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CONSTRUCTION DIRECTORY
Ireland Construction News Archive for December 2018
21/12/2018
Two refurbished play parks have been opened in Maghery and Donacloney. Farrans and subcontractor Garden Escapes delivered the £200,000 works. They included the introduction of new equipment like junior and senior swings, an inclusive roundabout, basket and cradle swing. Lord Mayor of Armagh City
21/12/2018
Work is due to commence to restore the embankment along the Newry Canal Towpath at Moneypenny's Lock. Starting on Monday 07 January, the project will involve work to repair damage caused by natural erosion and subsidence. It will help increase safety in the area. The towpath and access to Moneyp
21/12/2018
Construction work on the M7 has progressed and is on schedule for a Spring 2019 completion. A 14km section of the road is undergoing construction, with a new traffic lane planned between Junction 9 Naas North and Junction 11 Kilcullen M9 / M7 merge. Other works include an upgrade of Junction 10 N
21/12/2018
Plans are moving forward to deliver a Wastewater Treatment Plant in Falcarragh, Co Donegal. An application has been submitted for a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) to acquire the lands necessary for the Falcarragh Sewerage Scheme project. An Bord Pleanála will review the CPO. The proposed sche
21/12/2018
McBreen Environmental is progressing work on a €2 million rehabilitation project on Cavan town's sewer network. The project will address structural defects in the existing sewer, improve the performance of the network and reduce the potential for sewer flooding and odour issues. The contractor, w
21/12/2018
The opportunities for small scale micro-generation energy projects could be lost due to government inaction, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork North West, Aindrias Moynihan has said. The projects could benefit home owners, community groups and small businesses and generate a lot more of Ireland's energy requ
20/12/2018
Balfour Beatty has commenced work on a 112-bed student accommodation scheme in Dublin. The contractor will complete the €10 million at Gloucester Place, employing 100 people at peak construction. Alan Garvin, Managing Director of Balfour Beatty's regional construction business in Ireland, said: "T
20/12/2018
FP McCann has helped support a new housing development on Moneymore Road in Magherafelt, Co Londonderry, with its range of precast concrete solutions. The Foxfield Hall site will consist of 120 semi-detached and detached homes, built by local developer, Valor Homes. The first phase of the develop
20/12/2018
Works to restore the historic Andrew Jackson Cottage in Boneybefore, Co Antrim, are nearing completion. The £250,000 renovations involve replacing and repairing the traditional wooden beams, restoring the façade, new paving along the outside, damp repairs including installation of new heated floor
20/12/2018
Paddy Reidy & Sons has commenced on four new sheltered housing builds in County Cork. The Charleville Sheltered Housing Services units will be completed with Capital Assistance Scheme funding of €793,000 through Cork County Council. They add on to the organisation's existing 25 individual housing
20/12/2018
Experienced government employee Niall Cussen has been appointed as Ireland's first ever Planning Regulator. In his new role, Mr Cussen will lead the Office of the Planning Regulator, which will be established in January 2019. Niall brings a host of experience to the new role, following previous
20/12/2018
Coffey Northumbrian is to begin work to replace ageing water mains in Cork City's Victorian Quarter. The project, taking place on MacCurtain Street, will involve decommissioning 3.5km of cast iron mains and replacing it with new plastic pipes. Further works include the installation of associated
19/12/2018
A significant milestone has been marked on Craigavon's new £35 million leisure centre with the recent installation of the steel frame structure. The new facility, which is being built adjacent to Craigavon Civic and Conference Centre, will feature an eight-lane, 50-metre swimming pool, a teaching
19/12/2018
A grant of £247,000 has been awarded to boost restoration works at Castlewellan Forest Park in County Down. The centuries-old park will undergo development to refurbish the Castlewellan Historic Demesne area into a heritage-led destination. The development phase will include surveys of the woody
19/12/2018
The development of the Youghal Eco Boardwalk has secured a significant funding boost from the Department of Rural and Community Development. The project has been awarded €500,000 under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme 2018. It will enable Cork County Council to deliver the second phase
