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31/07/2026
GRAHAM has signed contracts to deliver a new Airedale Hospital as part of the government's New Hospital Programme.
The company has been appointed construction partner to Airedale NHS Foundation Trust, with both organisations working to bring the state-of-the-art facility forward as swiftly as possi
31/07/2026
Landmark venue in the Swords Cultural Quarter will bring a new county library, theatre, gallery, maker space, arts facilities and a café together beside Swords Castle.
Ten months after construction began, the €40m Culture House Fingal is taking shape and remains on course to open in 2027, according
31/07/2026
NI Water will begin preliminary market engagement for its proposed IF109 Integrated Partnerships Framework, a strategic procurement route intended to support future capital investment in water and wastewater infrastructure across Northern Ireland.
The new framework advances the utility's existing I
31/07/2026
Limerick City and County Council has officially begun building the Limerick Greenway Hub @ Ardagh following a sod-turning ceremony in recent days.
The flagship scheme represents a major investment in West Limerick, creating a new focal point for visitors on the Limerick Greenway while showcasing Ar
31/07/2026
Dublin City Council has lodged a Part 8 planning application and launched a public consultation for a development of ten new social homes at Berryfield Drive and Valeview Gardens in south Finglas, Dublin 11.
The 0.3-hectare site was identified by the Council's Finglas Area Office following requests
31/07/2026
The government has approved a mechanism to advance €2 billion in capital to Uisce Éireann to expand drinking water and wastewater capacity and help deliver 300,000 new homes by 2030. The ring-fenced funding, provided from the Central Fund under Section 37 of the Water Services (No. 2) Act 2013, will
31/07/2026
Sinn Féin’s spokesperson on the Environment, Climate and Energy, Pa Daly TD, has called on the government and the energy regulator to immediately rethink how network charges are set, following an announcement he said will add at least €41 to household bills. He said regulator‑mandated changes
31/07/2026
Darragh O'Brien TD, Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, has officially opened ESB Networks' Bracklone 110kV Substation in Co Laois.
The facility is the first to be energised under the utility's Price Review 6 (PR6) investment programme for 2026–2030 and is one of 30 planned 110kV sub
31/07/2026
Waterfront office tower City Quays 3 is now fully let after Bank of America agreed a deal for the last available space, with the bank also taking temporary accommodation in the neighbouring City Quays 1, Belfast Harbour has confirmed.
The agreement completes the occupation of all 15 office floors a
31/07/2026
Hub Packaging has entered a new agreement with renewable energy provider 3T Power to supply 100% locally generated renewable electricity across its operations, marking a major step forward in the company's sustainability plans and reducing its Scope 2 emissions to zero.
The independent supplier, wh
30/07/2026
Minister of State for Local Government and Planning, John Cummins TD, has confirmed €465,000 in funding to overhaul William Vincent Wallace Plaza on Waterford's city quays, enabling a people-focused redesign that prioritises accessibility and everyday use by residents and visitors alike.
Opened in
30/07/2026
The Land Development Agency (LDA) says it is on course to complete at least 13,000 additional homes by 2030, on top of the 3,215 delivered since 2022, according to its mid‑year update for 2026.
The agency's live project pipeline can now deliver more than 28,000 homes, with over 6,500 currentl
30/07/2026
Wicklow County Council has been advised that Uisce Éireann will carry out significant water infrastructure works over the August Bank Holiday weekend.
To facilitate essential repairs, the strategic pipeline linking the Ballymore Eustace Water Treatment Plant and the Saggart Reservoir will be taken
30/07/2026
Radius Housing has achieved Platinum Tenant Participation Accreditation from Supporting Communities, a mark that recognises excellence in tenant involvement, strong results for residents and an industry-leading approach across the sector.
Platinum status signals robust leadership and innovation, a
30/07/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £225,000 carriageway resurfacing programme for the A32 Cornagrade Road in Enniskillen.
Covering the section between Queen Elizabeth Roundabout and Erne Drive, the project is scheduled to start on Friday 31 July 2026 and will include 460 metres of
30/07/2026
Fingal County Council has approved a three-year Capital Programme valued at €1.43 billion at its October monthly meeting, as members were told the organisation is delivering capital works at an unprecedented pace across the county.
Director of Finance Oliver Hunt told councillors there are 121 proj
30/07/2026
Clare County Council will present proposals to create a landbank of eight fully serviced sites for new private homes in Feakle at an open public consultation on Thursday, 30 July 2026, from 6pm to 8pm at Feakle Community Centre, Main Street, Feakle, Co Clare (V94 X2V0).
The Feakle initiative is the
30/07/2026
Fingal County Council has extended the deadline for public submissions on the Draft Masterplan for the Old School House lands at Clonsilla, Dublin 15, to 5pm on 11 August 2025.
The Masterplan aims to enable sustainable development of these residentially zoned lands, reflecting their distinctive loc
30/07/2026
EirGrid has made major strides in integrating renewable electricity, with the power system now able to safely operate with as much as 75% of demand met by variable sources such as wind and solar at any one time.
Work is in progress to raise that limit to 95%. The operator notes that renewable disp
30/07/2026
Colleagues from across Energia Group, together with their friends and families, came together to add colour, positivity and energy to the streets of Belfast.
From waving rainbow flags to sharing moments of joy along the route, the parade showcased the strength that comes from standing side by side
29/07/2026
The Land Development Agency (LDA), Fingal County Council (FCC) and Ballymore have set out how buyers can apply for the initial 73 homes at the new Hampton Demesne neighbourhood in Balbriggan, Co Dublin. These are the first homes within Phase 1, which is under way and will ultimately provide 259 Star
29/07/2026
A £20 million facility from Ulster Bank will help Radius deliver additional social rent homes in Northern Ireland, under NatWest’s £1 billion UK-wide social rent loan programme.
Ulster Bank is expanding its support for the construction of hundreds of new social rent properties across Northern Irela
29/07/2026
Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald has written to An Taoiseach Micheál Martin seeking the resources needed to purchase the Bessboro site in October's Budget.
She said: "Stopping Bessboro from being turned into a construction site must be a hands-on priority for the Taoiseach and the government. Thi
29/07/2026
Uisce Éireann has begun preparatory activity for a significant upgrade of Waterford City’s wastewater network, a scheme designed to accommodate future development, protect the local environment and deliver lasting benefits for residents.
As the city expands, the wastewater system must keep pace. Th
29/07/2026
Uisce Éireann will this week seek planning approval for the Letterkenny and Inishowen Water Supply Upgrade Project, aiming to deliver a more secure and sustainable drinking water service for homes and businesses in Letterkenny, Inishowen and nearby communities.
More than 29,000 customers are expect
29/07/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed a £854,000 programme to resurface the B99 Waterfall Road/Watchill Road in Larne.
