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CONSTRUCTION DIRECTORY
Ireland Construction News Archive for March 2022
31/03/2022
The Land Development Agency (LDA) is to put forward a planning application for 977 homes on the site of the Central Mental Hospital in Dundrum. The application will progress the redevelopment of the site to deliver affordable and social housing as part of a sustainable and integrated community in
31/03/2022
Future Planet has announced that John Sisk & Son, Ireland's leading builder and contractor, has chosen the firm to support it on its journey to carbon neutral. Sisk delivers projects in Ireland, the UK and Europe and has deployed the Future Planet sustainability platform to embed its sustainabilit
31/03/2022
The Government has approved a new landmark Bill that will see the introduction of 'world-leading moves to reduce waste and influence behaviour'. The new Circular Economy Bill will underpin Ireland's shift from a "take-make-waste" linear model to a more sustainable pattern of production and consumpt
31/03/2022
Labour has called for targeted state intervention to bridge the affordability gap in the housing market. Senator Rebecca Moynihan said government must commit to increasing state investment in direct build housing to balance the housing market as the state is reliant on the private sector to meet i
31/03/2022
Electric Ireland has plans to increase residential electricity prices by 23.4 per cent and gas prices by 24.8 per cent with effect from 01 May 2022. The increase will equate to €24.80 per month on the average residential electricity bill and €18.35 per month on the average residential gas bill, ba
31/03/2022
SSE Renewables is set to apply for a Maritime Area Consent (MAC) for its Arklow Bank Wind Park Phase 2 project under the new consenting regime announced by Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan TD. The decision by SSE Renewables to transfer Phase 2 of Arklow Bank Wind
31/03/2022
The Department for Infrastructure has announced an essential tree maintenance scheme on the Dublin Road in Antrim, due to get underway on Monday 04 April. During the works to remove around 160 trees a lane closure will be in place on the Dublin Road, Antrim bound. A signed diversion will be in plac
31/03/2022
With almost 10,000 new homes expected to be needed across the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council area by 2030, NI Water has outlined its infrastructure plans and the level of investment planned for the Council area. The towns of Antrim and Ballyclare will be the main hubs for growth, with pred
31/03/2022
The selection of the Green Corridor as the preferred route for the M20 motorway has been welcomed by Fianna Fáil. TD for Cork North Central, Pádraig O’Sullivan said he is happy to see the selection of the Green Corridor as the route for the N/M20. He said: "At present, Limerick City and County Co
31/03/2022
Paving and Building Products firm, AG's latest carbon emissions data, which shows a reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions despite a surge in production levels – reinforcing their position as a market leader in sustainable construction. The firm, which has manufacturing locations in Fivemiletown, Dun
30/03/2022
The development of a new Sustainable Energy Centre of Excellence (SECOE) Ireland is set to move forward with a key appointment. An Architect Led Integrated Design Team Consultancy Services is being sought to progress the €13 million project, which will see the delivery of a carbon neutral and energ
30/03/2022
Plans have been outlined for a multi-modal transport project along the N20 transport corridor between Cork and Limerick. Details of the N/M 20 Cork to Limerick project were published, setting out plans including active travel infrastructure for walking and cycling, improvements to public transport,
30/03/2022
A ceremony has been held to mark the beginning of work on the Clockwork Garden at Antrim Castle Gardens. Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Billy Webb visited the site to officially cut the turf on the new development. Designed by celebrity gardener and Garden Show Ireland ambassador Dia
30/03/2022
The City of Derry Airport is set to continue improving infrastructure links in the North West region thanks to new funding. Up to £3 million has been pledged by Department for Infrastructure, in conjunction with the Department of Finance, towards the running costs of the airport. Welcoming the f
30/03/2022
A sod-turning ceremony has taken place on a €62 million sustainable travel project in Dublin city. Work has officially got underway on the C2CC Project, which will see segregated cycling facilities and bus priority infrastructure developed along a 2.7 km route that extends from Clontarf Road at the
30/03/2022
The government has come under pressure to develop a long term housing strategy for refugees. Labour representative Rebecca Moynihan called for the Housing for All strategy to be updated to address the needs of incoming Ukrainian refugees. Senator Moynihan said: "It is deeply concerning to read th
30/03/2022
The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Bridge in Co Kilkenny has been celebrated with a prestigious accolade. Contractor BAM was presented with the accolade in the Infrastructure Category at the 39th Annual Irish Concrete Society Awards. Established in 1977, these Annual Awards are a celebration of excellenc
30/03/2022
The Athlone Main Drainage project is continuing to take shape, enhancing the environment for future growth and development. Irish Water and Westmeath County Council are working together to deliver the project, which represents further investment in the town's wastewater infrastructure. When compl
30/03/2022
Electric Ireland has proposed a 30% increase in electric bills in May. The Utility Regulator has come under pressure to intervene in these latest price hikes, with Sinn Féin representative John O'Dowd calling for action. "Over 100,000 people who get power from Electric Ireland are faced with anot
30/03/2022
Road works have been announced in the County L'Derry village of Garvagh, starting next week. A section of the A29 Carhill Road will be resurfaced along a 1km section towards Swatragh. Work will commence on Monday 04 April and is expected to be complete by 30 April. During the course of the works
29/03/2022
Dublin's Percy Place development has been recognised with a coveted award for housing design. The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) presented David O'Shea, ODOS Architects, with the RIAI Silver Medal for Housing, recognising the company's work on the scheme. It is a biennial aw
29/03/2022
Belfast City Council has announced an ambitious redevelopment of Cathedral Gardens, including an urban forest, a large multi-use events space and a permanent memorial to the Belfast Blitz. The Council aims to transform the area between St Anne's Cathedral and Ulster University's Belfast campus into
29/03/2022
A new adventurous coastal trail from Skerries to Killiney has been officially launched in Dún Laoghaire. The Failte Ireland Dublin Coastal trail will open up access to the Dublin coastline and encourage visitors to explore the towns, outdoor activities and attractions that lie within easy reach of
