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CONSTRUCTION DIRECTORY
Ireland Construction News Archive for September 2024
30/09/2024
CITB NI has introduced a new standard for plant operator training, supervision, and maintenance. This groundbreaking initiative aims to elevate skill levels and professionalism within the local construction industry. The newly published standard outlines the minimum recommended knowledge and unders
30/09/2024
Uisce Éireann is to start work on the €17 million Avoca Wastewater Treatment Plant that will deliver critical upgrades to the wastewater infrastructure in Avoca, Co. Wicklow. Working in partnership with Wicklow County Council, Uisce Éireann is committed to ending the unacceptable practice of untre
30/09/2024
A groundbreaking ceremony was held at St. John's Community Hospital in Enniscorthy to mark the start of construction on the Activity Garden project. When completed, the garden will feature hedgerows, planting, and an amphitheater-style area, providing a multi-functional space for gatherings, health
30/09/2024
Gas Networks Ireland has announced the opening of a new Bio Compressed Natural Gas (BioCNG) refueling station at Junction 14 on the M7 motorway. This marks a significant step towards decarbonising Ireland's commercial transport sector, which accounts for up to 20% of the country's transport emission
30/09/2024
The first-ever wind energy job and education fair for post-primary students in County Wexford and Arklow was a resounding success. Sponsored by SSE Renewables and organized by Wind Energy Ireland, County Wexford Chamber of Commerce, and Senator Malcolm Byrne, the event attracted over 480 students fr
30/09/2024
Meadow Lane and Portmore Street in Portadown are set to fully reopen by the end of September. As soon as it is reopened work will begin on the fourth major connection, located near Meadow Lane East Car Park, as part of NI Water's £7.8 million wastewater improvement project for the region. NI Water
30/09/2024
Sinn Féin has finally acknowledged that banks have "concerns" regarding their housing plan. Public Expenditure Minister Paschal Donohoe urged the Opposition party today to clarify the specific issues with their housing proposals. Speaking on RTÉ Radio One's This Week, SF leader Mary Lou McDonald a
30/09/2024
Sinn Féin's housing spokesperson, Eoin Ó Broin, has said that reducing homelessness will only be possible with a change in government. His remarks follow the release of the Department of Housing's latest report, which revealed a rise in homelessness across all categories for the month of August. Th
27/09/2024
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has initiated a two-week quarry safety inspection campaign to focus on machinery operation, guarding, and maintenance activities. HSA inspectors will be conducting thorough inspections of quarries and associated manufacturing premises to identify and address ke
27/09/2024
The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has announced funding of over €1 million to support and improve walking trails nationwide. A total of 203 community groups will receive grants ranging from €1,500 to €35,000 to enhance and develop their local trails. The fundin
27/09/2024
A new environmental initiative, Tóchar, is inviting local individuals and groups to participate in wetland restoration efforts. The three-year project, co-funded by the government and the European Union, aims to bring communities together to restore and preserve valuable wetland ecosystems. Named a
27/09/2024
The Irish government has announced plans to significantly increase grant limits and income thresholds for the Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and People with a Disability Scheme. Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage Darragh O'Brien TD, Minister of State for Local Governmen
27/09/2024
Vodafone Ireland has announced a new Corporate Power Purchasing Agreement (CPPA) with energy supplier Flogas, along with its infrastructure partner Vantage Towers. This agreement allows Vodafone to directly purchase renewable electricity from the Derrynadivva Wind Farm located in Mayo. Vodafone is
27/09/2024
Work is almost complete the €50 million project to upgrade the wastewater infrastructure for Ramelton, Milford and Rathmullan. In early 2025 Uisce Éireann will have put an end to the discharge of raw sewage into the Leannan Estuary, Lough Swilly and Maggie's Burn. The works safeguard the environm
27/09/2024
Galway City Council has announced that improvement works on High Street will begin next week as part of street rehabilitation and drainage works in the pedestrian area. The work will remove uneven surfaces and surface water ponding, progressing a much-needed upgrade in one of the busiest streets in
27/09/2024
Sinn Féin has hit out out at the Minister for Agriculture for refusing to extend the slrry-spreading deadline. The party's spokesperson for Agriculture and Rural Development, Martin Kenny TD, expressed his disappointment at the Minister's comments in the Dáil. Deputy Kenny said: "During the debate
26/09/2024
Mountpark, a leading European logistics developer, has commenced construction on the first phase of its Grange Castle West development in South Dublin. This €325+ million project marks the company's second major logistics investment in Ireland in recent years. Located just two kilometers from Mount
26/09/2024
Belfast City Council has made a significant stride towards a net-zero future by launching its inaugural Local Area Energy Plan (LAEP). This comprehensive roadmap, a first for Northern Ireland, outlines a strategic approach to transitioning the city to a resilient, low-carbon economy. Developed thro
26/09/2024
Dublin City Council (DCC) and Tuath Housing today officially opened De Verdon Place, a major new housing development that marks a significant milestone in the city’s efforts to address the housing crisis. This project is one of the largest public housing developments in Ireland and will provide affo
26/09/2024
SSE Renewables and Greencoat Renewables have announced the opening of the 2024 Galway Wind Park Scholarship Fund. The wind-powered fund provides critical financial support for students across various fields of study. Now in its sixth year, it rewards approximately €50,000 annually and is avai
26/09/2024
A new government initiative has been launched to foster innovation and productivity among businesses in Northern Ireland. The £11 million Cluster Acceleration Programme aims to create "priority clusters" across the region, providing financial support to groups of small and medium-sized enterprises (
26/09/2024