The scheme covers approximately 2.97km from the Ballyrickard Road/Waterfall Road junction to the New Line junction. Work is due to commence on Monday 3 August 2026 and
29/07/2026
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, working with the Causeway Association of Urban Sports (CAUS), will commence a masterplan study in August to determine the optimal approach for delivering the Metropole Project in Portrush.
The scheme aims to provide a high-quality, inclusive, free-to-use ou
29/07/2026
A report published has said that investing now in renewable energy would help to shield countries from another energy price shock.
It also warns that entering long-term contracts to import Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) would lock in dependence on a fuel that has already proven highly volatile.
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29/07/2026
NI Water will begin work in early August to upgrade water infrastructure on Cornagrade Road, Enniskillen, with the scheme expected to take around six weeks.
Approximately 400 metres of new watermain will be installed from Cherrymount Roundabout from Monday 3 August, extending to the second entrance
29/07/2026
FP McCann has broadened its full product portfolio for housebuilders, offering an end-to-end package designed to speed up build programmes, simplify procurement and improve overall certainty on residential projects.
With 20 manufacturing facilities across the UK and Ireland and a continually expand
28/07/2026
Enabling works have commenced at the THRIVE Fireplace Site in Limerick, marking a major step forward for a landmark regeneration project in the city's historic core.
The scheme will rejuvenate 35–39 Nicholas Street by integrating the surviving medieval fireplace and neighbouring heritage structures
28/07/2026
The Government has designated nine major transport, water and energy schemes as critical infrastructure under the Critical Infrastructure Act 2026, giving them priority handling to speed up approvals and decisions. The first tranche includes MetroLink, the Galway City Ring Road and the Greater Dubli
28/07/2026
The Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Christopher O'Sullivan TD, has opened applications for the 2027 rounds of three flagship built heritage schemes: the Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS), the Historic Structur
28/07/2026
The Office of Public Works (OPW) has announced the reopening of the historic Magazine Fort in Dublin's Phoenix Park following completion of the first stage of conservation and stabilisation works. The 18th-century fort, built to store gunpowder, is a key Dublin landmark that later featured in the 19
28/07/2026
Dublin-based civil and structural engineering consultancy Will Rudd has reached a major milestone after being appointed to deliver its 75th agricultural underpass project in Ireland since entering the market in 2021.
The company said the achievement reflects the growth of its Irish operations, whic
28/07/2026
A new social housing development in Craigavon is set to deliver 38 homes, with the first phase of the scheme expected to be completed by autumn this year.
The Drumnagoon Gate development, owned by Choice, is transforming a previously undeveloped greenfield site into a new residential neighbourhood.
28/07/2026
A new Road Maintenance Strategy aimed at improving the quality and durability of road repairs has been launched by Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins.
The strategy sets out a new approach to maintaining Northern Ireland's road network, focusing on better quality repairs, the use of new technology
28/07/2026
Uisce Éireann has begun work to upgrade water infrastructure in Cootehill, Co Cavan, replacing deteriorating cast-iron mains to deliver a more dependable supply for the community.
Crews started this week on the Cavan Road, where more than 350 metres of ageing water mains will be replaced. The proje
28/07/2026
Uisce Éireann is mobilising specialist crews for its biggest-ever repair operation, with critical works scheduled on the Ballymore Eustace to Saggart trunk watermain over the August bank holiday weekend.
The planned intervention is the latest step in a wider programme to reinforce the pipeline, cu
28/07/2026
Designer Group has agreed a three-year partnership with Vienna Gaels GAA Club, underscoring its backing for inclusive, community-driven grassroots sport.
Founded in 2004 and based in Vienna, Austria, Vienna Gaels serves as the city's hub for Gaelic games, welcoming participants of all nationalities
27/07/2026
Renewable energy specialist Solmatix has entered a strategic supply agreement with construction and development firm GRAHAM, creating scope to collaborate on clean‑energy solutions across relevant projects in the UK and Ireland.
The arrangement establishes a framework allowing Solmatix to bri
27/07/2026
Henry Brothers has opened a new office in Edinburgh, cementing its presence in Scotland and building on its national growth strategy.
The capital base becomes the company's sixth location in the UK and gives it an east coast hub to sit alongside its existing west coast offices, strengthening its lo
27/07/2026
Upgrade works in Cahir and Foxhall have strengthened day-to-day water reliability by replacing ageing mains, cutting leaks and supporting conservation while the Water Conservation Order remains in place.
Homes and businesses in both areas will benefit after Uisce Éireann completed a programme of im
27/07/2026
Fine Gael TD Joe Neville has welcomed the Cabinet’s move to name the first projects to be accelerated under the Critical Infrastructure Act, describing it as a major advance for delivery.
The Cabinet has designated an initial set of schemes to benefit from expedited processes under the new law, whi
27/07/2026
Residents in Cavanaleck are marking the opening of a new play park, the first such facility locally, offering children and families a dedicated place to play, meet and enjoy the outdoors.
The scheme was delivered through the Outdoor Recreational Capital Programme, a strand of the Fermanagh and Omag
27/07/2026
Uisce Éireann has announced that its Water Conservation Order is being expanded to every county until Wednesday 26 August 2026.
The move builds on an existing order already in force for Dublin, South Tipperary and parts of Kildare, Meath, Wexford and Wicklow.
The utility said the measure is inten
27/07/2026
Uisce Éireann has imposed a Boil Water Notice on customers served by the Golden to Cashel Public Water Supply due to elevated turbidity levels in the raw water at Springmount Water Treatment Plant.
The measure, taken as a public health precaution, affects approximately 4,800 customers.
All consum
27/07/2026
Uisce Éireann has completed the opening phase of a €3.5 million project to modernise Mitchelstown's wastewater network, an investment intended to underpin future social and economic growth in the town, including the delivery of much-needed new homes in the North Cork area south of the Galtees.
The
27/07/2026
Construction and engineering firm GRAHAM has announced that team members Lucy Fearon and George Harris have officially achieved professional recognition through the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
Both engineers have become Chartered Civil Engineers (CEng MICE), marking a significant mileston
27/07/2026
Bord Gáis Energy, part of Centrica plc, reported a resilient performance for the first half of 2026, with EBITDA of €50m, slightly ahead of the same period last year (H1 2025: €49m).
The outcome reflects disciplined execution across its retail, optimisation and infrastructure businesses in challen
24/07/2026
Belfast Harbour has launched a new Community Impact Fund, committing up to £600,000 over the next three years to support organisations delivering sustained, long-term change across Greater Belfast and beyond.
The scheme will make four awards of up to £50,000 per year, providing £200,000 in annual i
24/07/2026
The London Irish Centre has appointed Sisk, one of Ireland and Britain's leading construction firms, as the main contractor for the £36–£38 million transformation of its home at 50–52 Camden Square.