19/12/2018
John Cradock and TES (NI) have been selected to deliver €21.7 million water supply upgrades in a number of Fingal areas. The Joint Venture partnership will complete schemes in Howth, Malahide and Balbriggan. Works include upgrades to pumping stations along with the construction of 15km of new tru
19/12/2018
Plans have been announced for major upgrades to the flood defences in Shannon town, Co Clare. The works will involve constructing new defences as well as upgrading the existing ones. The project will be delivered by the Office of Public Works (OPW), Clare County Council and the Shannon Airport A
19/12/2018
A century-old water main has been replaced ahead of schedule in Swords, Co Dublin. The €9 million project will ensure a more secure and reliable water supply for local homes and businesses in Swords and parts of Malahide and Portmarnock. More than 5km of water main was decommissioned and replaced
19/12/2018
Construction work has progressed on the delivery of a new children's hospital and two Paediatric Outpatients and Urgent Care Centres in the Dublin area. Phase B of the works will get underway next early next year following a recent government investment to the National Paediatric Hospital Developm
19/12/2018
Quinn Automatic has been appointed to deliver £260,000 upgrades to an existing play area in Fivemiletown, Co Tyrone. The company will install new equipment and seating, as well as landscaping works, at the Ballylurgan Road playpark. Resurfacing, drainage and environmental works will also take plac
19/12/2018
A burst water main has been repaired in Athlone, after 75 properties were left without water until 6am this morning, 19 December. The Garnafailagh area of Athlone town was impacted by the problem. Irish Water worked in partnership with Westmeath County Council to solve the issue. The main had
19/12/2018
Two walkway protection structures are to be installed near O'Briensbridge in County Clare. The contractor will begin work on the project on 07 January 2019, with work taking place both upstream and downstream of the bridge. It is expected to be complete during the first week of February. New tr
18/12/2018
Contractor Felix O'Hare and architects/engineers Teague and Sally have officially handed over CDE's new campus in Cookstown. CDE is expected to move into the Centre of Excellence in the first half of 2019 after the finishing touches are made. The following months will involve erecting signage an
18/12/2018
A major milestone has been celebrated on Southern Regional College's new £35 million campus in Armagh, with the building reaching its highest point. Located on the existing Lonsdale Road site, the 14,000 square-metre campus stands 18.4 metres tall and will house a blend of specialist accommodation
18/12/2018
John Cradock has landed a €5 million contract to deliver a redevelopment scheme in Clanbrassil Street and St Nicholas' Quarter in Dundalk, Co Louth. The Kildare-based civil engineer will develop wider granite footpaths, asphalt parking bays, planting and seating areas, and upgrade public lighting
18/12/2018
Cork County Council has been awarded €79,000 under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2019 (BHIS). The BHIS is a fund of up to €2.5m which helps assist with works to safeguard structures protected under the Planning and Development Act 2000. It also supports work to structures within Architectur
18/12/2018
Major refurbishments are scheduled to get underway in Ashbourne Linear Park, Co Meath, early next year. McAvoy Contracts will deliver the project after signing contracts with Meath County Council officials and the Cathaoirleach of Ashbourne Municipal District. The work will be carried out on Zon
18/12/2018
A total of 307 schools have been awarded funding under the government's 2019 Summer Works scheme. More than €40 million will be spent to deliver major improvements to primary and post-primary schools across the country. The successful applicants were announced as Minister for Education and Skills
18/12/2018
BSG Civil Engineering is to complete the final phase of NI Water's £3 million water main project in Co Fermanagh. The project involves replacing the water trunk main between Ally Hill Service Reservoir (SR), on the outskirts of Lough Bradan and Doochrock and Drumkeeran SRs near Ederney. Pipelayi
18/12/2018
The GAA has secured lands in Dundalk, Co Louth, to develop a new county ground. Louth County Councillors agreed to dispose of the lands to the Louth County Board of the GAA at its December meeting. When complete, the new ground is expected to represent an investment of €8 million. Louth Sinn Fé
