recorded for the same month last year.
May proved to be a standout month for solar energy generation, which co
09/06/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £220,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme for Cromac Street in Belfast will commence today, Monday 8 June 2026.
The resurfacing project will span from Ormeau Avenue to the junction with Hamilton Street.
Minister Kimmins said: "This substantial
09/06/2026
Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, today, Monday 8 June 2026, visited County Waterford to officially open and turn the sod on a series of development projects designed to support regional regeneration and strengthen local communities.
The tour began in
09/06/2026
NI Water has confirmed that Pond Park Road East in Lisburn will close at the start of July for as long as six weeks to enable an urgent upgrade of the local water supply network.
Setting out the plan and traffic arrangements, Senior NI Water Project Manager, Gary McFadden, said: "The watermain on P
09/06/2026
Clancy Construction has achieved ISO 50001:2018 certification for its Energy Management System, marking a significant step in its sustainability and responsible business programme.
ISO 50001 is an internationally recognised energy management standard that gives organisations a structured framework
09/06/2026
Freefoam Building Products has retained its Silver Medal from EcoVadis, the global sustainability ratings provider, placing the company in the top 15% of assessed businesses worldwide.
EcoVadis evaluates 21 sustainability criteria across four pillars: Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics and
09/06/2026
Cork County Council has launched an online survey to assess demand for affordable housing across the county. The findings will guide the planning of future affordable housing schemes and help shape eligibility requirements.
The survey is aimed at first-time buyers and others who believe they may qu
08/06/2026
A scheme to bolster Derry City's water supply is making strong progress, with work on Craigavon Bridge currently running ahead of programme.
A new 300m watermain has been fitted to the bridge, and a specialist protective wrap is being applied to safeguard both new and existing assets from corrosion
08/06/2026
South Dublin County Council (SDCC) is inviting expressions of interest (EOIs) from community and local partnership groups for the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) 2026/2027. The call gives groups the chance to propose projects that will benefit local communities.
ORIS supports the de
08/06/2026
Uisce Éireann maintenance crews are on site at the Glenade Water Treatment Plant this morning to investigate an operational fault at the facility.
As a result of the issue, customers who receive their water from the plant—including residents in Kinlough, Tullaghan, and the surrounding areas—are cur
08/06/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins used the 19th annual Transport Ireland Conference at Croke Park in Dublin on 4 June to urge closer cooperation to ensure transport serves people across the island, highlighting progress on key road and rail projects and a new Transport Strategy due this summer.
S
08/06/2026
Gas Networks Ireland is supporting a new biomethane pilot with the Malting Company of Ireland and Ahascragh Distillery, aiming to help large energy users decarbonise their operations.
The programme provides a real-world example for Irish manufacturers that depend on high-temperature heat, outlining
08/06/2026
Award-winning construction and fit-out specialist Gilbert-Ash has channelled more than £280,000 into charities and community projects since 2023, as it spotlights progress on its environmental, social and governance agenda.
The company has released a video and an accompanying report showcasing its
08/06/2026
John Casey GMICE, a senior engineer at Farrans, has been named the winner of this year's Princess Royal Award for Emerging Engineers.
He presented his paper, titled 'Governance of temporary works in large scale onshore wind farm construction with particular focus on frictional guy rope systems used
08/06/2026
Newly released figures from the Department for the Economy have highlighted an ongoing downturn in renewable electricity generation across Northern Ireland.
The 'Electricity Consumption and Renewable Generation in Northern Ireland' report is issued on a quarterly basis. The data reveals that in the
05/06/2026
Uisce Éireann is beginning works to replace ageing and damaged water mains in Gorey, Co Wexford, as part of its commitment to providing a dependable water supply for the community.
Crews will install 3.4 kilometres of modern piping to reinforce the network, reduce disruption for homes and businesse
05/06/2026
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has launched its Accelerated Apprenticeships, a fast-track route intended to support the Government's ambition to build 1.5 million homes by 2029 while alleviating regional construction skills shortages.
As part of CITB's broader homebuilding support
05/06/2026
Solar PV installer, Alternative Energy is sponsoring the Energy Efficiency Project of the Year award at the 2026 CEF NI Construction Awards, taking place in the ICC Belfast on 1st October.
The event showcases the outstanding achievement, scale and ambition of the built environment. The gala evenin
05/06/2026
NI Water has announced the completion of its first paid work-experience placement under the company's Facilities Management Contract.