Work is due to start in early 2027 and the centre is planned to reopen in Q1 2029, marking a major s
24/07/2026
The Department for Infrastructure has confirmed that preparatory works to facilitate structural repairs on the A6 Glenshane Road at Dungiven (Carn) will start in the week beginning Monday 27 July 2026. The essential scheme is required to maintain the carriageway and drainage infrastructure at this l
24/07/2026
Fingal County Council's Conservation Office is inviting applications for the 2026 Stitch in Time (SIT) conservation grant, an annual programme that helps owners of historic buildings with small repairs and routine maintenance. The scheme is open to protected structures and properties located within
24/07/2026
Cork City Council thanked the teams who installed and planted the new planters, which are helping to refresh the city’s main thoroughfare.
Completion of the initial planters is the latest step in a series of city centre improvements, which also includes work to tidy and restore the railings on the
24/07/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed a £675,000 road improvement scheme for Ballycorr Road, Ballyclare, commencing on 27 July 2026.
The project will cover approximately 0.84km from the junction with the C37 Ballyeaston Road to the Craighill Manor junction, delivering new surfacing to b
24/07/2026
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has visited Newry to review a pilot flood protection programme designed to help city-centre businesses withstand future flooding. The Department for the Economy is providing £300,000 in 2026 to trial measures that will protect around 30 properties while testing
24/07/2026
Hannah Steeds and Vivian Foley were first home in the women's and men's races at the Gas Networks Ireland-sponsored Cork BHAA 5km on Wednesday, 22 July, with a record 780 participants completing the course along the Blackrock and Mahon Greenway.
The after-work race began on the Blackrock–Mahon Gree
23/07/2026
Designer Group has been appointed to carry out the mechanical and electrical (M&E) works for the redevelopment of West One in London, a major refurbishment and rebuild located above Bond Street Underground station.
Originally developed in the late 1970s, the existing West One Shopping Centre is bei
23/07/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed a £750,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the C570 Greystone Road in Limavady, due to begin on Monday 27 July 2026.
The project will cover approximately 1.37km of road between Broad Road and Scroggy Road, aiming to improve driving conditions and
23/07/2026
SSE and Greencoat Renewables have allocated €300,000 from the 2026 Galway Wind Park Major Projects Fund to five community-led initiatives within 10km of the wind farm, backing projects that advance accessibility, facilities, environmental action, wellbeing and local rescue services.
The co-owners s
23/07/2026
NIE Networks has launched its first-ever Network Development Plan, promising greater transparency on future investment in Northern Ireland's electricity distribution network and inviting broad stakeholder input.
Published on 23 July 2026, the inaugural NDP marks a step change in how NIE Networks se
23/07/2026
Leading design-and-build contractor McAleer & Rushe has promoted six senior leaders as it bolsters its management team in line with sustained growth and long-term strategic ambitions.
After another record year, with turnover increasing to £628 million alongside a strong secured order book and a rec
23/07/2026
McKeever Hotels has committed £1.8 million to a comprehensive upgrade of bedrooms at The Lodge Hotel in Coleraine, in response to rising tourism across Northern Ireland.
The outlay forms part of the family-owned group's wider growth plan, focused on reinvesting across its estate to uphold high stan
23/07/2026
Uisce Éireann is beginning works to enhance the security of the water supply in Glasheen, Cork City, by replacing old and damaged water mains.
Crews will install more than 1.8 kilometres of modern piping across Glendale Drive, Glendale Road, Glendale Grove, Glendale Walk, Tara Lawn, Hillside Drive/
23/07/2026
Gas Networks Ireland has appointed John Ginnane as Community Liaison Officer for its Strategic Gas Emergency Reserve (SGER) project, strengthening engagement with people living closest to the proposed development.
A native of Kildysart, County Clare, Ginnane brings extensive local knowledge and dee
22/07/2026
McLaughlin & Harvey has secured a contract valued at more than £100m to deliver a new combat air facility for Rolls-Royce in Bristol.
The site will accommodate research, manufacturing and assembly, creating capacity for new product development to support the future of air combat. Construction is ex
22/07/2026
Work is due to start this summer on the £2.9 million Church Street Public Realm Scheme, marking a further step in Downpatrick's ongoing regeneration.
Construction is scheduled to get under way in early August 2026, following completion of current network upgrades by NIE and BT Openreach.
The proje
22/07/2026
Ireland’s electricity system notched multiple renewable energy milestones in the first six months of 2026, according to new figures from EirGrid.
In January, all-time weekend demand peaks were set on consecutive days. Demand reached 5,297 MW at 5.39pm on Saturday 3 January, followed by 5,480 MW at
22/07/2026
Gas Networks Ireland has appointed Diarmuid Collins as Director of Customer and Business Development, strengthening its senior team as the organisation expands its role in delivering a cleaner, more secure and sustainable energy system for Ireland.
Collins brings more than 15 years' experience at G
22/07/2026
Uisce Éireann has announced that its Water Conservation Order will be expanded to every county from 00:01 on Friday 24 July until Wednesday 26 August 2026, widening the existing measures already in force for Dublin, South Tipperary and parts of Kildare, Meath, Wexford and Wicklow.
The move is inten
22/07/2026
Motorists travelling in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown should expect ongoing disruption due to multiple road closures, roadworks and traffic control measures county-wide.
A temporary 50km/h limit continues westbound on the Wyattville Link Road between Cherrywood Avenue and the Cherrywood M50 southbound sli
22/07/2026
New dual-language road traffic signs and road markings have been introduced in west Belfast's Gaeltacht Quarter, with signage on the Falls Road between Springfield Road and Whiterock Road identifying bus lanes and parking as part of a pilot by the Department for Infrastructure.
Welcoming the move,
22/07/2026
Breedon Group plc has undertaken a major sustainability upgrade at the facility by switching the site's energy system from gas oil to natural gas.
The project includes the installation of two modern boilers and new flue gas economisers, improving energy efficiency across both the bitumen terminal a
21/07/2026
GRAHAM's year-long, two-stage schools and colleges programme linked to the £70m Fermanagh Lakeland Forum redevelopment in Enniskillen has engaged 199 students through 22 tailored insight activities, blending classroom learning with on-site experience at a live build.
The initiative, aligned to the
21/07/2026
Mayo County Council is inviting online applications from qualifying groups for the Oweninny Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund 2026. The deadline for submissions is 4pm on Tuesday 8 September 2026.
The scheme supports community initiatives across four categories. Categories 1–3 apply within the Oweni
21/07/2026
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, has welcomed the signing into law of the Planning and Development (Amendment) Bill 2026 by the President of Ireland.
Minister James Browne TD said: "All of us want an efficient, fair and transparent planning system but I am n
21/07/2026
A former Advance Factory building in North Donegal has been comprehensively renewed, breathing fresh life into a two-storey unit first constructed in the late 1970s/early 1980s. Typical of similar facilities across the West Donegal Gaeltacht, the original layout featured open-plan warehousing with s
21/07/2026
Uisce Éireann is set to replace more than 1.5 kilometres of ageing watermains between Springmount Garden Centre and Ballyminaun Hill to curb leaks and bolster supply, with works beginning in late July and completion targeted for autumn 2026.