18/12/2018
Plans to regenerate a number of streets in Enniskillen have landed a major funding boost. The Department for Communities (DfC), Fermanagh and Omagh District Council and local traders have provided additional funding to support the project. The project will involve upgrading Down Street, Cross St
18/12/2018
A playschool in County Waterford has secured funding to support a small development project. The Ionad an Naíonra playschool in Sean Phobail was awarded a grant of up to €6,955, or 95% of the overall cost, to build a new fence. Government Chief Whip and Minister of State for the Irish language,
17/12/2018
Templemore Baths in east Belfast is to be redeveloped into a new leisure and fitness facility. The project took a major step forward after securing £5 million funding from the National Lottery. Belfast City Council aims to conserve the building's historic features and connect users to its import
17/12/2018
A new Health & Wellbeing Centre has been opened in Loughgiel, Co Antrim, within the existing Millennium Centre. Loughgiel Community Association completed the project with £180,000 from Causeway Coast and Glens Local Action Group (LAG) and an additional £48,000 from Causeway Coast and Glens Borough
17/12/2018
Monaghan County Council has secured funding to deliver the €14.3 million Peace Campus project. The Special EU Programme awarded Peace IV funding to the project. It will provide a three-storey building comprising a youth facility, community space for services for the whole community, a cultural he
17/12/2018
Two students have been welcomed to FK Lowry's Spencer Dock site in Dublin. FK Lowry is a family owned specialist contracting business based in Northern Ireland. They specialise in piling and plant hire, and form part of the Lagan Construction Group. Work experience students Niamh Carr and Jenna
17/12/2018
Adare Machinery has begun shipping the new Bobcat E27z in Ireland. The digger is equipped with a hydraulic thumb grab & breaker and features the digging performance and comfort of a significantly larger machine. Offering zero house swing capabilities even when coupled with the heavy-counterweight
17/12/2018
An additional consultation event has been scheduled on the new Derry to Buncrana greenway. The project team is inviting local people to voice their opinion on the number of possible alternative routes that have been suggested for the section linking Inch Island to Fahan. The event will take place
17/12/2018
Coffey Northumbrian has been appointed to replace ageing water mains in the Knockgorm/Kilcorney Cross area of County Cork. The contractor will replace almost two kilometres of old, damaged pipes with new plastic pipes to reduce leakage in the area. The work is being delivered on behalf of Irish
17/12/2018
Plans are progressing to improve the Kilkenny water supply in Gowran, Goresbridge and Paulstown. Irish Water has submitted a notice of a Compulsory Purchase Order to acquire the lands needed for the project. The scheme will include the development of two new borehole sources, the construction of
17/12/2018
A number of proposals are being developed for the first specialist children's Care and Justice campus in Northern Ireland. Ten recommendations will be brought forward, starting with the development of of design proposals for a new campus in Bangor, County Down. Alliance Health Spokesperson Paula
17/12/2018
Resurfacing work has commenced on the Upper Cairncastle Road in Larne, Co Antrim. The £212,000 scheme will deliver significant improvements on a 500 metre section from The Roddens to Greenway. A full road closure will be in place on the following dates: • 7.00 am on Monday 14 January to 5.00 pm
14/12/2018
GMC Utilities Group is to start work to replace old water mains which frequently burst in Co Meath. The firm will begin work to replace the problematic water mains next week. The work involves the replacement of approximately 445 metres of aged problematic water mains with high density polyethylen
14/12/2018
A campaign has launched in Northern Ireland to address a knowledge gap among first time buyers about the process of buying a home. Co-Ownership has introduced Steps to Buy NI which is a free-to-use website that covers a broad range of topics. "It's a one-stop shop to help prospective homeowners un
14/12/2018
Funding has been announced to enhance and improve The Mall in Armagh. A total of 26 seats are to be replaced and four new picnic benches are to be installed. £154,000 is being invested in the area as part of a public realm scheme. £100,000 has been allocated by the Department for Communities and
14/12/2018
The Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment has published a draft order to increase the level of renewable energy used in the transport sector further to 11% from 1 January 2020. Minister Richard Bruton TD also announced his intention to increase the level of biofuel used in ro
14/12/2018
Construction work has started to replace aging water mains on Co Longford. The work is taking place in Ballinalee and Springtown and is expected to be completed by April 2019. The work is part of Irish Water's National Leakage Reduction Programme. The works in Ballinalee involve the replacement o
14/12/2018
A total of £430,000 funding has been allocated to deliver public realm improvements in Portadown, Lurgan, Banbridge, Craigavon and Dromore in Northern Ireland. The Department for Communities is providing £320,000, with a further £110,000 coming from Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Coun
13/12/2018
Work has been completed on a new £1.2 million multi-sport 3G facility in Strabane. The new facility will primarily cater for football, rugby and GAA and represents another significant investment by the Council in sports and recreational facilities across the City and District. Mayor of Derry City
13/12/2018
HLM in Belfast has been awarded a £160million project at RAF Lakenheath by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation. The project includes building a F-35 flight simulator, maintenance unit, new hangars and storage facilities. HLM will be working alongside engineering and construction firm, Kier Vol
13/12/2018
A Do Not Drink water notice, which was issued in September 2017 in Ardagh, Co Longford, has been lifted. Irish Water put the notice in place in the O'Connor Park estate after sampling detected the presence of hydrocarbons at low levels in the drinking water. However, following recent works carried
13/12/2018
The Housing Minister has been called to explain why only 48% of social homes that were to be developed this year have been delivered by the end of the third quarter in Ireland. Labour's Housing spokesperson Jan O'Sullivan is urging Minister Eoghan Murphy to explain the figures that have been reveal
13/12/2018
90% of all energy used in Ireland came from fossil fuels in 2017, according to a report published by the sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). The Energy in Ireland presents the latest national data and trends on energy use and renewable energy in Ireland. This year's revealed a 0.5% incr
13/12/2018
Over £200,000 funding has been allocated to carry out improvement works in Omagh. The Department of Communities announced a £238,270 funding package which has been part funded by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council. The works will take place on Bridge Street and the entrance to the Strule Arts C
13/12/2018
The Residential Tenancies Bill has come under criticism with continuing concerns over rent hikes, student accommodation and the private rental sector. The Bill was approved by the Cabinet on Tuesday 11 December. Labour Party Housing spokesperson, Jan O'Sullivan TD deemed the Bill a "half-baked r
12/12/2018
Construction work is underway on a new social housing development in Midleton, Co Cork. It will include 42 new units comprising of 17 two-bed terraced houses, 18 three-bed end of terrace houses, 6 three-bed semi-detached houses, 1 two-bed apartment, and one Community building. The €11.76 million
12/12/2018
Irish Water is to adopt a new strategic initiative in partnership with the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) to embed energy efficiency in its operations. This new commitment comes as part of the renewal of the Public Sector Energy Partnership Programme. Talking about Irish Water's a
12/12/2018
The Department of Housing has met only 35% of its new build targets for 2018 at the end of Q3, a new report has revealed. The target for new builds is 4,969, with only 1,764 of these homes delivered by the end of Q3. Sinn Féin Housing spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin TD raised his concern on the figures
12/12/2018
A new state of the art play area has been unveiled in Glenarm, Co Antrim. Mid and East Antrim's Deputy Mayor, Councillor Cheryl Johnston officially opened the facility on Monday 10 December. Speaking at the opening, Cllr Johnston, said: "The past year has been a busy one for this historic villag
12/12/2018
The Department for Infrastructure has launched a new resurfacing scheme on the Marble Arch Road in Florencecourt, Co Fermanagh. The £150,000 scheme will improve a 1.8km section of carriageway. Work began on the project on Monday 10 December, and is expected to be complete by Friday 21 December.