Ministers have gathered at Climate Week NYC to reaffirm their commitment to urgent climate action and a just transition to net zero. Northern Ireland's Minister for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, Andrew Muir, has travelled to New York alongside Gillian Martin Acting Cabinet Secretary f
25/09/2024
Sisk, in partnership with a consortium of top low-carbon industry specialists, has announced the successful acquisition of £500,000 from Innovate UK. The funding, part of the Contracts for Innovation: Decarbonising Concrete competition, will support the development of a groundbreaking scalable low
25/09/2024
Uisce Éireann is actively working to enhance water quality for residents and businesses in Cork City through a scheduled program of intensive flushing operations. The flushing efforts are part of Uisce Éireann's broader network improvement strategy aimed at resolving water discolouration issues. P
25/09/2024
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) has announced a €6.44 million ($7.16 million) investment in its beverage production hub in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. The company plans to electrify its heating systems by installing advanced heat pump technology and implementing various energy-saving measures. Once complete,
25/09/2024
Marama Labs, a life-sciences instrumentation startup, has secured €280,000 in funding from Enterprise Ireland to expand its operations in Ireland. This investment is part of Enterprise Ireland's High Potential Start-Up (HPSU) program and contributes to the company’s €2 million seed-plus round for Q4
25/09/2024
The Government has praised the National Economic and Social Council (NESC) report titled 'Boosting Ireland's Housing Supply: Modern Methods of Construction' (MMC). The report highlights Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), which involves the offsite manufacturing of buildings and their components,
25/09/2024
Galway Council has allocated €560,242 in funding to support 19 community groups in implementing climate action projects. Provided by the Department of Environment, Climate, and Communications through the Community Climate Action Fund, this funding aims to help communities transition to low-carbon,
24/09/2024
Meitheal Architects has announced that work has started on site to deliver over 50 apartments and two double-height commercial units in Malahide, Dublin. The project, which will form part of the expanding Northern Cross Town Centre, will feature two double-height commercial units and 53 high-quali
24/09/2024
Uisce Éireann is investing €1.6 million in upgrades at the Lee Road Treatment Plant to enhance both the treatment of incoming source water and the treated water before it leaves the facility. While the plant already meets international and national water treatment standards, this additional invest
24/09/2024
Construction work is to start on a new £227,000 footway in Castlereagh. The work on Church Road is planned to commence on Monday, 30 September. Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd said: "The scheme will provide 465 metres of new footway along the eastern side of Church Road and will link the exist
24/09/2024
An additional £2.5m funding package has been announced for the NI Sustainable Energy Programme (NISEP). NISEP is a series of energy efficiency schemes with 80% of funding targeted at low-income households delivered by the Energy Saving Trust on behalf of the Utility Regulator. This additional £2.5m
24/09/2024
NIE Networks has been awarded the prestigious Investors in People Platinum accreditation, a distinction held by only 3% of certified organisations in Northern Ireland. Investors in People sets the benchmark for excellence in people management, outlining the standards required to lead, support, and
24/09/2024
Work has started on a £800,000 active travel scheme on the A29 Ring Road, Coleraine. The improvement scheme includes the provision of a shared footway/cycleway for a distance of approximately 500 metres along the A29 Ring Road between the Portrush Road Roundabout and Cromore Road. This scheme, whic
23/09/2024
Women in Property, the UK-wide professional organisation dedicated to supporting women in the property and construction sectors, marked its successful return to Northern Ireland with a networking event held at the Merchant Hotel in association with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Northe
23/09/2024
McLaughlin & Harvey has scooped the Inspiring Women – Company of the Year award at the 2024 CN, GE & NCE Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering Awards. The winners were crowned in front of the industry on Tuesday 17 September at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. The awards, which celebra
23/09/2024
Alliance Housing Spokesperson, Kellie Armstrong MLA, has urged the Department for Communities (DFC) and the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) to adequately fund and evaluate the ‘Housing for All’ Shared Housing Programme. She emphasized the need to ensure the initiative meets its goals, high
23/09/2024
Construction of the new health and care centre in Lisnaskea, Co Fermanagh, is set to commence within weeks. Once operational, the new hub will support a network of 16 GPs and provide services to around 30,000 people in the Lisnaskea and surrounding East Fermanagh area. NI Health Minister Mike Nesb
23/09/2024
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has welcomed the Irish Government's announcement that 48 sports clubs across Northern Ireland can now apply for funding to install electric vehicle charging points. The €15 million initiative, supported by the Irish Government's Shared Island Initiative and ZEVI
23/09/2024
Sinn Féin has said that without a ban on rent increases the renters tax credit will go straight into landlords' pockets. The party's spokesperson on Housing, Eoin Ó Broin TD, made the comment in response to news that the government intends to increase the renters tax credit to €1000. Teachta Ó Bro
20/09/2024
GRAHAM has commenced work on a groundbreaking new student accommodation development on Dublin Road in Belfast. The £46 million project, commissioned by Queen's University Belfast, will be the city's first-ever Passivhaus-certified student housing. The 459-bed development will set a new standard for
20/09/2024
An additional €5 million has been announced for Construct Innovate, Ireland's national research centre for construction technology and innovation. Announced by Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Peter Burke, the funding is to enable a new programme of housing-focused research at the Cen
20/09/2024