Sam Millar, a participant from Foyle Action Mental Health (AMH), successfully concluded the 12-week placement, which was delivered through a collaborative partnershi
05/06/2026
Dublin City Council has published a tender seeking Partnership Development Opportunities through Development Agreements with private developers and landowners to deliver large-scale, mixed-tenure residential developments across the city.
The call for proposals invites third-party submissions capabl
05/06/2026
Gas Networks Ireland's latest Gas Demand Statement reveals that overall gas demand decreased by 10 per cent month-on-month in April, reflecting the seasonal transition into spring.
While overall demand fell during the month, gas maintained its critical role in supporting Ireland's electricity syste
05/06/2026
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is set to collaborate with the Department of Transport and Transport Infrastructure Ireland to significantly boost the country's public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Partnering with Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland (ZEVI), the initiative aims to desi
05/06/2026
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has visited Ballylone Rural Development Association, a rural group that has secured funding through the Northern Ireland Community Infrastructure Fund (NICIF).
Delivered by the Department for Communities (DfC) with support from DAERA, the fund provides capital grants aime
04/06/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that a new Harbours Bill is being introduced to the Assembly after recently receiving Executive approval.
Northern Ireland is home to five commercial ports: Belfast, Larne, Londonderry, Warrenpoint, and Coleraine. Aside from Larne, which is under pr
04/06/2026
Fingal County Council intends to apply to An Coimisiún Pleanála for approval to build a residential scheme across about 14.75ha at Mooretown, Swords, Co Dublin.
The site lies in the townland of Mooretown and is split across two areas. The northern area is bounded by Rathbeale Road to the north, Cro
04/06/2026
SSE Renewables, operating through its wholly owned subsidiary Sure Partners Limited, has submitted substantial additional information to An Coimisiún Pleanála regarding the offshore planning consent application for the flagship Arklow Bank Wind Park 2 project.
The proposed 800MW offshore wind devel
04/06/2026
Builders could see sites shut without warning if they breach a new ban on the dry cutting of engineered stone, the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has cautioned, as the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) rolls out a wide-ranging inspection programme at over 1,000 locations.
The HSE says dry cutt
04/06/2026
Members gathered for a landmark day that combined AGM business with a new flagship conference exploring the challenges and opportunities facing Northern Ireland’s construction and built environment sector. The event provided a forum to reflect on the past year, confirm governance appointments and se
04/06/2026
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) and the Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland (HSENI) have begun a joint all‑island inspection campaign targeting exposure to respirable crystalline silica in the construction sector.
Running from this week until the end of August, inspectors from
04/06/2026
Galway City Council has welcomed two funding announcements aimed at delivering critical capital works and structural conservation across two of the city's primary heritage assets.
The Urban Directorate of the City Council secured a €260,000 grant from the Department of Housing, Local Government and
04/06/2026
Murphy has published its Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2025, highlighting a year of steady growth as the company celebrated its 75th anniversary. Revenue rose 13% to £1,581m (2024: £1,399m) and operating profit increased 8% to £86.1m (2024: £79.6m). Net cash was up 3% at £412.4m (FY24
03/06/2026
Elected Members of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have visited the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum redevelopment site in Enniskillen, getting a first-hand look at progress on the landmark £70 million scheme.
During the tour, Members stood within the footprint of the new eight‑lane swimming poo
03/06/2026
The Land Development Agency (LDA) has commenced construction of 193 affordable and social homes at Golding Green in Kinsealy, north County Dublin.
Lydon has been appointed as the development partner and will build the entire scheme in a single phase, with all homes targeted for completion in 2028.
03/06/2026
The Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, has opened the 2026–2027 Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS), making €20 million available to develop and maintain outdoor amenities across rural Ireland.
Launching the latest funding round in County M
03/06/2026
Construction is progressing well on a new underground stormwater storage tank off the Mill Road in Carryduff. The project, which is being delivered by principal contractor Murphy Dawson WAM JV, aims to significantly increase the capacity of the local wastewater network while supporting ongoing devel
03/06/2026
A collaborative cross-border inspection initiative targeting silica dust exposure in the building sector has been launched by the Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland (HSENI) and the Health and Safety Authority (HSA).
The three-month enforcement drive began on 1 June. It involves inspectors
03/06/2026
Uisce Éireann is commencing construction this June on a significant €5.9 million project to modernise the wastewater network in Wicklow Town. The development aims to support local economic and social growth, safeguard the environment, and provide long-term advantages for the local population.
As Wi
03/06/2026
The Office of Public Works (OPW) has approved Galway County Council's application for funding under the OPW's Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection Scheme.