29/03/2022
The Joint National Housing Conference has got underway in Limerick, bringing together high profile speakers from across a variety of organisations. Covering the theme 'Future Settlement – Living in Towns and Cities', the two-day event (28-29 March) will explore the unprecedented challenges Ireland
29/03/2022
Plans to develop the Gruggandoo Wind Farm in the Mournes are set to be discussed at a public inquiry. The project, which will see eight turbines built, will undergo a public inquiry after a development management report recommended that the application should be refused. Infrastructure Minister Ni
29/03/2022
A new 10-year strategy has been set out to increase the number of trees across Fingal. The 'Forest of Fingal' tree strategy was launched by the Mayor of Fingal Cllr Seána Ó Rodaigh to mark the culmination of National Tree Week. With the overall cover of tree canopy in Fingal currently sitting at o
29/03/2022
A heritage-led regeneration scheme in Upperlands, Maghera, has been granted planning permission. The scheme, will be launched following consideration of the independent report from the PAC, proposes a mix of residential development, leisure and recreational uses and community facilities including m
29/03/2022
Northern Ireland construction firm Henry Brothers has been unveiled as the new sponsor of Business in the Community's Responsible Business Awards. The current NI Responsible Company of the Year has committed to sponsor the awards for the next three years. The Responsible Business Awards honour org
29/03/2022
New innovative seating has been launched in Cork city centre, enhancing accessibility for people of all ages. The retrofitted Age Friendly Seating was attached to the concrete and marble plinths in five locations in the city centre, including Grand Parade, Cornmarket Street, and St. Patrick's Stree
29/03/2022
NILGOSC has transferred £2.8 billion of its £10 billion fund to lower-carbon investments. Green Party NI representative Rachel Woods has welcomed the progress on the issue, while also calling for greater divestment. Rachel Woods said: "However, the current proposals could go much further. NILGOSC
28/03/2022
An ambitious project to develop a bridge linking the Mourne Mountains and the Cooley Peninsula has made a key step forward. The Narrow Water Bridge project is a commitment within the New Decade New Approach agreement, with €3 million government funding pledged from the Shared Island Fund to allow L
28/03/2022
Energy efficient standards in Northern Ireland are set to be brought in line with developments in other countries thanks to new guidance. Published by Finance Minister Conor Murphy, the updated Building Regulations technical guidance improves the energy and emissions performance standards for new b
28/03/2022
A section of the Lagan tow path at Piper's Quay Lisburn has been significantly improved. The Clear Group delivered safety work to upgrade and reroute the cycleway. The firm upgraded the car park, diverted the tow path around the edge of the site, improved the path surface and created surface markin
28/03/2022
Experienced chartered civil engineer Alasdair Henderson has been appointed as BAM Contractors Ltd's new Executive Director. Mr Henderson will take on the role immediately, following on from 26 years with Royal BAM Group where he served in a variety of operational and business leadership roles, incl
28/03/2022
Work is continuing to take shape for a new upgraded shared use path as part of the Ballyclare Greenway. The first phase of the Greenway will see new 3m wide paths improve access from the residential areas to the town's key services, green spaces and leisure facilities including Sixmilewater Park an
28/03/2022
A number of buildings are set to be regenerated in Dungannon town centre under a £900,000 project. This regeneration scheme will see the development of three commercial units, three apartments and eight townhouses on Perry Street, which is currently in an extremely poor condition. It was developed
28/03/2022
A £2.2 million project has been announced to improve the water supply infrastructure in the Waterside area of Co L'Derry. Work will begin on the project in May 2022 and will continue until Spring 2023. Farrans GlanAgua Construction is delivering the scheme on behalf of NI Water, with the first pha
28/03/2022
A planning application for a large scale waste treatment facility in Newtownabbey has been refused. Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon rejected planning permission for the project, which was set to be developed on the site of the former Hightown Quarry, Boghill Road. The application by arc21 p
28/03/2022
House prices across Ireland are 8.4% higher now than the same time last year, new data has revealed. The latest Daft.ie House Price Report and research from MyHome.ie showcased the average house asking price as €299,093 across the state. Prices are up approximately 4% in Dublin, Cork and Galway Ci
28/03/2022
A programme of roadworks has got underway in the Co L'Derry town of Limavady. The Department for Infrastructure is investing £470,000 to improve a 1.7km section of the Seacoast Road from Limestone Road near Drumavally to Point Road. Work got underway this morning, 28 March, and is expected to reac
25/03/2022
Northern Ireland's first community e-transport scheme in Rathlin is set to reach a major milestone with the delivery of 20 E-bikes. These E-bikes follow on from the handover of a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle for community use to the Rathlin Development and Community Association (RDCA). The E-bik
25/03/2022
The rollout of Reimaging and Regeneration projects across the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area has got underway. Newry, Mourne and Down Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) will implement projects in 10 areas, with the first of these launching in Newtownhamilton. In Newtow
25/03/2022
A total of 15 schools across Belfast have been boosted with some improvements thanks to a new £1.37 million programme. With investment from the Department of the Communities, this programme transformed the outdoor play areas, improved school facilities and enhanced the learning experience for child
25/03/2022
A vital £500,000 flood alleviation scheme in County Antrim has officially reached completion. The scheme on the Hollywell Burn in the Kilbegs Road area involved the construction of a new flood wall and earth embankment works. This project will increase flood protection for approximately 18 comme
25/03/2022
A project to restore a large bog area in Ballymena is continuing to make significant progress. The Garron Plateau Peatland Restoration Project at Dungonnell Reservoir includes the restoration of 493 hectares of globally rare blanket bog. More than 1000 dams have been installed to block bog drains,
25/03/2022
Applications are being welcomed for a new Chair to the Construction Industry Training Board Northern Ireland. Economy Minister Gordon Lyons has launched a public appointment competition for the role, encouraging women, people with a disability and those from minority ethnic communities to apply.