Trea Crozier, Commercial Framework Manager at Farrans, has been recognised as an Inspirational Leader in the Contractor Category at the 2024 CN, GE & NCE Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering awards. The judges praised Crozier for her role as a role model and innovator who is making a signi
20/09/2024
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O'Brien TD, has received government approval for the priority drafting of the Apartment and Duplex Defects Remediation Bill 2024. The Bill will support the remediation of apartments and duplexes with relevant fire safety, structural s
20/09/2024
The Finance Minister, Dr Caoimhe Archibald, has urged the British Government to end the current pause on the Causeway Coast and Glens and Mid South West Growth Deals. Following a meeting with UK government officials on Wednesday, Dr Archibald emphasized the vital role these deals play in driving ec
20/09/2024
A new £3.2 million programme of resurfacing works for the Sydenham Bypass in Belfast will get underway on Wednesday, 25 September. The work along the citybound lanes, between Tillysburn junction and the start of the M3, is scheduled to be completed over five months with the majority of the work exp
19/09/2024
The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage has announced a significant increase in residential construction starts in Ireland. According to the monthly data released for August 2024, there were 2,264 homes commenced in that month alone. This represents a 76% increase compared to the s
19/09/2024
The construction industry in Northern Ireland is experiencing a positive outlook, according to a new report by Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB UK). The restoration of devolved government and the focus on economic growth have created a favourable environment for construction activity. The report, Constru
19/09/2024
IG Masonry Support has played a crucial role in creating the striking exterior of the new NYX Hotel in Portobello, Dublin. The €40 million boutique hotel, designed by John Fleming Architects, features a distinctive façade of brick, stone, and metal that complements the local Georgian architecture.
19/09/2024
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons MLA has announced a transformational Public Realm Scheme in Strabane Town Centre, worth almost £7 million. The scheme, which is being funded in partnership with Derry City and Strabane District Council (DCSDC), aims to re-imagine and rejuvenate the town centre thro
19/09/2024
A new £290 million L'Derry and Strabane Region City Deal has been welcomed as a "significant milestone in bringing transformative changes and benefits to the region". While welcoming the signing of the new deal, the First Minister, deputy First Minister and Finance Minister reiterated their calls f
19/09/2024
The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and Coillte have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen their partnership and collaboration in nature conservation. The MOU outlines a framework for joint efforts to protect, enhance, and restore important ecosystems across Ireland. P
18/09/2024
Groundforce equipment has played a crucial role in the construction of a new extension to University Hospital, Limerick, in Ireland. The new 9,800m2 acute ward, is built over the existing emergency department and dialysis unit and consists of 96 ensuite single rooms over four floors. As part of th
18/09/2024
Belfast City Council has announced the official opening of a new EU PEACE IV-funded shared community building, as part of events to mark Good Relations Week 2024. Over 30 metres of peace wall was removed to make way for the £7 million Black Mountain Shared Space at the former Finlay’s factory site
18/09/2024
SSE has invested almost £1.5 million to provide scholarship funding from its wind farms to students attending Third Level education in Northern Ireland. The figures has been revealed in SSE Renewables latest Northern Ireland Community Investment Review for the financial year 2023-24. The review d
18/09/2024
Omagh-based Adman Group, a prominent provider of specialist civil engineering services, has introduced a groundbreaking ownership model designed to ensure employees share in the company's future success. The company has joined a growing number of Northern Irish businesses by setting up an Employee
18/09/2024
Uisce Éireann has replaced a 2km stretch of water mains along the western shore of Mulroy Bay that was frequently experiencing bursts. The upgrade, completed between Coole Upper and Cranford as part of Uisce Éireann's national Leakage Reduction Programme, will provide a more stable and dependable
18/09/2024
Andy Allen MBE, East Belfast MLA for the Ulster Unionist Party, has expressed serious concern over the news that Harland and Wolff is entering administration for the second time in five years. Mr. Allen said: "It wasn’t that long ago that I stood on the picket lines with the dedicated workforce of
18/09/2024
MDE has played a crucial role in advancing Ireland's carbon reduction and renewable energy goals through its involvement in the National Smart Metering Programme. Collaborating with three other contractors, MDE has contributed to the installation of nearly 2 million smart meters across homes, farm
18/09/2024
The Department for Infrastructure has announced a programme of essential maintenance works on the A2 carriageway at Tillysburn. An overnight road closure will be in place in both directions for essential maintenance works from 11pm on Saturday 21 September to 6am on Sunday 22 September. Diversion
17/09/2024
Rural Irish communities have benefitted from more than €12 million in investment from SSE Renewables. The leading renewable energy generator is celebrating 20 years of providing community funding support in Ireland. SSE Renewables, which owns 582 MW of operational onshore wind capacity in the Repu
17/09/2024
ESB has welcomed a total of 107 graduates from Irish and international third-level institutions, spanning the fields of engineering, IT, HR, commercial, marketing and finance, to their tailored development programme. The programme offers each graduate the opportunity to gain experience by working o
17/09/2024
Belfast Harbour is hosting the city's first ever European Space Agency (ESA) Port Decarbonisation and Environmental Sustainability Workshop, hoping to provide a launchpad for a programme of "space age ideas". The one-day event, hosted jointly by Belfast Harbour, ESA's Business Applications and Spac
17/09/2024
Griffiths Farrans Joint Venture has reached a major safety achievement at its Public Transport Interchange project at Bristol Airport. To commemorate 100,000 hours worked on-site without a single lost time incident, the airport's executive team, including CEO Dave Lees, joined the project team.