The Springmount scheme in Co Wexford will modernise part
21/07/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £175,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the B0080 Tattymoyle Road, Fintona, which will get under way on Monday 27 July 2026.
The scheme will cover approximately 545 metres between the C660 Rahony Road junction and the C661 Moneygar Road junctio
21/07/2026
NI Water has completed a key phase of work at Dunore Point Water Treatment Works (WTW), installing a new pump manifold tie-in for the low lift pumping station to enhance resilience and improve energy efficiency. The scheme is part of a wider programme to optimise pumping infrastructure across Northe
21/07/2026
The RDS has confirmed Elliott Group as the Official Sponsor of the Nations Cup of Ireland at the 2026 Gallagher Dublin Horse Show, aligning the construction firm with the 100th running of the team competition for the Aga Khan Trophy, one of show jumping's most storied prizes.
The announcement comes
20/07/2026
Northern Ireland-headquartered contractor Henry Brothers has completed a comprehensive refurbishment and expansion of the Endoscopy Unit at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust’s Queen's Medical Centre (QMC), supported by a £12.4 million investment from NUH and NHS England.
The project has con
20/07/2026
The Immingham Eastern Ro-Ro Terminal (IERRT), a joint investment by Stena Line and Associated British Ports (ABP) at the Port of Immingham, has reached a significant construction milestone with a ceremonial steel signing to mark the start of marine works.
Keir Mather, Minister for Maritime, Aviatio
20/07/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed a £670,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme for the A5 Victoria Road at Leckpatrick, Ballymagorry, due to begin on Monday 27 July 2026.
The project will see 1.1 kilometres of asphalt resurfacing from 120 metres south of the junction with the U1824 Lec
20/07/2026
Dublin City Council is temporarily altering its street-washing operations for six weeks to conserve water while safeguarding public health and safety.
As Ireland's largest local authority, the council said the move supports citywide water conservation efforts in response to the current water conser
20/07/2026
Uisce Éireann is repairing a major mains burst affecting customers in Enniscorthy and surrounding areas of County Wexford, with teams on-site and working to bring supplies back as quickly as possible.
The burst happened overnight. Crews are currently on-site excavating the damaged section and exami
20/07/2026
Uisce Éireann is set to upgrade ageing water mains in Ballycommon to improve reliability and reduce interruptions for local homes and businesses.
The project will cover two stretches of the network: from Maryville B&B to just outside Ballycommon village, and between the Y Junction at Carrick and th
20/07/2026
Works are set to resume at Hawks Cliff Swimming Place (Vico Baths) on Monday, 20 July. The programme will see new handrails and ladders installed at the swimming platform, alongside repairs to the walkway from the Éire Sign area to the platform, including resurfacing the path and replacing damaged h
20/07/2026
Uisce Éireann crews are responding to a significant burst on a rising main along the N22 between Farranfore and Killarney, with complex repair works under way at Knockduff and expected to continue until 8pm tonight.
The utility said it is working to restore normal water supply as quickly as possibl
17/07/2026
Cork County Council has allocated almost €200,000 in grant funding to property and business owners across the county to support improvements to town centre properties.
A total of 145 applications were submitted under the 2026 Streetscape Enhancement Scheme, with funding of €199,208.85 awarded to 11
17/07/2026
MRP has secured planning permission for a £250m redevelopment of Liberty House at Kensington Olympia, following approval by the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham’s Planning Committee.
The project will deliver 110,000 sq ft of Grade A office space and a four-star, 371-bedroom Maldron hotel, pr
17/07/2026
Dublin City Council has marked a key milestone in the regeneration of Phase 1 at Cromcastle Court and the Old Coalyard site in Coolock, Dublin 5, with the official start of demolition works.
Lord Mayor of Dublin Daryl Barron officiated at the event, which signals the beginning of on-site activity t
17/07/2026
Water supplies are returning to customers in Cavan Town after a major leak on a water main at Billis Reservoir caused outages and reduced pressure on Wednesday evening.
Uisce Éireann crews successfully isolated the leak and completed repair works on Thursday morning. Reservoir levels are now recove
17/07/2026
If you've just had building work done, here's the honest answer: "the builders cleaned up" and "the space is actually ready to use" are two completely different things. Most disappointment with after builders cleaning comes down to not knowing what should be included — so here's what a proper job ac
17/07/2026
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, alongside Minister of State for Local Government and Planning, John Cummins TD, and Minister of State for Older People and Housing, Kieran O'Donnell TD, has published the Mid-Year Progress Report 2026 on the implementation of the
17/07/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a carriageway resurfacing project on the A2 Ballywalter Road in Millisle, beginning Monday 27 July 2026.
The works will cover 1.1 kilometres of asphalt resurfacing from Drumfad Road to a point beyond Ballywiskin Road, aimed at improving the road’s d
17/07/2026
Swatragh-based digital construction start-up Hillside Designs is gearing up for significant expansion as it approaches its first year in business.
Founded by Fintan O'Kane with support from the government-backed Go Succeed business support service, the company was established to meet growing demand
17/07/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed a £420,000 carriageway resurfacing project on the A6 Glenshane Road at Curran will get under way on Monday 27 July.
The scheme will cover around 1km of road between the Knockloughrim Link Road and Lurganagoose Road junctions.
Minister Kimmins said:
17/07/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £450,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the B7 Chapel Hill Road in Mayobridge, beginning on Monday 27 July 2026.
The project will cover 1.6 kilometres across two stretches: an urban section from the roundabout to just beyond Chapel Car Park, an
17/07/2026
The Social Democrats have accused the Government of failing to seize an easy opportunity to cut household energy costs by not introducing a national plug‑in solar programme before the Oireachtas summer break.
The party said delays are leaving homes exposed to persistent price pressures while
16/07/2026
The Land Development Agency (LDA) and Dublin City Council (DCC) have lodged a Part 8 planning application for the next stage of the scheme, adding to the 542 homes already under construction in Phase 1.
Together, both phases would deliver 665 dwellings on public land at the former St Teresa's Gard
16/07/2026
A £43 million first phase of new housing at Hannahstown, north of the Glen Road in West Belfast, has begun, with Radius Housing breaking ground on a 140‑home development set to create a new community.
This initial stage forms part of a wider 260‑home masterplan and sits beside an earlie
16/07/2026
PJ Hegarty has named Barry Casey to its Main Board as Construction Director for the Southern Region (Ireland).
Casey joined the company in 1993 and has been central to the delivery of flagship schemes across the commercial, pharmaceutical, life sciences and residential markets. He became Regional D
16/07/2026
Uisce Éireann crews are working to restore water supply to homes, businesses and community facilities in Birr Town and nearby areas following a burst watermain.
The incident has caused interruptions for customers across the town and neighbouring communities. As repairs progress, some customers may
16/07/2026
A new Bobcat S530 skid-steer has been delivered in Limerick and is ready for work.