A total of €33,710 has been allocated to carry out a detailed survey of the surface water pipe network within the Bruach na Mara
03/06/2026
The Government has officially opened a major expansion of the National Archives on Bishop Street, Dublin 8, unveiling a purpose-built, environmentally controlled repository designed to safeguard the State's records for decades to come.
Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport Patrick O'Donova
02/06/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £340,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A6 Glenshane Road in Maghera.
The project will cover approximately 600 metres of the climbing lane at Coolnasillagh Road, improving the surface for all road users.
Minister Kimmins said: "This is a s
02/06/2026
Education Minister Paul Givan marked the achievement at a topping out ceremony at the Strule Shared Education Campus, where principals from the six participating schools joined project partners and community representatives to celebrate progress on Northern Ireland's flagship shared education scheme
02/06/2026
The Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, Darragh O'Brien, has confirmed €333,781 for 18 community-led projects in County Longford under Phase 2 of the Community Climate Action Programme.
The allocation is part of the Government's continued investment in community climate action through
02/06/2026
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has published its Council Plan 2026–2031, setting out its vision and strategic priorities for the next five years.
Building on the foundations laid since the Council's formation in 2015, the plan highlights major achievements delivered over the last four yea
02/06/2026
Wind Energy Ireland Chief Executive Officer Noel Cunniffe has officially launched the Offshore Wind Action Plan 2026.
Speaking on RTÉ Radio One's Morning Ireland programme, he discussed both the significant potential of offshore wind energy for the country and the critical hurdles that must be reso
02/06/2026
Uisce Éireann has successfully finished a major upgrade to the water network in Lismore, marking the conclusion of an extensive Leakage Reduction Programme project that has replaced almost 3km of vulnerable and ageing watermains across the town. The final phase of the works has now been commissioned
02/06/2026
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council's Planning Department has introduced its Efficient Processing of Planning Applications Protocol, reinforcing its commitment to collaborate with stakeholders and deliver a more proactive, streamlined planning service.
Taking effect this June following approva
02/06/2026
GRAHAM achieved a highly successful performance at the Irish Construction Excellence (ICE) Awards 2026, which took place on Thursday 28 May.
Collaborating with its supply chain partner, Blockbusters Environmental Services, the contractor secured the Innovation in Construction Company T/O Up to €20m
01/06/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that AtkinsRéalis will deliver design and construction management services for the upcoming Belfast Rapid Transit Phase 2 development.
Minister Kimmins said: "The Belfast Rapid Transit Glider service has been a huge success and has helped transform
01/06/2026
Construction has commenced on Newry, Mourne and Down District Council's new Theatre and Conference Centre, a flagship scheme within the Council's regeneration and investment programme for Newry city.
A sod-cutting ceremony took place on Friday 29 May at the site beside Newry Town Hall, attended by
01/06/2026
Tánaiste and Minister for Finance, Simon Harris T.D., has officially broken ground on a major new mixed-tenure residential development in Bishopstown, Cork. Funded by Home Building Finance Ireland (HBFI), the Waterfall Avenue project is being spearheaded by Bridgewater Construction and will deliver
01/06/2026
Uisce Éireann has invested nearly €100 million since 2014 to upgrade the water infrastructure across Cork County, replacing more than 250km of water mains. The scale of the replacement project covers a distance roughly equivalent to travelling from Mizen Head to Athlone.
The upgrade works stretch f
01/06/2026
John Paul Construction has won the Civil Engineering Project Over €50 Million award at the 2026 Irish Construction Excellence Awards, recognising the successful delivery of Rosslare Europort Terminal 7 and Enabling Works.
The accolade reflects the dedication, collaboration, expertise and commitment
01/06/2026
About 10,000 customers are affected after a major burst on the Lisloose Reservoir rising main; repairs are targeted for 11pm with supplies returning gradually.
This notice remains in effect until further updates are issued here or via the Supply and Service Updates section.
Repair teams are workin
01/06/2026
Coffey and Uisce Éireann have been named the winners of the Innovation in Construction Award (Company Turnover €20m-€200m) at the Irish Construction Excellence Awards for their work on the Enfield Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The accolade highlights the successful integration of Sludge Drying Reed B
01/06/2026
Waterford City and County Council has secured the Fit-Out/Refurbishment Award (up to €1.5m) for its 29 The Glen project at the Irish Construction Excellence Awards. Established in 2014, the awards programme recognises innovative developments that establish high benchmarks across the built environmen