17/09/2024
The announcement by Metso that it is to continue its investment in digitalisation with the opening of a Digital Design and Development Studio in Krakow, Poland is one that promises future benefit for all Metso owners, according to their distributor in UK and Ireland, McHale Plant Sales. Building on
17/09/2024
Engineers Ireland has urged women and female students to consider engineering as a profession to meet growing needs of the sector in Ireland and address predicted skills shortages. The engineering sector employs more than 60,000 people in Ireland and research conducted by Engineers Ireland – the na
17/09/2024
SDLP Leader of the Opposition, Matthew O’Toole, expressed his bewilderment at the failure of government ministers to discuss Casement Park during a recent meeting with the Chancellor. On Monday, during a session in the Assembly, O'Toole questioned the Finance Minister on whether the issue of Caseme
17/09/2024
Sinn Féin's Housing spokesperson, Eoin Ó Broin TD, has called for the Celtic Tiger-era building defects redress scheme to be managed as a comprehensive, end-to-end solution by the Pyrite Resolution Board, rather than as a grant program distributed to owners' management companies. His remarks come a
16/09/2024
NI construction firm GRAHAM has begun building work on the Jenners building on Princes Street, Edinburgh. The development encompasses 17,500 square metres across ten floors. The plans include the restoration of Jenners and will feature its iconic atrium. The upper floors will house a new 90-room bo
16/09/2024
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has welcomed the progress in the ongoing development of the Belfast Tidal Flood Alleviation Scheme, which aims to provide a long-term approach to tidal flood risk management for the city and help protect against the flood risk dangers presented by climate change.
16/09/2024
Homes and businesses in the villages of Cross and The Neale are being urged to connect to newly commissioned wastewater networks. Uisce Éireann has completed work on two local wastewater plants and are now accepting connections to the network. Uisce Éireann’s Ronan McDonnell explained the benefi
16/09/2024
National electricity grid operator, EirGrid, has announced the award of €153,450 to community groups and not-for-profit organisations in Laois and Kilkenny in Phase 2 of its Community Benefit Fund initiative. Coming in conjunction with the upgrade and reinforcement of the local electricity grid, th
16/09/2024
Northern Ireland's Farrans Construction has won the Diversity and Inclusion award at this year's Northumbrian Water's GEM awards. "Everyone is welcome at Farrans", is the approach to diversity and inclusivity that the construction firm have built and work to maintain every day within the organisati
16/09/2024
Alliance Lagan Valley MLA David Honeyford has said the decision by the UK Government not to fund the development of Casement Park in time for Euro 2028 is incredibly disappointing. The announcement was made in a joint letter from NI Secretary Hilary Benn and Sports Minister Lisa Nandy to Communitie
16/09/2024
ESB has upgraded its existing High-Power Charging Hub in Portlaoise Plaza. The hub now has four 200kW High-Power chargers which can charge eight EVs simultaneously, providing 100km of charge in as little as six minutes. Situated just off the M7, these chargers ensure easy access while eliminatin
16/09/2024
The Department for Infrastructure has announced a programme of essential health and safety works at Portaferry and Strangford slipways used by Strangford Lough Ferry Service. The works will commence on Monday 14 October 2024 and last for five weeks. During this time, and to ensure the safety of cus
13/09/2024
A new EU-funded cross-border greenway across the North West was officially opened today. The €34m North West Greenway Network was supported by the European Union's INTERREG VA Programme, managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), and delivered by Derry City and Strabane District Council (DC
13/09/2024
Construction work has commenced on the £375 million Strule Shared Education Campus in Omagh. Education Minister Paul Givan attended special celebration event with local schools from the Omagh area as well as wider education, community and political representatives. The Minister listened to addresse
13/09/2024
Work is to begin on a £550,000 carriageway resurfacing project in Kilkeel. The work on A2 Newcastle Street/Newcastle Road is to start on Monday, 16 September. The resurfacing scheme will involve the asphalt resurfacing of a 1.4 kilometre stretch of the Newcastle Street Road from a point 120 metres
13/09/2024
NI Water is scheduled to lower the water level at Stoneyford Reservoir on Tuesday, 17 September 2024, to facilitate an inspection. Located on the Stoneyford River, around 6km north/northwest of Lisburn, the reservoir was once a source of water for Belfast through the Forked Bridge Water Treatment
13/09/2024
Sinn Féin's Housing spokesperson, Eoin Ó Broin TD, has urged the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) to strengthen enforcement of rent caps within Rent Pressure Zones. His appeal follows recent research from the RTB and ESRI, revealing that over a third of renters in these zones experienced rent hik
13/09/2024
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is inviting residents of Donagh and Rosslea to provide feedback on the future development of play facilities in their communities. Locals can share their opinions at drop-in sessions held at Donagh Millennium Hall and Rosslea Cross Community Playgroup or throug