25/03/2022
The County Antrim village of Aghalee has been reimagined thanks to phase two improvements. Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council (LCCC) delivered the Village Improvement Scheme with funding through the NI Rural Development Programme, revamping the grounds at the village hall with the removal of the o
25/03/2022
The next phase of the Ennis Public Realm Regeneration is set to be shaped thanks to a new public event. Clare County Council is hosting a Public Information evening next week, Thursday 31 March, giving locals a chance to view the project plans and provide feedback. The local authority will be joine
25/03/2022
Plans are moving forward for the regeneration of Perry Street in Dungannon following the allocation of new funding. Approximately £900,000 was granted to the project under the Department for Communities' Urban Development Grant Scheme (UDG). This regeneration will see the development of three comm
25/03/2022
A series of essential, unplanned works have taken place at Osberstown Wastewater Treatment Plant in Co Kildare. Work got underway yesterday, 25 March, and will reach completion today, Friday 26 March. Irish Water is delivering the works to allow for continued process management on site. During the
24/03/2022
CEO of BAM Contractors, Theo Cullinane has announced plans to retire from his role later this year. Mr Cullinane, who has spent 43 years with BAM, 13 of which serving as CEO and chairman of Royal BAM Group's operations in Ireland, will retire in June. Speaking about his time with BAM, Mr Cullinan
24/03/2022
The County Tyrone town of Coalisland has been transformed thanks to a £4.2 million public realm scheme. Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey visited the town to mark the completion of the public realm works. Speaking during her visit, Minister Hargey said: "This is a welcome boost for Coalisland. P
24/03/2022
A host of zero emission, electric double decker buses are set to be rolled out in Northern Ireland's public transport network starting next week. The first batch of innovative vehicles will enter passenger service in Belfast from Monday 28 March. The launch of these vehicles, which will be the fir
24/03/2022
Northern Ireland's first overarching Environment Strategy has officially secured final approval. Environment Minister Edwin Poots made the announcement during a statement to the Northern Ireland Assembly. Speaking to the Assembly, Minister Poots said: "This Strategy will provide a coherent respo
24/03/2022
A vital £5.1 million flood scheme in Newcastle, County Down, is continuing to make significant progress. Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon visited the Shimna River Flood Alleviation Scheme to witness the progress first-hand. This Scheme involves the construction of 1,430 metres of flood wall
24/03/2022
A deal has been reached for a programme of wastewater infrastructure upgrades in Rosses Point, Co Sligo. Coffey Construction Ltd has signed a contract to carry out the works on behalf of Irish Water and Sligo County Council. Approximately €9 million is being invested in the project, which will elim
24/03/2022
A key footway and cycleway scheme along the A2 Dundrum Road between Clough and Dundrum has reached a major milestone. Work has been completed on the first phase of the County Down project, which runs from the junction of Blackstaff Road, Clough, to the junction with Ardilea Road. The upgraded rout
24/03/2022
A new state-of-the-art changing places toilet has been opened at Strabane Library, enhancing accessibility for user with disabilities. Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Alderman Graham Warke attended a ceremony alongside Libraries NI and Council representatives and children from Kn
24/03/2022
A radical action plan to deliver immediate improvements to Northern Ireland's planning system has been put forward as one of many recommendations in a new report. The recent Public Accounts Committee report called for the establishment an independent review, cultural change in the Department for I
24/03/2022
The supply of affordable housing is set to be increased across Northern Ireland with thanks to a new Intermediate Rent policy. Following a consultation on the policy, Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has approved the creation of an additional supply of 'Intermediate Rent' homes. Intermediate R
23/03/2022
A sod-turning ceremony has been held to mark the beginning of construction on Tallaght's new state of the art Innovation Centre. The Minister of State for Planning and Local Government, Peter Burke TD, joined the Mayor of South Dublin County, Cllr Peter Kavanagh, and the Chief Executive of South Du
23/03/2022
A vacant space in Antrim town centre is set to be refurbished into an exciting new open space. Located at 'Ulster Bar' corner, the former Wellworths building on High Street will be redeveloped as part of an extensive town centre revitalisation scheme. This £8.1 million scheme will include the re
23/03/2022
Transformational community projects have been welcomed under the latest round of Galway Wind Park's €300,000 Major Projects Fund. Co-owners of Galway Wind Park, SSE Renewables and Greencoat Renewables is inviting shovel-ready projects to come forward for funding. Following feedback from local con
23/03/2022
A programme of £2 million works is set to begin to refurbish Antrim's historic Steeple House and the surrounding parkland. Development of the park area will include new accessible pathways, interpretative signage and promotion of the historic Round Tower. The original stable block will be converted
23/03/2022
A programme of LED street light upgrades is set to be rolled out in Armagh city centre starting next week. The Department for Infrastructure is investing £195,000 to replace existing lights with a new LED street lighting system while also retaining the architectural style and daytime appearance of
23/03/2022
A group of 30 young people have taken part in an Infrastructure Youth Assembly to support policy making on a range of infrastructure issues. Hosted by Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon, the event saw young people join her Department representatives to explore the topic of 'Travelling to School
23/03/2022
Work has got underway to redevelop the Magherafelt Household Recycling Centre (HRC) and Transfer Station. A variety of improvements will be delivered on the site to provide a bespoke state of the art recycling centre and transfer facility, which will increase both the quantity and quality of recycl
23/03/2022
A public consultation to shape the All Island Strategic Rail Review has officially closed. Members of the public and interested stakeholders submitted over 7,000 responses to help enhance the all-island rail network. Consultants ARUP have now revealed initial findings from this phase of the Revie
23/03/2022
Limerick City & County Council has announced plans to plant 1,700 trees this year as part of its overall planting programme. To mark National Tree Week, which runs until Saturday 26 March, the Council will plant saplings at various locations across the County including Ashbrook, Ballynanty, Patrick
23/03/2022
A crew of Irish Water professionals have restored supply to customers in Lisheenavalla, Claregalway. A leak impacted homes and businesses in Lisheenavalla, Gortatleva, Lissarulla, Caherlea, Cregcarragh, Cashla and surrounding areas. The crew delivered repairs to restore the supply for impacted cu
22/03/2022
Dobbies Garden Centres is set to open a new £10 million flagship store at The Junction Retail Park in Antrim. Planning approval has been granted for the new development, which is expected to create 100 new jobs and attract one million customers per year. The new 110,000sq ft unit will represent on
22/03/2022
The second and final phase of a £5 million investment to refurbish Belfast's century-old wastewater infrastructure at Lanyon Quay has been launched by NI Water. This latest phase of work – which will get underway at the end of March – will see the relining of the Queen's Bridge Siphons (sewers), wh
22/03/2022
Plans for 150 new homes in Newtownabbey have been approved for development. Two new housing developments have secured the green light, helping address the high demand for social homes in the area. Led by Apex Housing, the investment in Rathcoole will result in the redevelopment of the vacant Newt
22/03/2022
Key upgrades on traffic signals at a busy Newry city centre junction have been completed. The Department for Infrastructure led a £200,000 scheme to upgrade the traffic signals at Trevor Hill / Sugar Island Road/ Kildare Street / Upper Water Street Junction. Work involved the replacement of the