The 2.8-tonne M-Series model, one of the range’s most popular machines, arrives with a strong specification.
Key features include vertical-lift arm geometry, joystick controls, a rear camera, two-speed travel,
16/07/2026
ANCA has invited the public to have their say on a planning bid that would raise Dublin Airport’s annual passenger cap from 32 million to 40 million, alongside new infrastructure, with draft noise-reduction measures proposed for nearby homes.
The consultation is open until 3 September 2026.
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16/07/2026
Supplies have been reinstated for most customers in Ennis and Shannon following emergency works on two significant bursts, Uisce Éireann has confirmed.
Crews repaired a major break on the main feeding the Ennis Water Treatment Plant, bringing water back to Ennis town and surrounding areas. An alter
16/07/2026
Uisce Éireann is appealing to customers in West Cork and parts of North Cork to use water sparingly, with usage rising during the current warm spell.
The utility said it is closely monitoring the network, managing resources, fixing leaks and introducing targeted actions to safeguard supplies where
16/07/2026
Headlam Group Plc has sold the Cheshire Building in Bulwell, Nottingham, and MCD House in Rochester to a joint venture between Clearbell Capital and Deva Capital, with upgrades planned across both sites.
Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH) advised Headlam on the disposals, which transfer around 140,000 sq
16/07/2026
Home ownership is slipping further from reach for a locked-out generation, Social Democrats TD Rory Hearne has warned, accusing the Government of failing to rein in surging house prices.
Deputy Hearne, the party's housing spokesperson, said: "Figures released today by the Central Statistics Office
15/07/2026
Sligo County Council has formally signed a contract to deliver three housing units at Glenview Park, Ash Lane, Sligo.
McCusker Contracts has been appointed as the contractor for the scheme. The project, designed by the Council’s Housing Capital Section, forms part of ongoing efforts to increase the
15/07/2026
Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport Patrick O’Donovan, and Minister for Climate, Energy and Environment Darragh O'Brien have announced €7.6 million for 11 creative, cultural and artistic climate-action projects under Creative Climate Action Fund III — the initiat
15/07/2026
Repairs are under way on a significant burst to a water main feeding the Ennis Water Treatment Plant, with crews on site.
Customers in Ennis and surrounding areas may experience supply interruptions and low pressure while the complex fix is completed.
To assist affected households and businesses,
15/07/2026
Uisce Éireann will install 1.6km of new water mains in Enniscorthy as part of a programme to improve supply reliability and support future development, following a €16m upgrade at the Vinegar Hill water treatment plant.
The utility said it is beginning further works this week to replace ageing and
15/07/2026
Around 672 customers on the Ballymacarbry Public Water Supply have been told to boil tap water after a deterioration in raw water quality led to elevated turbidity at the Ballymacarbry Upper Water Treatment Plant.
Uisce Éireann has issued a Boil Water Notice, effective 15 July 2026, as a precaution
15/07/2026
Belfast Grand Central Station, delivered by the Farrans Sacyr joint venture, has received further industry recognition at the RICS Northern Ireland Awards.
Commissioned by Translink, the scheme was shortlisted in three categories: Community Benefit, Public Sector and Infrastructure. While Community
15/07/2026
Barriers to the use of plug-in solar panels in Ireland should be removed urgently to help households lower electricity bills, a Fine Gael TD has argued.
Deputy Naoise Ó Muirí, Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Climate, Environment and Energy, said creating legislation for small solar units that
15/07/2026
Night-time pressure reductions and temporary supply interruptions will be in place across parts of the Dungarvan area this week to allow treated-water reservoirs to recover and to safeguard daytime supplies for homes, businesses and essential services.
Customers in Abbeyside, Ballinroad, Clonea, Ca
15/07/2026
A new community allotment scheme has been launched at Riverstown Business Park, Crobally Upper, Tramore, creating a shared space for residents and community groups to grow fresh produce, enjoy nature and develop sustainable gardening skills.
The land has been leased from Waterford City and County C
15/07/2026
Kildare County Council has launched the Climate Innovation Fund 2026, a new grant programme to support pioneering projects that address climate challenges and promote fresh approaches to climate action across the county.
The fund is open to community groups, voluntary organisations, businesses, soc
14/07/2026
Uisce Éireann has begun essential works to replace more than 5km of ageing water mains in Cloonfad, Co Roscommon, to provide a more reliable supply for households and businesses.
The project aims to resolve a pattern of disruptive bursts in recent years, restoring confidence in the local network an
14/07/2026
Waterford City and County Council has presented its Capital Programme 2025–2028 to elected members at today’s Plenary Council meeting (Thursday, 9 July), outlining €679.2 million of planned investment through to the end of 2028. The rolling programme sets out a structured pipeline of schemes at vary
14/07/2026
A new five-year strategy to reverse the decline of pollinators across the island of Ireland has been launched, bringing together communities, farmers, businesses and public bodies to help create a more biodiversity-rich landscape.
The All-Ireland Pollinator Plan 2026–2030 was unveiled at the Nation
14/07/2026
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald TD has condemned a decision permitting the construction of apartments on the grounds of the former Bessboro mother and baby home in Cork, describing it as cruel and shameful.
She urged the Government to intervene immediately by purchasing the site, ordering a thor
14/07/2026
Construction firm FP McCann has been appointed to deliver the Translink Active Travel – Cycle Parking Project, providing secure, modern and accessible bike storage across the public transport network.
The programme will see facilities installed or enhanced at 20 locations, aiming to make it easier
14/07/2026
Sheffield Forgemasters has marked the topping out of its vast new machine shop, celebrating the installation of the final steel roof beam at the 30,000 m2 facility. McLaughlin & Harvey welcomed machine shop teams and development partners to the site, where the structural frame is nearing completion.
14/07/2026
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has completed a £100,000 programme of works at Stiles Community Centre, delivering upgrades to improve accessibility, safety and the overall experience for residents, community groups and visitors.
Beginning in early January 2026, the scheme focused on a comp
14/07/2026
Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns has urged the Taoiseach to state whether the Government will move to compulsorily purchase the Bessborough lands after An Coimisiún Pleanála approved plans for 140 apartments on the former mother and baby home site.
An Coimisiún Pleanála has granted permission f
14/07/2026
GRAHAM has been appointed to YORbuild Major Works 2, a £1.5bn procurement framework aimed at improving communities across Yorkshire, the Humber and adjoining areas.
It is the company's first time on the YORbuild Major Works framework.
Part of the wider YOR framework family alongside YORcivil and
14/07/2026
ABC Community Planning Partnership has published its reviewed Connected Action Plan for 2026-2029, outlining a refreshed programme of actions intended to improve the quality of life for residents across the borough.