13/09/2024
The Infrastructure Minister recently visited Newry to engage with local business leaders and discuss various infrastructure priorities for the wider Newry region. Topics of discussion included the Newry Flood Alleviation Scheme, upgrades to the water and sewerage systems, improvements to the road
13/09/2024
During a visit to ESB's headquarters in Dublin, European Investment Bank Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris praised the collaboration between the EIB and ESB, highlighting the critical role of investments in creating a smarter and more efficient energy system. He commended the progress of Ireland's N
12/09/2024
Lisburn-based engineering firm CASC has secured contracts exceeding £10 million with some of the world's leading offshore renewable energy companies. The contracts will see the company provide a range of products and services on pre-assembly sites and manufacturing facilities in the UK, EU, USA and
12/09/2024
Minister for Housing, Heritage, and Local Government, Darragh O’Brien, has announced an additional €100 million in government funding for the First Home Scheme. The scheme, designed to assist first-time buyers in closing the gap between their mortgage, deposit, and the cost of a new home, has seen
12/09/2024
NI Water has announced the launch of a Professional Services Framework worth up to £800 million to support the planning and execution of its Capital Works Programme. This framework will drive the sustainable development of essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Northern Irelan
12/09/2024
Eli Lilly and Company has revealed a $1 billion expansion at its Limerick, Ireland manufacturing site to boost production of biologic ingredients for its Alzheimer's treatments. Additionally, the company has introduced an $800 million expansion at its Kinsale, Ireland facility, which started produci
12/09/2024
SDLP MPs voted have voted against proposed reductions to Winter Fuel Payments for pensioners in the House of Commons. Addressing the issue from Westminster, MP Claire Hanna expressed her concerns. She said: "Reducing Winter Fuel Payments poses a serious threat of driving pensioners into fuel pover
12/09/2024
Sinn Féin's Agriculture and Rural Development spokesperson, Martin Kenny TD, has urged the Minister to extend the slurry spreading deadline. Unstable weather conditions have disrupted both fodder harvesting and slurry spreading, leaving farmers struggling to clear their tanks and prepare for winter
12/09/2024
Customers of Uisce Éireann in Corofin, Co. Clare, have officially been removed from the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) list of vulnerable water sources. Following a significant investment by Uisce Éireann in upgrading the Corofin Water Treatment Plant, improved treatment facilities now ens
12/09/2024
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11/09/2024
FP McCann has completed the construction of a new retaining wall and in-river works in Kesh, enabling the reopening of a footbridge that had been closed following severe flooding in 2015. Standing nearly 8 metres high, the project posed significant challenges for FP McCann and subcontractor Milliga
11/09/2024
A design team has been appointed for the i4C Innovation and CleanTech Centre at the St Patrick’s regeneration site in Ballymena, bringing the £24 million green energy hub one step closer to fruition. This milestone underscores Mid and East Antrim Borough Council's dedication to fostering innovatio
11/09/2024
Mid Ulster District Council is set to initiate the pre-application notice phase for the development of a new Wetland Park in Maghera, aiming to introduce more green space and recreational areas to the town. The Planning Department has been informed that a major planning application will be submitte
11/09/2024
Two Green Party Councillors have welcomed the opening of the new Grand Central Station In Belfast. Cllr Áine Groogan and Cllr Anthony Flynn visited the station as services began to resume for passengers travelling via the bus terminals, with the resumption of rail coming soon. Cllr Groogan said: "
11/09/2024
UKG is to establish its newest Global Operations Hub in Kilkenny, Ireland. In partnership with the Irish government through IDA Ireland, a government agency under Ireland’s Department of Enterprise, Trade, and Employment, UKG plans to hire approximately 200 new roles in the country, with a focus o
11/09/2024
Uisce Éireann is actively working to remove the Boil Water Notice currently affecting residents of Inishturk. The notice, which was issued last week to safeguard the health of around 40 customers, was prompted by mechanical and treatment process issues at the island's water treatment plant. Uisce
11/09/2024
Dublin City Council has launched a new initiative aimed at helping small businesses begin their journey toward greater sustainability. Named 'Going Green, It's All In A Day’s Work', the campaign, led by the Local Enterprise Office, highlights how simple, small changes can make a meaningful differen
11/09/2024
Clare County Council has decided to maintain the Local Property Tax (LPT) at its current rate for the 2025-2029 term, matching the level set over the past five years. This decision ensures €58 million in funding, which will support the council's operational needs and contribute to vital community s
10/09/2024