22/03/2022
A host of local schoolchildren joined Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon during a visit to NI Water's Wastewater Heritage Centre at Duncrue Street, Belfast. Minister Mallon and pupils from St Marys on the Hill Primary School, Newtownabbey, were welcomed to the centre, which allows children to
22/03/2022
EirGrid is progressing well with its public consultation regarding the Kildare-Meath Grid Upgrade. A total of six information days will take place over the next two weeks, giving members of the public a chance to engage and shape the project. These events come after the emerging best performing
22/03/2022
Key urban areas across Ireland have more short-term lets than long-term available, new research has revealed. The new Threshold figures have sparked a call for urgent government attention to help address landlords who appear to be circumventing planning permission rules. Calling for an increase i
22/03/2022
A motion calling for households affected by soaring home energy costs to secure much-needed help is set to be brought forward in the Dáil today, 22 March. This Sinn Féin Bill, which seeks to support households who are under financial pressure due to the crisis, will be debated in this evening. Sin
22/03/2022
Plans have been announced for a new £40,000 pedestrian PUFFIN crossing in Moneymore. The Department for Infrastructure is leading the scheme on High Street to help enhance road safety in the area and create inclusive infrastructure. Work will begin on the new crossing later this year. Announcing
22/03/2022
Residents in the County Meath village of Dunderry have been impacted by a burst water main. Irish Water and Meath County Council are working to restore water for customers, with homes and businesses in Dunderry, Robinstown, Ongenstown and surrounding areas affected. Dedicated water service crews
21/03/2022
Work is set to get underway on the first phase of upgrade works along Comber Greenway. Approximately £100,000 is being invested in the scheme, which will see the existing Comber Greenway upgraded from Billy Neill Soccer School of Excellence for approximately 370 metres towards Comber. Under this s
21/03/2022
A new training facility has been officially opened at the CAFRE Hill Farm Centre. The new building incorporates a large classroom and smaller meeting room, which can be combined to provide a conference hall space for up to 150 people. The new build provides students, farmers and visitors with up t
21/03/2022
Work to improve the pedestrian and active travel experience in Belfast city centre is close to completion. This pilot project, which is substantially complete, saw improvements delivered to revitalise Adelaide Street. With investment from Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon's Blue/Green Infrastr
21/03/2022
A £400,000 footway and cycleway project has been launched between Castlewellan and Newcastle in County Down. The Department for Infrastructure is leading the scheme, which takes place along the A52 Newcastle Road running from the gateway feature in Castlewellan to the junction with Sawmill Road. Th
21/03/2022
dlr Leisure Loughlinstown centre has been improved with new accessibility features. A new state-of-the-art lift system called Poolpod has been installed at the centre, providing easy and independent access to the swimming pool. Poolpod is a sleek and modern pool lift which offers a dignified and q
21/03/2022
Over 40 attendees have turned out for the first joint Ballymena Shared Housing Advisory Group meeting. Four Northern Ireland housing associations joined forces with local politicians, community representatives and a wide range of service providers to host the event in Ballymena's Tullyglass Hotel.
21/03/2022
Some rare finds have been discovered at a historic site in Carrickfergus as part of the final stages of a six year programme to restore and regenerate historic buildings around the town. The Townscape Heritage Initiative (THI) is an ambitious regeneration scheme for the town's conservation area sup
21/03/2022
A Bill to unlock funding for Northern Ireland households struggling with increased fuel and energy bills has secured accelerated passage. SDLP MLA Mark H Durkan brought the Bill to Executive Office Committee and Communities Committee at Stormont to ask for accelerated passage. The bill, which woul
21/03/2022
New Investment Plans have been revealed for Ballymena, Carrickfergus and Larne. These plans, which cover 2021-2031, were developed as a direct progression of the Larne Town Centre Regeneration Masterplan, Ballymena Town Centre Masterplan, and the work undertaken by the Carrickfergus Regeneration I
21/03/2022
A programme of water supply improvements has begun in the County Wicklow town of Greystones. Irish Water is working in partnership with Wicklow County Council to improve the supply in the town, driving down leakage and enhancing water supply. Over 1km of old and broken, cast iron water mains have
18/03/2022
Dublin-based building materials firm CRH has announced that it has completed the latest phase of its share buyback programme, returning a further €272 million ($300m) of cash to shareholders. Between 24 December 2021 and 16 March 2022, 6.1 million ordinary shares were repurchased on Euronext Dublin
18/03/2022
Construction work has gotten underway on the new Belfast Transport Hub as Infrastructure Minister, Nichola Mallon has cut the sod. The project will deliver a modern, world-class integrated transport hub to enhance local and international connectivity with bus, coach and rail links across Northern I
18/03/2022
SIPTU has successfully secured financial supports from the Department of Social Protection for members made redundant after the civil engineering and construction firm, Roadbridge, was placed in receivership. Sector Organiser, John Regan, said: "SIPTU officials met with the representatives of the a
18/03/2022
A £177,000 resurfacing scheme on Ballcarngannon Road, Boardmills is set to get underway on Wednesday 23 March 2022, the Department for Infrastructure has announced. The resurfacing scheme, which stretches from the B6 Saintfield Road to the Comber Road for 2.15 kilometres will deliver significant be
18/03/2022
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has launched a public consultation survey on the future of forests in Ireland. This is the latest phase in the development of a new Forestry Strategy for Ireland The consultation is part of the work of Project Woodland to shape a new shared vision
18/03/2022
The temporary suspension of the requirement to hold a public event as part of pre-application community consultation on major planning applications will end on 31 March 2022. This means that from 1 April developers will once again be required to hold a public event as part of the pre-application pr
16/03/2022
Construction has begun on a €3.5 million renovation project at Skerries library. Work will take place to refurbish and extend the protected structure to provide a modern library facility for the local area. This will make full use of the existing two storey library building, linking to a new large
16/03/2022
The development of Mitchelstown Georgian Quarter in County Cork is set to move forward following a key appointment. REDscape Landscape & Urbanism has agreed a deal to serve as the design team on the project, with architects set to visit the North Cork site next week. The firm will cover the feasib
16/03/2022
The A5 Western Transport Corridor (A5WTC) scheme has taken key strides forward following the publication of vital documents. The new environmental Statement Addendum and associated documentation have been published, signalling Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon's commitment to the project. Spe
16/03/2022
Northern Ireland housebuilder Hagan Homes has pledged its support to local charity Belfast Central Mission (BCM) for the third year running. Over the span of this partnership, Hagan Homes has donated £50,000, with a further £25,000 pledged in 2022. Founded in 1889, Belfast Central Mission (BCM) wa
16/03/2022
House prices are continuing to rise significantly across Ireland, a new report has revealed. The CSO Residential Property Price Index report for January 2022 showed that house prices across the State have risen by almost 15%. Prices in Dublin have increased by 13.3% and by up to 16% outside Dublin
16/03/2022
Funding has been confirmed for community projects to create greener, cleaner and healthier environments across Northern Ireland. Approximately 107 projects will share £750,000 investment through the Living Places and Spaces grant scheme as part of the £20 million Blue Green Infrastructure Fund.