The revised plan has been developed following a review led by the Chairs of the Com
10/07/2026
Derry City and Strabane District Council's Planning Committee has approved planning permission for a substantial new Teaching and Student Centre at Ulster University's Magee Campus, marking another significant step in enhancing higher education facilities in the city.
The project includes a new mul
10/07/2026
Site investigation works linked to the Renmore Neighbourhood Park masterplan will take place in Nolan Park, Melody's Field and adjoining public realm areas.
The programme will assess groundwater permeability for potential groundwater control and examine the depth and quality of topsoil across the s
10/07/2026
The Government has approved a new Risk Appetite Statement designed to accelerate the delivery of Ireland's critical infrastructure across the water, energy and transport sectors, as well as projects designated under the Critical Infrastructure Act 2026.
Developed by the Department of Public Expendi
10/07/2026
A programme of remedial conservation and public realm upgrades has begun at Belfast's Grade B1-listed Assembly Rooms, as the city readies itself for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann from 2–9 August.
Vacant since 2000, the 1769 landmark sits at the junction of North Street and Waring Street and was purchas
10/07/2026
John Paul Construction has been named a founding partner of the Sustainability Common Assessment (SCA), a new industry-wide ESG framework intended to simplify compliance and strengthen sustainable procurement across Ireland's construction sector.
Unveiled at Dublin's Aviva Stadium, the SCA was deve
10/07/2026
If you've just had building work done, here's the honest answer: "the builders cleaned up" and "the space is actually ready to use" are two completely different things. Most disappointment with after builders cleaning comes down to not knowing what should be included — so here's what a proper job ac
10/07/2026
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald TD has challenged Taoiseach Micheál Martin in the Dáil over escalating MetroLink costs, cautioning the project could turn into "another National Children’s Hospital" unless the government publishes the true price and sets out a definitive plan for Dublin's historic
10/07/2026
Laois County Council has officially opened the Canal Road Business Park in Portarlington, delivering four fully serviced enterprise sites designed to create new opportunities for businesses across the county.
Set on a six-acre plot formerly part of the Avon Cosmetics site and purchased by the counc
10/07/2026
The Government is "quiet-quitting" climate action, Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman has said, following the Environmental Protection Agency’s latest figures showing emissions fell by 2.2% last year.
O'Gorman said: "The public are rightly concerned that Europe is warming at an alarming rate, and
10/07/2026
On 22 July 2026, Team Tullamore Sustainable Energy Community (SEC) will launch its Solar PV Meitheal, a neighbour-driven initiative to help residents install rooftop solar at lower cost by combining demand.
Supported by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) through the Sustainable Ene
09/07/2026
A year after introducing its strategic growth plan, Coffey has sustained a robust position in a competitive construction market, posting group turnover of €140m in 2025. The outcome reflects a deliberate emphasis on reliable delivery, strong discipline and capability building, despite sector-wide co
09/07/2026
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has welcomed a new partnership with not-for-profit organisation Outscape to develop a refreshed Outdoor Recreation Action Plan for Northern Ireland, supported through DAERA's Environment Fund to advance the Environmental Improvement Plan priority of connecting people with
09/07/2026
Dublin City Council has welcomed Transport Infrastructure Ireland's acquisition of the former Hammerson site on O'Connell Street, describing it as a significant milestone in advancing MetroLink and progressing the 10 'Big Moves' outlined in the Taoiseach's Taskforce Report.
Lord Mayor of Dublin, Da
09/07/2026
Waterford City and County Council has appointed Wain Morehead Architects to lead the design team for extensive energy upgrades at its Civic Offices in Dungarvan, Co Waterford.
Selected following a competitive procurement process, the project is scheduled to begin in summer 2027 and will deliver fu
09/07/2026
Limerick-based waste management firm Mr Binman has secured support through the Government-backed GRAZE (Green Renewable Agricultural Zero Emissions) Vehicle Grant Scheme, enabling further growth of its lower-emission fleet.
Financed by the Department of Climate, Environment and Energy's Climate Act
09/07/2026
Uisce Éireann is pressing ahead with key water network upgrades in Galway city, with a new phase of works starting on Presentation Road this week.
Delivered under Uisce Éireann’s National Leakage Reduction Programme, the project will replace 510 metres of ageing water mains with modern, high-perfor
09/07/2026
EirGrid has unveiled its Group Strategy 2026, outlining a plan to reshape Ireland’s electricity grid so that homes, businesses and communities are powered by secure, clean and affordable energy.
The transmission system operator will continue to run the grid safely and reliably while delivering fut
09/07/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £250,000 carriageway resurfacing project on the A32 Irvinestown Road in Enniskillen, covering the stretch between Cherrymount Roundabout and Hospital Roundabout.
Works are scheduled from Monday 20 July to Friday 24 July 2026.
The programme inclu
09/07/2026
South Dublin County Council (SDCC) has launched the Local Environmental Action Fund (LEAF) in partnership with IPB Insurance, providing €100,000 to support community-led environmental projects.
The initiative was officially unveiled by the Mayor of SDCC, Councillor Francis Timmons, at Rathfarnham
09/07/2026
Wicklow Circuit Court has fined Glenveagh Contracting Limited €125,000 and KDK Scaffolding Limited €65,000 following a fatal work incident on a construction project at Marina Village, Greystones, Co Wicklow.
Judge Sinéad Ní Chúlacháin delivered the penalties.
The case related to the death of Mr G
08/07/2026
The Ministers began at Meenan Square, where they marked the start of construction on a flagship regeneration project backed by £13 million from The Executive Office's Urban Villages Initiative. The scheme will provide new homes, community facilities, commercial space and a renewed public square.
Th
08/07/2026
A £19.5 million investment at Ballinrees Water Treatment Works has been completed, delivering a new treatment building, extra emergency storage and a pumping station to bolster drinking water quality and supply resilience across the north coast and parts of Limavady and L'Derry.
NI Water said the
08/07/2026
The Braidwater Group has been named a finalist in two categories at the 2026 Northern Ireland Construction Awards, earning recognition across both residential development and major infrastructure.
Regarded as one of the sector's leading annual showcases, the awards celebrate excellence, innovation
08/07/2026
EirGrid has allocated €567,643.22 to community groups and not-for-profit organisations located near the North Connacht 110kV project through its Community Benefit Fund.
The awards coincide with the start of construction on the critical grid scheme and will support 34 initiatives across Co Mayo and
08/07/2026
Uisce Éireann says its county-wide Reservoir Cleaning Programme is gathering pace, delivering works designed to safeguard safe, clean drinking water and improve the resilience of the network. The plan covers 30 treated reservoirs of different sizes, from large strategic assets to smaller local tanks
08/07/2026
A routine Principal Inspection of the Foyle Bridge will begin on Tuesday 14 July 2026.
Inspectors will carry out a close examination of all accessible parts of the structure to confirm its ongoing safety, functionality and durability.