Planning permission has been granted for over 700 cost rental and social homes in Cherry Orchard, Dublin, a development welcomed by the Land Development Agency (LDA) and Dublin City Council (DCC). The plans, approved by An Bord Pleanála, will allow for the construction of 547 cost rental and 161 so
10/09/2024
Manufacturing firms in Northern Ireland must embrace resilience and innovation to thrive in today's challenging economic landscape, according to Alan Lowry, Chair of the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) NI Policy Board. Speaking ahead of the upcoming Manufacturing and Supply Chain Conference &
10/09/2024
Residents and businesses in South County Wicklow have officially been removed from the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) list of vulnerable water systems. This follows the completion of an €8.1 million investment by Uisce Éireann to upgrade both the Aughrim Annacurra and Ballymorris Water Sup
10/09/2024
Sinn Fein has welcomed the decision of a review that a new Ministerial Consent must be sought before any further developments proceed at Moore Street. A decision circulated by the National Monuments Service outlined that, as a result of a review by the Design Team for the 14/17 Moore Street project
10/09/2024
Wind Energy Ireland has welcomed the announcement that four wind farms have won contracts in the fourth auction under the Government's Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS 4). The projects successful in the auction will deliver 374 MW of the 3,800 MW of new onshore wind energy required by th
10/09/2024
Kesh Footbridge has been reopened after FP McCann successfully completed construction of a new retaining wall and associated in-river works in Kesh. At nearly 8m tall, FP McCann and subcontractor, Milligan Bros, were presented with a very challenging task of constructing the wall adjacent to the of
10/09/2024
A joint venture development by SSE Renewables and FuturEnergy Ireland has secured a contract for a new onshore wind farm in Co Donegal. The Drumnahough Wind Farm DAC bid was successful in the Government's latest competitive auction for onshore wind and solar energy. The 12-turbine Drumnahough onsh
10/09/2024
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has announced a Public Inquiry on the proposed Cookstown Bypass Scheme, to commence on Tuesday 22 October 2024. Minister O'Dowd said: "The proposed A29 Cookstown Bypass is of strategic importance to the town and its surrounding area as it aims to alleviate traffi
09/09/2024
Northern Ireland's Infrastructure Minister, John O'Dowd, has welcomed "a new era for public transport" as he officially opens the largest transport hub on the island of Ireland, Belfast's Grand Central Station. Bus stands at the new world class transport hub become operational this week in the firs
09/09/2024
The Irish Green Building Council (IGBC) kicks off a week of events across Ireland today, 09 September, aimed at accelerating the transition to a sustainable built environment. Summer 2024 was the hottest on record globally and for Europe, highlighting once again the need for greener urban areas. Tr
09/09/2024
New figures from Wind Energy Ireland (WEI) have revealed that wind generated power in Ireland hit a peak in August 2024. The latest figures show that wind power generation in August totalled 1,068 gigawatt-hours (GWh), an increase of 3% when compared to the previous record set during the same month
09/09/2024
HLM Architects has appointed Kosta Kapetangiannis as our new studio director for the Dublin studio, spearheading our growth in the city and across the Republic of Ireland. Bringing more than 24 years of experience in large commercial practices across Ireland delivering public and private sector pro
09/09/2024
Fianna Fáil's Minister for Housing, Darragh O'Brien, has criticised Sinn Féin's housing policy, arguing that it would severely restrict the ability of first-time buyers to purchase homes. The Minister described the plan as underwhelming saying it set out in great detail the Party’s hostility toward
09/09/2024
The Institution of Civil Engineers Northern Ireland (ICE NI) has appointed Emer Murnaghan OBE as Chair for 2024-2025. Emer's appointment was confirmed at the recent (5 Sept 24) ICE NI Annual General Meeting at the MAC, Belfast, following her in-person Chair's address and supper. Speaking about her
09/09/2024
Family-owned housebuilders, Fraser Millar, has called for an increase in standards of the current building regulations for energy efficiency in Northern Ireland as part of the drive to meet Net Zero targets. The request coincided with a facility visit for members of the All-Party Group on Climate A
06/09/2024
Work is to commence on a £453,000 reconstruction and resurfacing project on the New Row in Kilrea. The work is to start on Monday, 09 Septmebr. Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd said: "This is a substantial investment for the Kilrea area which will deliver significant benefits for residents and
06/09/2024
Electric Ireland has announced its third price reduction in the past 12 months for over 1.1 million residential customers. The reductions will apply to both existing and new residential customers, taking effect from 01 November 2024. Electric Ireland also confirmed it will not pass on increased n
06/09/2024
Uisce Éireann has completed repairs at the Killeglan Water Treatment Plant following a mechanical fault, and water supply is now being restored to customers. As reservoir levels return to normal customers in the following areas may experience low pressure: Brideswell, Corrowduff, Taughmaconnell, Dy