12/12/2018
Tipperary County Council is welcoming applications relating to non-public roads under the Local Improvement Scheme. Projects must benefit two or more parcels of land owned or occupied by different persons or serve the public. Application forms can be accessed from the council's Civic Offices on t
12/12/2018
This year, in lieu of sending Christmas cards and corporate gifts, SIG Ireland has chosen to donate to four very worthwhile charities specialising in the care of very sick children. SIG Ireland Managing Director, Aidan Doyle was delighted to meet with Alison Reynolds, Corporate Development Manager
12/12/2018
APA Facade Systems will continue its partnership with Speedclad and Wates Group in the newest development in Leeds' most sought-after business location- 4 Wellington Place. Speedclad will install APA's TB60 and TB60 SG facade system to 4 Wellington Place. This is the latest instalment in this 22-a
11/12/2018
Keelings has selected Energia as its new energy provider. Keelings produces a vast array of fruits and salads in Ireland. William Keeling, CEO, Food Central said: "Keelings is one of the companies located at Food Central, the international Food Park which is wholly owned by the Keeling family, an
11/12/2018
The Alliance Party has welcomed the announcement that the Blackhead Path in Antrim is to be restored. Mid and East Antrim Borough Council revealed a multi-million pound project which will see repair works carried out over the period of a year. Cllr Robert Logan said: "While the re-opening of the B
11/12/2018
The Government is being urged to reform the Mortgage to Rent scheme. The scheme was launched in 2012 to help with the mortgage arrears crisis. Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Finance, Michael McGrath TD, said: "In February 2017, then Minister for Housing Simon Coveney announced a revamp of the Mortgag
11/12/2018
Fianna Fail has hit out at the Government over its failure to address climate change. The Climate Change Performance Index revealed Ireland is falling behind on the issue for the second year in a row. Communications, Climate Action and Environment Spokesperson, Timmy Dooley TD said remedial action
11/12/2018
The National Transport Authority, Dublin Bus and Bus Éireann, have tlaunched the Low Emission Bus Trial. The trials will test a range of technologies and fuels under real-driving conditions on selected routes in both Dublin and Cork. Supported by the Green Public Transport Fund, full electric, hyb
11/12/2018
Sinn Féin has expressed concern over the number of people sleeping on the streets in Belfast. The party's housing spokesperson Carál Ní Chuilín confirmed a survey found 16 people sleeping on streets in the early hours of last Tuesday, 04 December, compared to five last year. She said: "This sharp
10/12/2018
Plans for the multi-million pound restoration of Blackhead Path in Antrim have been approved. The works, to be carried out over the course of a year, will involve repairs along the coastal paths from the Old Castle Road right up to the lighthouse as well as new steps and handrails. Mid and East A
10/12/2018
A further 600 repairs have been completed under the latest phase of the Mourne Wall Restoration Project. The century-old Mourne Wall underwent repairs along its 22mile-long granite structure – including a 27m collapse on Slieve Bernagh – as well as extensive path works. Geda Construction delivere
10/12/2018
Construction work has begun on significant upgrades to the Tullamore and Birr Water Supply Schemes in Co Offaly. The €21.5 million upgrade project will involve the construction of three new water treatment plants in Tullamore, Birr and and Clonaslee in Co. Laois. Murphy Process Engineering is de
10/12/2018
A total of 140 sites are to be covered by the government's vacant site levy in 2019, new figures have revealed. Fianna Fáil's Spokesperson on Housing, Planning and Local Government, Darragh O'Brien TD has hit out at the government over the 'serious shortcomings'. Deputy O'Brien explained: "The G
10/12/2018
Resurfacing work has commenced on the B27 Moyad Road in Kilkeel, Co Down. The £140,000 project will involve resurfacing a 1.3km section from the Moyad Road / Attical Road junction in the direction of Hilltown. Work is expected to be completed by 21 December 2018. A daily weekday road closure wil
10/12/2018
Work has commenced to replace a kilometre of ageing water mains in the Knockburden area of Ballincollig, Co Cork. Coffey Northumbrian will carry out the project, which involves the installation of new plastic pipes. The scheme is being delivered by Irish Water in partnership with Cork County Cou
07/12/2018
A total of 44 new homes have been delivered in Dundrum as part of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council's social housing programme. The new builds comprise of 32 family homes and 12 apartments set around a shared community green. Housing Minister Eoghan Murphy TD and An Cathaoirleach, Cllr Ossia
07/12/2018
A public consultation event has been launched on the Dromore Public Realm Scheme. Locals have been invited to view the concept design proposals and discuss the plans. The event will take place at Dromore Community Centre on Wednesday 12 December from 4pm to 8pm. The scheme will deliver improvem
07/12/2018
Sinn Féin's Brian Stanley TD has called for "vision and action" to address the issue of climate change in Ireland. The party's Climate Change spokesperson criticised the government after the Annual Transitions went before the Dáil yesterday, 06 December. Teachta Stanley said: "Today a stream of