To protect the inspection team and road users, temporary traffi
08/07/2026
McAleer & Rushe, Greystar and Student Roost have marked the structural completion of The Triangle, an 836-bed purpose-built student accommodation scheme in Selly Oak, Birmingham.
A topping-out ceremony on Wednesday 24 June brought together project stakeholders, the design team and supply chain part
08/07/2026
GRAHAM has renewed its partnership with SistersIN for a second consecutive year, strengthening efforts to open leadership pathways for young women in Northern Ireland and to raise awareness of careers in construction and the built environment.
Launched in 2022, SistersIN is a leadership development
08/07/2026
ESB Networks has completed a significant capacity expansion at the Woodford 38 kV Station on the outskirts of Killarney, Co Kerry, following the successful energisation of the second of two new 18.75 MVA transformers.
With both units now commissioned, the station has been uprated from two 10 MVA tr
08/07/2026
Alliance South Down MLA Andrew McMurray has welcomed the establishment of a new Strategic Group for the Mourne Mountains by DAERA Minister Andrew Muir.
The new group, chaired by Minister Muir, will bring together representatives from a range of Executive departments and arms-length bodies, alongsid
07/07/2026
A £1.5 million major resurfacing scheme on the M2 Motorway will begin on Friday 17 July 2026. The project focuses on the northbound carriageway between Junction 4 Sandyknowes and Junction 5 Templepatrick and is scheduled for completion by Monday 27 July 2026, subject to favourable weather.
To prote
07/07/2026
NI Water has finished constructing a modern pumping station to serve a growing local population and enhance environmental safeguards for the River Faughan.
The project, valued at more than £1 million, takes the place of an outdated station located behind a residential property which was nearing the
07/07/2026
McHale Plant Sales Ltd. is pleased to announce that, by agreement with Blue Equipment Ireland and Fuchs A Terex Brand, it has assumed responsibility for the distribution of Fuchs material handling equipment across Ireland.
As part of the transition, the existing Blue Ireland team responsible for th
07/07/2026
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has welcomed the awarding of the construction contract for the Ruminant Emissions Research Facility (RERF) at the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute's Hillsborough site.
The Department is investing £8 million in the project, described as a major step in Northern Ireland'
07/07/2026
Farrans has congratulated colleagues Pete Jess and Stefan McParland on passing the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Assessment of Professional Competence (APC), earning Chartered Surveyor status.
The achievement marks a major milestone in their surveying careers and reflects the dedi
07/07/2026
A total of 156 community groups and clubs across County Clare will share €181,061.31 in funding under the Local Enhancement Programme (LEP) 2026.
The scheme is administered locally by the Clare Local Community Development Committee (LCDC), with support from Clare County Council.
The grants will he
07/07/2026
The Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough, joined by local elected representatives, has toured the F.E. McWilliam Gallery & Studio to witness progress on its major extension.
The visit highlighted the scale of the redevelopment, its expected benefits for the wider community, an
07/07/2026
GRAHAM has delivered another strong year of financial and operational progress, reporting higher revenue, profitability and cash generation alongside a string of significant project wins and framework appointments across its key markets.
For the year to 31 March 2026, Group revenue rose to £1.23bn
07/07/2026
John Paul Construction has received approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term and long-term net zero goals, confirming they align with the Paris Agreement objective to limit global warming to 1.5C and mapping a pathway to net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its
07/07/2026
The Mayor of Cork County, Cllr Bernard Moynihan, welcomed the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, to Clós an tSuláin in Macroom to view progress on a specialised housing scheme being developed with Tuath Housing Association and Anvers Housing in partnership with Cork C
06/07/2026
Dublin City Council (DCC) has launched a procurement competition for the first call-off under its Home Building Programme, following strong market engagement. The process covers 647 new social and affordable homes to be delivered on Council-owned land, contributing to the Government's national housi
06/07/2026
Uisce Éireann has broken ground on a €16 million modernisation of the Rossadrehid Water Treatment Plant in west Tipperary, aiming to deliver a safer, more dependable water supply across the Galtee region.
The utility said construction has commenced on the latest phase of its investment programme in
06/07/2026
The Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment has published 'A Living Land', the concluding report for phase 2 of the National Land Use Review, meeting a commitment in the Programme for Government 2025: 'Securing Ireland's Future' to "complete the second phase of the Land Use Review, which a
06/07/2026
During a visit to Tyndall National Institute at University College Cork (UCC) to mark the start of Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union, Taoiseach Micheál Martin and the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD, confirmed a ma
06/07/2026
Elliott Group has promoted Laura McCooey to Environmental & Quality Director, recognising her leadership through a period of significant progress on environmental, quality and sustainability performance.
She also becomes the company's first female Director, reflecting an organisation that rewards l
06/07/2026
The Land Development Agency (LDA) and Limerick City and County Council (LCCC) have begun construction of 183 affordable and social homes in Mungret, Co Limerick, as part of the Mungret Park View scheme.
Following a competitive tender, Galway-based Coolsivna Construction Group has been selected to d
06/07/2026
EirGrids preliminary data for June indicate the highest share of solar on Ireland's power system to date, up from 7.8% in May and 5.3% in June 2025.
Wind remained the dominant renewable source, contributing 30.7% of the overall fuel mix and generating 821 GWh across the month.
Gas-fired generation
06/07/2026
GRAHAM has been re-awarded the Investors in Diversity Leaders Gold accreditation, the programme's highest level, reaffirming its position as one of the UK's most inclusive employers.
The company is also currently placed within the top two organisations in the National Centre for Diversity's Top 10
06/07/2026
Uisce Éireann will replace 600 metres of ageing water mains on Butchers Row and Blind Gate from next week to improve supply reliability in Kinsale, with completion targeted for late August and traffic management in place throughout the works.
Uisce Éireann said the project will strengthen the local
06/07/2026
Sinn Féin has called for urgent measures to protect local manufacturers following the introduction of new steel tariffs, warning that continued uncertainty could affect jobs and investment across the sector.
Mid Ulster MP Cathal Mallaghan raised concerns over the potential impact of the changes on
03/07/2026
Belfast Harbour has become the first marina in the UK to deploy an Aquapod, an innovative system designed to capture and remove floating material directly at the waterline. The technology, which collects litter, natural debris and microplastics, is now operating in the heart of Belfast Harbour Marin
03/07/2026
Ireland's commercial property investment market has recorded its strongest first half since the upward interest rate cycle commenced in 2022. Transaction volumes reached €1.4 billion during the first six months of 2026, according to the latest Savills Ireland Investment Market Overview.
Investment
03/07/2026
Leading renewable energy company Solmatix has welcomed two major policy developments it says signal a decisive move towards a cleaner, more resilient and more affordable electricity system in Northern Ireland.
The Renewable Electricity Generation Bill has been introduced to the Northern Ireland Ass
03/07/2026
SSE, a long-term investor and operator of electricity infrastructure across Ireland and Europe, said the role presents a chance to prioritise the energy agenda and convert ambition into delivery on the ground.