06/09/2024
A derelict building in Greysteel has been revitalised into a modern business premises, following a regeneration initiative backed by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council. The transformation, partially funded by the Small Settlements Regeneration Programme, involved extensive renovations to the
06/09/2024
Sinn Féin is dedicated to safeguarding Ireland's Nitrates Derogation while also enhancing the quality of the country’s water sources, according to the party’s Agriculture Spokesperson, Martin Kenny TD. Deputy Kenny criticised the current government's approach, warning that if it continues, the dero
06/09/2024
The Enniskillen Bypass scheme has entered the next phase of the procurement process. The proposed 2.1km bypass will provide a new transport link to the southern side of Enniskillen, improving connectivity between the A4 Dublin Road and the A4 Sligo Road. The transport link will also provide 3.5km o
05/09/2024
Magherafelt-based off-site construction firm, P McVey Building Systems, has announced an investment of £1.4 million to expand its operations into Great Britain. P McVey specialises in the manufacture, sale, and hire of a wide range of modular accommodation for both the private and public sectors ac
05/09/2024
Uisce Éireann has announced the completion of a new €7 million wastewater pump station located on the former Dunlop site in Ferrybank, Waterford. The increased capacity of the new pumping station will enable social and economic growth and development in the region. The state-of-the-art wastewater p
05/09/2024
A new National Plan to improve water quality and restore freshwater habitats has been announced by Minister Nature, Heritage and Electoral Reform, Malcolm Noonan. The 'Water Action Plan 2024: Ireland's third River Basin Management Plan' national policy is a key commitment in the Programme for Gover
05/09/2024
A new Invest Northern Ireland Hub and event space has been opened in Dublin by Economy Minister, Conor Murphy. Described as a 'strategic meeting space for Northern Ireland companies and stakeholders', businesses can use the Hub to meet with clients, develop new trading partnerships and explore the
05/09/2024
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has delivered the keynote speech at the 2024 RTPI Northern Ireland Annual Planning Conference. The Minister addressed attendees from across the planning profession and other stakeholders on this year's theme of 'Positivity about Planning'. Speaking after the eve
05/09/2024
Work on a £400,000 road improvement project is to start in Belfast. The work on Wandsworth Road is to commence on Monday, 09 September 2024. The scheme which extends between Hawthornden Road and Belmont Road will involve the resurfacing of the footways and carriageway. To facilitate the work it w
05/09/2024
Northern Ireland's Infrastructure Minister, John O'Dowd, recently toured the new Belfast Grand Central Station ahead of its phased opening, set to begin next weekend. Translink, the public transport provider, has announced that the station will become operational in stages, starting with the reloca
05/09/2024
Alliance Infrastructure Spokesperson, Andrew McMurray MLA, has raised significant concerns over the large-scale discharge of untreated sewage by NI Water along Northern Ireland’s coastline, particularly near popular bathing areas. Mr McMurray described the situation as "incredibly alarming". He s
04/09/2024
Farrans Construction has announced the launch of the application process for 50 high-demand positions on its industry leading graduate programme, Farrans Foundation, with intake dates in June and September 2025. The new positions will be based in England, Scotland, Ireland and Northern Ireland. Fa
04/09/2024
ABM Contractors has Duraproducts' pioneering Durakerb HB2 range of recycled kerbing units, for the refurbishment of their company headquarters car park in Swords, Co Dublin, Ireland. Established in 1994, ABM Contractors is a well-respected contractor with a reputation for delivering high-quality bu
04/09/2024
A new solar farm has officially been 'switched on' at Hydebank Wood Secure College and Female Prison in south Belfast. Alliance Justice Minister Naomi Long and DAERA Minister Andrew Muir turned on the solar farm which consists of 668 solar panels and can produce 356 kWp of electricity, around 15% o
04/09/2024
The Royal Society of Ulster Architects has welcomed a new public consultation from Belfast City Council, seeking input on Purpose Built Managed Student Accommodation Supplementary Planning Guidance (PBMSA SPG). The consultation follows a commitment made in the Plan Strategy (PS) to prepare Suppleme
04/09/2024
Work is to commence on a £340,000 carriageway resurfacing project in Larne. The work, on the Waterfall Road, is to start on Tuesday, 10 September. The resurfacing scheme will extend from Tureagh Road to Ballyrickard Road. Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd said: "This is a substantial investment
04/09/2024
Innovative NI renewable energy company, b4b Renewables, has announced the appointment of Darren Lemon as its new Managing Director. Joining with over 30 years' experience, Darren's new leadership role within b4b Renewables will see him set the direction and strategy for the business whilst working
04/09/2024