16/03/2022
Approximately 20 built heritage projects across County Sligo have been boosted with new funding. This year's Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS) administered by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage pledges €4 million to over 500 projects across the country. The BHIS is one
16/03/2022
Bord Gáis has announced major price hikes to gas and electricity from next month. The company confirmed the average electricity and gas bills will rise by 27% and 39% respectively from 15 April. Sinn Féin Claire Kerrane TD representative has called for urgent action to help those affected by the
16/03/2022
A number of parks across Cork city have been enhanced thanks to a new accessible initiative. Launched by Cork City Council, the initiative saw five wheelchair swings installed in five parks over the past two weeks. The parks benefitting from the scheme include: • Clashduv Park, Togher • Ballinl
16/03/2022
Essential water supply works have been announced in Ashbourne, Co Meath, starting next week. Work will get underway on Monday 21 March and run until 2am on Tuesday 22 March to deliver new connection works at Rath Reservoir. Irish Water and Meath County Council are delivering the works to help safe
15/03/2022
Construction has got underway on a new CITB NI training facility at Nutts Corner. The Simulated Construction Site will support the industry's needs for a skilled and competent workforce through pre apprenticeship programmes, apprenticeships, FE / HE construction courses and upskilling of the existi
15/03/2022
Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has seen first-hand the new Zero Emission Buses which will enter the Translink fleet in the next few weeks during a visit to the Wrightbus factory. During a tour of the factory, the Minister met with the team that is delivering a total of 183 new zero and low
15/03/2022
A sod-turning ceremony has been held to mark the beginning of construction on 57 new homes in Moyross. Located at two sites in Dalgaish Park and Cosgrave Park, the new development will be a blend of one to four bedroom homes and forms part of the Limerick Regeneration. Contractor Townmore Ltd wil
15/03/2022
Community access facilities across Fingal have been boosted with new Connected Hubs. These new hubs help provide members of the public to remote work, study or undertake digital skills trainings. Fingal County Council secured €40,000 from the government's Connected Hubs Scheme and has used the fun
15/03/2022
Tenants living in Northern Ireland's private rented sector are set to secure better protection thanks to a new Bill. Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has finalised the Private Tenancies Bill which offers protections for tenants in areas such as rent increases, safety checks, notice to quit perio
15/03/2022
A new online platform has been developed providing a virtual display of the N/M20 Cork to Limerick project. A consultation process was held in late 2020 / early 2021, that received significant public feedback on a number of road-based and rail-based options proposed and the active travel strategy.
15/03/2022
A programme of water mains improvements has got underway in the Ballydaly area of County Cork. Led by Irish Water and Cork County Council, these works will see approximately 2km of problematic watermains in Ballydaly, Millstreet, replaced on the R582 Millstreet Road eastwards to an existing pumpin
15/03/2022
A consultant has been appointed to consider whether a new community centre is needed for the Raheen/ Dooroadoyle/ Mungret area of Limerick. Paul O'Raw is serving as the Consultant on behalf of Limerick City and County Council, with a survey now opening to welcome community engagement on the issue.
15/03/2022
The government's Fuel Allowance funding support has been criticised for its limitation and not meeting demands. Sinn Féin representative Claire Kerrane TD has called for considerable support to address the huge cost of living crisis. Speaking today, Teachta Kerrane said: "The Fuel Allowance Scheme
15/03/2022
Work is set move forward on the Clarecastle Sewerage Scheme in County Clare with the appointment of a contractor. Shareridge will deliver the work on behalf of Irish Water and Clare County Council, commencing in the coming months. This scheme will end the discharge of raw sewage into the River Fer
14/03/2022
A key bridge in Craigavon has been transformed and modernised thanks to over £500,000 investment. Marlborough Bridge, which links Rushmere Shopping Centre and Marlborough House, was upgraded under the second phase of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council's Bridge Revitalisation Proj
14/03/2022
Plans for a €5 million enhancement scheme at Corkagh Park in Clondalkin, Co Dublin, have taken a major leap forward. The scheme is progressing after a successful consultation period, with only the proposed section of footpath, adjacent and parallel to Cherrywood Crescent being removed from the prop
14/03/2022
The team overseeing the transformation of Limerick's cycling and pedestrian network has relocated to a brand new office space to support continued growth. The Active Travel team will be based at a new office in Barrow House, Limerick city centre, which undergone a major fit-out ahead of the move.