Barry O'Regan, CFO, SSE, said: "Europe is at a critical point in its energy transition. T
03/07/2026
Clare County Council has submitted the initial Kilrush to Kilkee stretch of the West Clare Railway Greenway for development consent, marking a significant milestone and initiating land acquisition for the route.
The scheme proposes to follow, where feasible, the alignment of the former West Clare R
03/07/2026
Uisce Éireann is set to commence significant water mains upgrades in Letterkenny to expand capacity, strengthen the reliability of local supplies and facilitate housing development in the area.
The scheme includes laying over 800 metres of new water mains on Leck Road, along the L1114 between the N
03/07/2026
Access International is pleased to announce the launch of its brand-new website, www.accessinternational.uk, providing customers across the UK and beyond with an enhanced online platform to explore its extensive range of access equipment, scaffolding systems, plant, lifting equipment, event solution
03/07/2026
A new permanent interpretive centre honouring the life and impact of Dr Brendan O'Regan has officially opened at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park.
Bringing together archive material, curated interpretation and a dedicated exhibition space, the Dr Brendan O'Regan Centre highlights his wide-ranging influe
03/07/2026
On 2 July 2026, Minister of State Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran, who has responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW), announced the completion of the €3.8 million River Wad – Phase 1B Flood Relief Scheme.
Delivered in partnership by the OPW and Dublin City Council (DCC), the project safeguards prope
03/07/2026
A major new analysis by the Wastewater Infrastructure Group (WIG) warns that constraints in Northern Ireland's wastewater network are now a significant drag on housing delivery, investment, regeneration and long-term economic growth.
The report, Wastewater Constraints and the Cost of Delay in North
02/07/2026
McAleer & Rushe has reached structural completion at The Printworks, a landmark purpose-built student accommodation development for High Road West (Tottenham) Limited at 807 and 819–829 Tottenham High Road, London N17.
The milestone was celebrated with a topping out ceremony attended by representat
02/07/2026
Down High School’s £53 million campus in Downpatrick has been formally opened, concluding a construction programme completed in June 2025. The new facility has been in daily use by 950 pupils since August 2025 and was officially unveiled on 26 June 2026.
The ceremony on Strangford Road was led by t
02/07/2026
To mark Women in Engineering Day, Phoenix Energy welcomed prospective engineers for a behind-the-scenes experience of life in the industry across its workplace and an active connection site.
Engineers Heather and Deborah led a Q&A, outlining their career paths, offering open reflections on their ex
02/07/2026
Workplus, working with NIE Networks, has opened two major early talent surveys this summer — Apprentice Pulse and Employer Pulse — to strengthen the evidence base around apprenticeships, early careers and workforce development in Northern Ireland.
Findings from the research will be unveiled at the
02/07/2026
RenewableNI welcomed the step, describing it as a significant moment in delivering the REPG. The Bill establishes the legislative foundation for the scheme, regarded as crucial to boosting home-grown renewable electricity and providing long-term price stability for consumers and investors.
Followin
02/07/2026
Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien, together with Ministers of State Seán Canney and Jerry Buttimer, has announced €40 million in additional Department of Transport funding to repair regional and local roads damaged by Storm Chandra earlier this year.
A review carried out in March 2026 identifi
02/07/2026
Traffic restrictions will be in place on the Ormeau Road, Belfast, as NI Water installs a new sewer connection to support a forthcoming development.
NI Water will carry out the works between Raby Street and St Judes Parade from Saturday 4 July to Thursday 9 July 2026.
From 7am on Saturday 4 July u
02/07/2026
John Paul Construction brought colleagues and their families together in June for a Family Fun Day at Dublin Zoo, focusing on connection, laughter and adventure beyond the workplace.
The company said the gathering aimed to nurture a strong, supportive community and to recognise the value of spendi
02/07/2026
EirGrid is urging communities and stakeholders in Kildare and South-West Dublin to share their views before the public consultation on a key grid upgrade closes on Friday 10 July.
The Kildare Dublin Grid Reinforcement will upgrade energy infrastructure in this rapidly growing region.
With the exis
02/07/2026
Social Democrats' Jennifer Whitmore says the legislation is being rushed, lacks promised guarantees on a State-led LNG terminal and overlooks cleaner alternatives.
Government plans to establish a Strategic Emergency Gas Reserve have been sharply criticised by the Social Democrats, who argue the Bil
01/07/2026
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, has approved €350 million from the Social Housing Investment Programme to deliver 647 new social homes across five Dublin locations in Ballymun, Finglas, Whitehall and Ballybough.
The move underscores the Government's continu
01/07/2026
Belfast Metropolitan College has teamed up with Port Training Services (PTS) and Belfast Harbour to launch Northern Ireland's first Level 2 Port Operations Apprenticeship Framework.
Funded by the Department for the Economy, the scheme is intended to build skills across the region's expanding mariti
01/07/2026
Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment Darragh O'Brien has highlighted rapid advances in integrating large-scale electricity storage into Ireland's grid, telling the Energy Storage Ireland conference in Dublin that deployment has accelerated in recent years.
He said industry and Electrici
01/07/2026
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has introduced the Renewable Electricity Generation Bill, marking a significant step towards increasing locally produced renewable energy and improving long-term price stability for households and businesses.
The legislation will provide the legal foundation fo
01/07/2026
Uisce Éireann is set to begin a significant upgrade to the water mains south of Cavan town to create capacity for new housing over the coming years.
The project will see more than 1.8km of new mains laid along the Ballinagh Road (N55), running from the N55 roundabout at Corlurgan to the junction wi
01/07/2026
McHale Plant Sales Ltd. is pleased to announce that, by agreement with Blue Equipment Ireland and Fuchs A Terex Brand, it has assumed responsibility for the distribution of Fuchs material handling equipment across Ireland.
As part of the transition, the existing Blue Ireland team responsible for th
01/07/2026
Farrans has achieved Level 3 — the highest band — in Business in the Community Northern Ireland’s Take 5 Steps to Wellbeing Workplace Accreditation, delivered in partnership with Belfast Health and Social Care Trust.
The recognition underscores the company's commitment to creating a workplace where
01/07/2026
Radius Housing has started work on a new social housing development at Drumgullion in Newry, bringing 21 high-quality homes to help meet rising demand in the area.
The scheme will offer a range of family homes, including properties designed for wheelchair users, to support diverse needs across the
01/07/2026
DCC Energy has appointed Rogerio Lopes as Managing Director for Great Britain, strengthening its push to become the nation's leading multi‑energy partner.
Lopes brings more than 25 years of international leadership experience spanning the energy, industrial and consumer goods sectors. He has
01/07/2026
The Construction Employers Federation (CEF) has published its manifesto, Delivery, not Delay, for the 2027 Northern Ireland Assembly election, calling for a decisive shift in delivery from the next Executive to confront mounting infrastructure, housing and fiscal challenges. The document was release