Uisce Éireann has issued a Boil Water Notice for approximately 4,000 customers supplied by the Carrick on Suir (Linguan) Public Water Supply Scheme. The notice was as a result of treatment issues at the water treatment plant, which caused the drinking water quality entering the water supply to be a
04/09/2024
Fianna Fáil Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien claims Sinn Féin's housing plan would drastically reduce opportunities for first-time buyers. The Minister described the plan as underwhelming saying it set out in great detail the Party’s hostility towards home buyers. It also confirms that first time
03/09/2024
Codling Wind Park has submitted a planning application to An Bord Pleanála for the proposed development of Ireland's largest Phase 1 offshore renewable energy project. The project – a 50/50 joint venture between Fred. Olsen Seawind and EDF Renewables – marks a significant milestone not just for Cod
03/09/2024
The Land Development Agency(LDA) has partnered with Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council (DLRCC) to lodge plans for 934 new homes at Dundrum Central with a Part 10 Planning Application. An Bord Pleanála had previously granted permission for the development of 852 new affordable homes on the site i
03/09/2024
A new, first of its kind climate action campaign and fund, designed to support and inspire people to take and talk about the climate actions that can improve their local areas, has been announced by Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan. The campaign, called Climate Ac
03/09/2024
NI Water is to commence a programme of work to improve and upgrade Killyneill Road Wastewater Pumping Station (WwPS), located adjacent to Coolmill Mews, Dungannon. The upgrade – which is planned to take around six weeks to complete - will see a complete overhaul of the existing pumping station as w
03/09/2024
Lough Erne Resort, Northern Ireland's premier five-star hotel, is celebrating the completion of a significant investment phase with a luxurious refurbishment of its interiors. This extensive upgrade includes the resort's 53 guest bedrooms, 6 suites, 25 luxury lodges, and communal areas. Additional
03/09/2024
Sinn Fein has launched a plan to solve the housing crisis. Sinn Féin spokesperson on Housing, Eoin Ó Broin, along with Party President Mary Lou McDonald and spokespersons on Finance, Pearse Doherty, and Public Expenditure Rose Conway-Walsh have unveiled A Home of Your Own. Deputy Ó Broin said that
03/09/2024
ESB Networks is recruiting up to 120 qualified electricians nationwide to strengthen its team of skilled professionals to help deliver Ireland's clean electric future. As the demand for electricity continues to grow, ESB Networks is expanding to meet these evolving needs. The company is recruiting
03/09/2024
Businesses in Northern Ireland's manufacturing sector will have the opportunity to gain expert insights into securing growth funding at the upcoming Northern Ireland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition. The event, scheduled for September 12 at the TEC Belfast, will feature a dedica
02/09/2024
ATC Computer Transport & Logistics (ATC) has announced a landmark investment of €22.5 million over five years to support its companywide 'Driving Green Strategy' including the ongoing transition of its HGV fleet from traditional combustion engines to battery-electric power. The announcement, which
02/09/2024
Gas Networks Ireland has announced the launch of its 2025 Graduate Programme, aimed at recruiting energised and ambitious graduates for roles with the national utility. The two-year programme offers students due to graduate next year, and recent graduates, the chance to secure a position within th
02/09/2024
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has been given a tour of Belfast's new Grand Central Station ahead of its phased operational opening next weekend. Funded by the Department for Infrastructure the new multi-modal hub will provide greater capacity with an increase to 26 bus stands, 8 railway platf
02/09/2024
Cara Partners, part of the Schwabe Group, has unveiled plans for a €130 million modernisation and expansion of its facility in Little Island, Cork. This substantial investment will lead to the creation of 60 new highly skilled jobs over the next four years. Headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, th
02/09/2024
The All-Ireland Sustainability Awards 2024, held in partnership with Climeaction, has issued a last call for entries ahead of this week's deadline. With only days remaining until the entry deadline of 1 p.m. on Friday, September 6th, this is your last chance to showcase your contributions to sustai
02/09/2024
Works are to start to upgrade the Clonmel water supply. Commenting on the benefits of this vital infrastructure for the community Diane Carroll, Project Manager, at Uisce Éireann, said: "We're delighted to begin the construction phase of this critical project for the people of Clonmel. The project
02/09/2024
SiriusXM, a leading audio entertainment company in the United States, is to open a new state-of-the-art technology facility in Dublin, Ireland. The company's Dublin-based employees are expected to play a critical role in the audio entertainment company's continued digital transformation, and will
02/09/2024
Sinn Fein has announced it is deeply concerened over the fuel payment cuts for pensioners. MLA Colm Gildernew said: "All Executive parties have collectively highlighted deep concerns that one of the first acts of the new British government is to cut fuel payments for pensioners in a letter to the B