07/12/2018
The former John Player Wills site in Dublin has been declared vacant, opening the door for potential housing developments in the area. An Bord Pleanála upheld Dublin City Council's decision on the South Circular Road site. The site, recently valued around €100 million, is under the control of NA
07/12/2018
Irish Water has launched a project to replace ageing water mains in Mountbolus, Co. Offaly. Work will begin in Mountbolus next week, 10 December, and will involve the replacement of approximately 2500 metres of mains with new plastic pipes. The project will deliver a more reliable water supply fo
07/12/2018
APA Facade Systems has won the contract for an exciting new project in New York City. Its TB50 curtain wall, ST70 Casement and Tilt and Turn window systems are being installed on the redevelopment of the old meatpacking district on Gansevoort Street in New York. Situated between Greenwich Street a
06/12/2018
Sinn Féin MP Elisha McCallion has called for progress on the full expansion of Ulster University's Magee campus in Londonderry, identifying it as key project to transform the north west region. The next step of the expansion will be the establishment of a graduate entry medical school. The Foyle
06/12/2018
Mid Ulster District Council has approved two major development plans across the region. Planning permission was granted for a business and road expansion at Maximus Crushing and Screening's Coalisland Road site in Dungannon. New state of the art offices will be developed along with a new product
06/12/2018
The Ballyboden Water Treatment Plant in Dublin has been officially opened following the completion of €10.5 million upgrade works. Project works included the decommissioning of the old open water storage reservoir, the construction of a new 16 million litre covered reinforced concrete reservoir on
06/12/2018
Plans for a new football pitch and car park in Gallarus, Co Kerry, have been boosted with new funding. The government has granted up to €175,000 or 80% of the total cost to CLG na Gaeltachta to complete the project. The club's current pitch is unavailable to meet current demands, after it was cl
06/12/2018
Jada Projects has landed a contract to deliver a new Multi-Service Innovation Centre in Ennistymon, Co Clare. The project will involve the the conversion of an existing building on Parliament Street. The Multi-Service Innovation Centre comprises hotdesks with business broadband, incubation units
06/12/2018
Northern Ireland-based precast concrete supplier and manufacturer FP McCann is displaying its range of products at the New Civil Engineer Tunnelling Festival in London today, 06 December. The NCE is bringing together the Tunnelling Summit and Tunnelling Awards ceremony at The Grange Tower Bridge H
05/12/2018
NI construction firm Henry Brothers has been recognised for its environmental expertise at a recent awards ceremony in Westminster. The company secured two Silver Environment accolades at the International Green Apple Awards in the Environmental Best Practice and Habitat and Diversity categories.
05/12/2018
A new €3.7 million social housing development has been opened in Dublin City Centre, providing homes for tenants leaving emergency accommodation. The 13 apartments in Castle Court have been supported by national housing and homeless charity, the Peter McVerry Trust. Damien English T.D, Minister
05/12/2018
A new campaign has been launched for Northern Ireland homebuyers, offering educational advice on the process of buying a house. The Steps to Buy NI campaign will feature a free website with guides on moving, financing the move, and detailing the process, as well as information on budgeting, managi
05/12/2018
NI Water has purchased four new state-of-the-art vans to help tackle blocked sewers across the region. The vans will support staff with the tools needed to respond to blockages for NI Water customers. Davy McCullough, Head of Wastewater at NI Water said: "We have a highly skilled workforce look
05/12/2018
Sinn Féin's spokesperson on Climate Action Brian Stanley TD has hit out at the government over its "short sighted" approach to climate change. Mr Stanley was speaking yesterday, 04 December, as the Annual Transition Statement was released. The statement sets out information on key policy developm
05/12/2018
Plans for a major civic centre in Shannon have been dealt with a major blow. The government is insisting the project returns to the masterplan stage after voluntary group Croí na Sionna pulled its plans. Clare County Council has been called on to progress the Shannon Venue project. Commenting
05/12/2018
Limerick City and County Council is to complete Compulsory Purchase Orders on eight derelict properties across the region. These acquisitions will add on to the council's recent purchase of two other derelict properties. The properties include both residential and commercial homes. This work is
05/12/2018
New water mains have been installed in Kanturk, Co Cork. Commencing in August 2018, the project involved replacing problematic water mains on the Greenfield Road with 2.6 kilometres of new plastic pipes. New service connections were also installed, connecting the water mains to individual propert
04/12/2018