14/03/2022
A €9 million scheme to upgrade the water and wastewater infrastructure in Ballyvolane is making great strides with Phase Two works set to get underway. Led by Irish Water and Cork City Council, this project will see the development of new water and wastewater infrastructure to support growth and d
14/03/2022
Approximately £8 million is set to be invested in a new shared ownership initiative for those aged over 55. The Co-Ownership pilot will help recipients move to a more suitable home that better meets their needs. Co-Ownership is the Department for Communities' main delivery partner for affordable s
14/03/2022
A host of female apprentices at Mercury Engineering have turned out for a networking event. The engineering firm hosted an event at its Apprentice Development Centre in Dublin, showcasing the career and development opportunities available to women in construction. Panelists from across Mercury's
14/03/2022
The development of a proposed new Park and Ride at Dungiven is continuing to move forward with views from members of the public. A public exhibition event has been planned as part of the ongoing pre-application community consultation, inviting locals to speak face to face with officials. The fac
14/03/2022
Leading Irish civil engineering and construction firm Roadbridge has entered receivership. Following the announcement, the government has been urged to ensure that workers affected by the receivership have access to social protection supports, or can undertake new employment, during the 30-day 'Co
14/03/2022
Public consultation on the draft Regional Water Resource Plan Eastern and Midlands (RWRP-EM) and associated SEA Environmental Report and Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been extended. Irish Water is inviting submissions on the RWRP-EM and NIS until Friday 25 March 2022. The RWRP-EM is Irish Wate
14/03/2022
Sinn Féin has unveiled a document featuring 18 recommendations for the government's new homeless youth strategy. This strategy is currently under public consultation, with locals invited to have a say in shaping the plan. Some of the recommendations outlined by Sinn Féin include: setting a date fo
11/03/2022
A water-themed event has taken place highlighting opportunities available to third level students and discussing the integral role engineering and science plays in delivering water and wastewater services. Irish Water and Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT) are collaborating for the event to
11/03/2022
A County-Clare-based consultancy firm has been acquired by leading environmental, engineering and technical services group RSK. The industry giant boosted its ecology and renewables offering with the acquisition of Irish specialist ecological services business Inis Environmental Consultants. Foun
11/03/2022
An event has taken place at Newry's Killeavy Castle to mark the success of the Rural Development 'LEADER' Programme. Led by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, the programme supported community projects across Northern Ireland. DAERA Minister Edwin Poots attended the ev
11/03/2022
A new collaborative research programme on climate change has been launched in Dublin. The 'Smart Dún Laoghaire' programme seeks to deliver innovative research and technology projects to promote adaptation and mitigation for climate change across the County. Co-funded by the Science Foundation Ire
11/03/2022
Residents of Northern Ireland have been urged to make their voices heard regarding revisions to legislation relating to water, flooding and drainage to help tackle the climate emergency. Launching a public consultation on the revisions and improvements, Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon said:
11/03/2022
The Construction Employers Federation (CEF) has written to Chancellor Rishi Sunak as the demise of the rebate on red diesel approaches. Writing to Sunak, CEF explained the impact that the rebate removal will have on local construction and seeked a phased approach over a number of years to mitigate
11/03/2022
A warning has been issued that coal costs are reaching crisis point as prices continue to surge. Sinn Féin representative Claire Kerrane TD has called for urgent action from the government to address the issue, with a bag of coal expected to increase by as much as €5 next week. Teachta Kerrane sa
11/03/2022
An open forum has been held in Dún Laoghaire exploring the facts around the introduction of wind energy generation on the east coast of Ireland. The Green Party Dun Laoghaire and Minister Ossian Smyth welcomed locals to the event, which featured a panel of experts discussing the implications and be
11/03/2022
The cultural history and surroundings in Tallaght have been made more accessible through an innovative app. Tallaght is the second village trail to be added to the South Dublin County Heritage Trail App with 19 individual heritage points of interest in and around the village. The idea for the app
11/03/2022
A Boil Water Notice has been issued in Wexford town, impacting 20,000 local customers. Irish Water and Wexford County Council issued the Notice due to high turbidity following consultation with the Health Service Executive. The areas affected include all customers supplied by Wexford Town Public W
10/03/2022
Plans to grant planning permission for the development of Queen's Parade in Bangor are set to move forward. Bangor Marine will take on the key town centre regeneration project after Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon confirmed she will not be 'calling in' the planning application. Welcoming
10/03/2022
Antrim-based specialist joinery and interior fit-out firm Mivan has launched a search for new apprentices. The company is seeking a new intake of Apprentice Joiners, with open days scheduled at its Greystone Road premises on Tuesday 22 and Wednesday 23 March. Applications are open to anyone 16 and
10/03/2022
The Blackhead Path in Whitehead, Co Antrim, has officially been recognised as a Local Nature Reserve. A ceremony took place earlier this week to open the site with its brand new status. Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Cllr William McCaughey was joined by volunteers, local school children and Counci
10/03/2022
Work has got underway on the extension of the City Cemetery in L'Derry. E Quinn Civils Ltd is delivering the project, which will see the construction of 950 additional plots. Approved by Derry City and Strabane District Council's Planning Committee in January, the work will extend the operational
10/03/2022
The existing purpose-built baseball facility at Hydebank Playing Fields in Belfast has been enhanced with the region's first ever baseball batting cage. Recently opening at Hydebank, the batting cage is an essential piece of equipment for sports development in learning and mastering the essential s
10/03/2022
A business plan update from the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has been labelled "a catalogue of failures". These were the words of Alliance representative John Blaire MLA after the report was presented to the AERA Committee today, 10 March. "Included in this li
10/03/2022
The development of a Cultural Centre in Lusk has been boosted with brand new investment. Fingal County Council has secured €48,600 towards the project under the 2021 Town and Village Renewal Scheme Project Development Measure. The Council will work with Lusk Community Council to deliver the proj
10/03/2022
An open competition has been launched to find a host of new Members for the Historic Buildings Council and Historic Monuments Council. The Department for Communities is seeking to appoint five Members to the Historic Buildings Council and seven Members to the Historic Monuments Council. Applicati