Construction work has commenced on new youth soccer facilities in Dungannon. The facilities will include a new changing pavillion and community space at Dungannon United Youth's Joe McAree Junior Stadium at Mullaghanagh Black Lane Dungannon. The new building will support the community with the pr
04/12/2018
The final contracts have been signed for Irish Water's €44 million upgrades to the Letterkenny Regional Water Supply Scheme. The construction of a new water treatment plant at Goldrum and the rehabilitation of water mains as part of the N56 Coolboy to Kilmacrennan road realignment project are alre
04/12/2018
A public realm improvement scheme in Belfast has been approved with funding largely provided through contributions from developers in the city. The College Avenue, College Street and College Court area will undergo road and pavement upgrades. The £600,000 works are being funded by the developers
04/12/2018
Cork County Council has secured funding of over €2.1 million for the relocation of Kinsale Library. The funds were awarded under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund, which aims to breathe new life into Ireland's smaller towns and villages. The library will be relocated to Methodist Hall
04/12/2018
The Department of Infrastructure has reignited plans to develop the A5 road with the submission of a new application. The £150 million scheme aims to create a new 85km road running from New Buildings, via Strabane, Newtownstewart, Omagh and Ballygawley and terminating near the border at Aughnacloy
04/12/2018
Locals have been invited to help shape the €20 million Balbriggan regeneration strategy, ahead of its March 2019 publication. The three-year plan will help set out a vision on the future of Ballbriggan. Residents in the region can complete the 'Our Balbriggan' online survey between now and 14 De
04/12/2018
Donegal Civil Defence has hosted a training day to raise awareness of the role of the Auxiliary Fire Service. The Northern Regional Intercounty Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) Training Day took place at the Civil Defence's headquarters in Stranorlar on 24 November. The event welcomed 36 participant
04/12/2018
Resurfacing work is to commence on Ashgrove Road in Portadown, Co Armagh, later this week. The £165,000 carriageway scheme, beginning on Sunday 09 December, will resurface a 1,300-metre section from Garvaghy Road to the National Speed Limits on the Ashgrove Road. Work is expected to be complete b
03/12/2018
New guidelines have been launched by the government to help local authorities prepare for the impacts of climate change. They will help local authorities fulfil their role in helping the government develop a nationwide plan in response to climate change. The Minister of State for Community Develo
03/12/2018
Komatsu has recognised McHale Plant Sales for its expertise in Komatsu aftersales across Ireland. The Japanese manufacturer acknowledged the company at its recent annual Advanced Technical Contest, held at their UK headquarters in Newcastle. Komatsu distributors from all major European markets c
03/12/2018
A huge national interest has been shown for greenways across the country, with 22 applicants vying for project funding. The applications are from local authorities and state agencies. Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Shane Ross said: "It's heartening to see so many applications received
03/12/2018
Housing Minister Eoghan Murphy has been urged to make all government-built public housing entirely disability accessible. Labour Spokesperson for Disability and general election candidate for Cork North Central, Kathleen Lynch, spoke out today, 03 December, marking the 26th International Day of Pe
03/12/2018
A new water treatment plant has been opened in Portarlington, Co Laois, as part of a €2.7 million investment in the local Water Supply Scheme. The La Bergerie Water Treatment Plant now supplies a clean and reliable water supply to the residents of Portarlington and surrounding areas. Work starte
03/12/2018
Fianna Fáil has launched a new bill to help boost the provision of sinking funds for multi-unit developments. A sinking fund is capital that has been set aside for essential maintenance works. The party's Housing Spokesperson, Darragh O’Brien TD drafted a Bill after a recent Society of Chartered
03/12/2018
Ryan Hanley and Glan Agua have commenced construction work on a €19 million Irish Water project in Co Mayo. Three wastewater treatment plants are being built in Foxford, Charlestown and Killala, replacing the existing structures and improving the wastewater schemes. The new upgraded wastewater t
03/12/2018
The Housing Executive has reaffirmed its interest in an area of land in Carrickhill to be redeveloped as social housing. Sinn Féin MLA Carál Ní Chuilín has welcomed the confirmation after a site visit today, 03 December, with the Department of Infrastructure, Department of Communities, the Housing
03/12/2018
JJ McCauley Construction is to deliver €997,600 refurbishment works to transform Cavan's Townhall. The contractor will conserve and upgrade the space for artists and audiences across the county. Cathaoirleach of Cavan County Council, Cllr Madeleine Argue said: "I am very much looking forward to
03/12/2018
Coffey Northumbrian is progressing work on a water mains replacement project in the Turner's Cross area of Cork City. The scheme will involve replacing 4.8km of problematic water mains with new plastic pipes. It will be carried out across two stages, with the first stage commencing today, Monday