10/03/2022
Projects proposals are being sought in County Cavan under Measure 1 of the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme. The Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme 2022 (ORIS) will support opportunities for recreational amenities located near rivers, lakes and beaches and also seeks to support recrea
10/03/2022
A project is progressing well to increase the storage capacity at Windmill Hill Reservoir in County Meath. Irish Water is working alongside Meath County Council to deliver the project, which also includes plans to replace the existing water main between Windmill reservoir and Ratoath Village. The
09/03/2022
The first phase of the Clooney Masterplan in L'Derry is set to get underway with over £500,000 new funding. Under the first phase of work, Derry City and Strabane District Council will develop derelict greenspace into publicly accessible and usable recreational space. This will form the canvas for
09/03/2022
Global water and wastewater treatment technology leader DuPont Water Solutions is set to invest in its manufacturing facility in Athlone. The firm will deliver a major transformation of the OxyMem™ Membrane Aerated Biofilm Reactor (MABR) to help increase global demand. OxyMem™ was the first compa
09/03/2022
Construction has begun on an exciting new replacement play park at Castlemara in Carrickfergus. The new facility will include a number of inclusive pieces of play equipment to meet the needs of children with a range of abilities, enhancing accessibility for all. It will include a basket swing, dis
09/03/2022
Significant changes to building regulations are set to increase the provision of Changing Places toilets across Northern Ireland. The new regulations will make provisions requiring Changing Places toilets in certain buildings commonly used by the public. Changing Places Toilet facilities meet the
09/03/2022
The Climate Change Bill has been passed at its Final Stage in the Northern Ireland Assembly. This major move sees the region join the rest of Western Europe with distinct climate legislation. Welcoming the passing of the Bill, Green Party NI Leader Clare Bailey MLA said: "The Green Party NI has se
09/03/2022
The roll out of the £200 Energy Support Payment scheme has been delayed due to a "technical glitch". Low-income households affected by the rising energy prices were due to receive the payment tomorrow, Thursday 09 March, but will instead secure the funds a day later, Friday 10 March. SDLP represe
09/03/2022
Fingal County Council is preparing to donate 16,000 trees to local residents as part of this year's National Tree Week. The annual event, which runs from 21-27 March, will see the Council encourage locals to plant their own tree as they distribute them across the county. Trees will be made availabl
09/03/2022
Work is set to begin to regenerate the Templemore Avenue/Albertbridge Road junction in East Belfast this month. Under the project, footways and landscaping will be upgraded as well as shopfront improvement works along the Albertbridge Road from Stormont Lane to Glenallen Street. Announcing £497,00
09/03/2022
A new tree has been planted in Randalstown to mark Her Majesty the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Residents from Radius Housing (Maine Fold) and Groggan Primary School children came together to mark the occasion. The Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Billy Webb said: "Planting trees for the
09/03/2022
A programme of water network improvements is progressing well in Cork City. Customers on Albert Road, Centre Park Road, Victoria Road, Eglantine Street, Furlong Street, Kennedy Quay, Marquee Road and surrounding areas have been issued a warning that there may be disruption to water supply from 9pm
08/03/2022
An event has been held to mark the beginning of construction on the new Shankill Shared Women's Centre in Belfast. Coinciding with International Women's Day 2022, work has got underway on the €6.5 million EU-funded centre which will serve as the new home for Shankill Women's Centre and be shared wi
08/03/2022
The engineering industry has come under pressure to take further action to ensure qualified female engineers remain in the sector. Engineers Ireland has called for greater action after data from the Higher Education Authority indicated that 23% of engineering graduates are female despite female en
08/03/2022
Mercury Engineering has put emphasis on the importance of health and wellbeing in the workplace with a new appointment. The firm has named professional Life coach Niamh Gilmore as the new Group Health & Wellbeing Coordinator. Niamh has an advanced coaching accreditation from the Irish Life Coach
08/03/2022
A series of new environmental provisions are set to be introduced in Northern Ireland following approval from the Assembly. The Environment (2021 Act) (Commencement and Saving Provision) Order (Northern Ireland) 2022 brings into force a range of environmental measures, including a new legal framewo
08/03/2022
The Kildare-Meath Grid Upgrade has taken a key step forward with the announcement of the emerging best performing route option. A high-capacity underground cable connecting Dunstown substation near Two Mile House in Kildare and Woodland substation near Batterstown in Meath, the Kildare-Meath Grid U
08/03/2022
New figures from the Rental Tenancies Board have sparked a plea for better protections for renters in the private market. The RTB data shows 614 notices were given to renters by landlords who intended to sell the property in Q4 of 2021. Labour representative Rebecca Moynihan has called for the urg
08/03/2022
Work is beginning to consider the development of a new greenway connecting Counties Cork and Waterford. This potential link would see a greenway developed along a 77.35km stretch of scenic countryside adjacent to the River Blackwater, using viaduct crossings at key landmark locations. It would run
08/03/2022
The water supply in Clondalkin, Lucan and surrounding areas has been improved with the installation of new valves. Irish Water and South Dublin County Council worked to deliver the works this morning, 08 March, from 4am until 8pm. Customers in North Clondalkin, Neilstown, Liffey Valley, Lucan Vil
08/03/2022
The recent transfer of land in Craigavon to a local community organisation has been welcomed by a Sinn Féin representative. Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey announced the move to give a site owned by her Department to Brownlow Ltd. Welcoming the decision, Sinn Féin Upper Bann MLA John O'Dowd sa
08/03/2022
Essential night-time restrictions were put in place in County Meath after operational issues at Trim Water Treatment Plant. The restrictions, which were implemented from 10pm last night, Monday 07 Match, until 6am this morning, 08 March, helped Brayhill Reservoir levels recover. The following loca
07/03/2022
Wind has achieved its highest share of demand in Ireland by providing over half of the country's electricity in February. The February Wind Energy report from Wind Energy Ireland showed that wind energy provided 53% of the nation's electricity last month. It was the number one source of electricity
07/03/2022
Tim Hortons has brought over 50 jobs to Antrim town with the launch of a brand new store. The new location at The Junction Shopping Complex in Antrim represents the company's ninth store in Northern Ireland. Speaking as he attended a special pre-opening event, the Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey
07/03/2022
Work is taking shape on the Giant of the Sperrins Sculpture Trail to help drive rural tourism across Northern Ireland. World-renowned artist Thomas Dambo is creating unique art pieces to site at three site locations in the Sperrins. Key site preparation work is taking place at these sites. The Sp
07/03/2022
Tenants in Kilmacthomas, Co Waterford, are preparing to pick up the keys to their new homes. A social housing development has reached completion, bringing 16 new units to the area. The development, Port na Machan, is funded by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Anton Lenn
07/03/2022
McHale Plant Sales has completed the 'reconfiguring' of its Parts and After-Sales Service operations at its locations in Birdhill and Rathcoole. The Irish distributors have built a great reputation supplying products from Komatsu, Metso Outotec, Komatsu Forest, Merlo and Terex Ecotec. The aim of t
07/03/2022
A deal has been agreed for the development of 16 new homes in Cavan Town and Kingscourt. Contracts were signed for the new units during a visit from the Minister of State with responsibility for Local Government and Planning, Peter Burke TD. During his visit, he saw first hand the restoration of v
07/03/2022
A proposal has been put forward to extend the £200 energy payment support scheme in Northern Ireland amid news of further fuel and energy increases. This comes after the Utility Regulator announced an increase in SSE Airtricity gas prices in the Belfast and western distribution areas. SDLP Deputy
07/03/2022
Builders and developers are being sought to deliver affordable turnkey homes in County Cork. Cork County Council is encouraging interested homebuilders to develop homes or apartments with planning permission under a turnkey type arrangement. The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Gillian Coughlan
07/03/2022
A new skate park has reached completion at Muckers Field in Comber. FP McCann delivered the work as part of the PEACE IV Shared Spaces project, along with associated LED lighting, fencing, landscaping and path infrastructure. The skate park is suitable for skateboards, scooters, BMXs, rollerblades
07/03/2022
A site of land in Craigavon is set to be transferred to a local community organisation. Owned by the Department for Communities, the site will be transferred to Brownlow Ltd, which has been leasing it since 1991. This transaction will take place under the Community Asset Transfer (CAT) programme
04/03/2022
A sod-turning ceremony has been held to mark the beginning of construction on the new Athy Distributor Road in Kildare. When complete, the new 3.4km Athy Distributor Road will include the provision of two new roundabouts, new signalised cross-roads junctions, approximately 3.4km of footpath and cyc
04/03/2022
The remains of a shipwreck have been found at Portrush Harbour. Members of the public contacted the Historic Environment Division earlier this week, Tuesday 01 March, after recent storms revealed the shipwreck among the sand at the bottom of the early 19th century slipway. HED archaeologists vis
04/03/2022
A key milestone has been reached on the development of the long-awaited Strathfoyle Greenway. Construction is underway on the project, which will see a new 2.7km greenway built from the end of the Waterside Greenway at Foyle Bridge to Stradowen Drive in Strathfoyle. Boasting great views of the R
04/03/2022
Kirby Group Engineering has successfully achieved the prestigious CPD Accredited Employer Standard by Engineers Ireland. Recognising the company's continuing professional development (CPD) strategy, this standard enables engineers and engineering employers to raise competency levels and deliver ta
04/03/2022
Construction has begun on the new £5 million Antrim and Newtownabbey Crematorium. Located on Doagh Road, the new development will feature a state-of-the-art facility for families and mourners including a memorial garden and columbarium for the interment of ashes. This building will lie in a park
04/03/2022
The current NI Railways cable route infrastructure has been boosted thanks to a programme of work onto and along Whiteabbey Station Platform. FP McCann installed a new rail signalling trough and duct route in the area, which helps facilitate the ongoing Fortwilliam to Bleach Green Re-Signalling Pr
04/03/2022
A programme of roadworks is set to get underway in the County Antrim village of Glenavy next week. The Department for Infrastructure is investing £149,000 to improve a section of Ballyvannon Road, stretching from the B12 Lough Road to the Aghadolgan Road for 1.13 kilometres. Work will begin on Mon
04/03/2022
The Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) is set to invest in its stock with the implementation of the Tower Block Action Plan and Thermal Insulation programmes. Plans are moving forward for both programmes after the NIHE secured a £16 million new investment. Announcing the funding, Communitie
04/03/2022
Work is moving forward to provide an improved water supply for residents in the Strandhill area of Co Sligo. Irish Water and Sligo County Council are working to decommission approximately 3km of old cast iron watermains and replace them with new high density polyethylene (plastic) pipes. These wo
04/03/2022
Delays and problems in NI's planning system are costing jobs and livelihoods, Chair of the Assembly's Infrastructure Committee Jonathan Buckley has said. Buckley made the comments following an Audit Office report on the planning system in Northern Ireland and revelations that companies are turning
03/03/2022
The former Our Lady of Mercy High School in Strabane is set to be transformed into a new housing development. Full approval was granted for the project at the recent Derry City and Strabane District Council Planning Committee meeting. Members of the Committee voted in favour of the development,
03/03/2022
The visitor experience at Gortin Glens Forest Park has been significantly enhanced with a host of new facilities. Approximately £1.1 million was invested in a Destination Play Park, Trim trail, 13 kilometres of mountain bike trails, five waymarked walking trails of varying lengths for all abilities
03/03/2022
Northern Ireland specialist Electronic Automation Engineers (EAE) has enhanced its company growth with a new head office and manufacturing facility. The firm, which has offered a specialised service providing bespoke or predefined automation system design and integration of machinery and manufactu
03/03/2022
Work is continuing to move forward on multi-million pound upgrades at the Derg Water Treatment Works (WTW). Approximately £12 million is being invested in the project, which will improve the water quality within the Derg network and provide additional security of the water supply to customers in t
03/03/2022
Improvement works to Newbuildings Cricket Club and Newbuildings United Football Club have reached a major milestone with the completion of Phase 2. These works included new fencing, gates, hardstanding and traffic calming measures and builds on the successful partnership that oversaw the delivery o
03/03/2022
The development of a £365,000 flood alleviation scheme in West Belfast has reached substantial completion. Approximately 180 metres of new culvert has been constructed on the La Salle Stream in the Riverdale Park East area, with some re-planting planned for the Spring. Welcoming the completion of
03/03/2022
An area in L'Derry has been identified as a location for a possible pilot scheme which aims to reduce flooding sustainably. Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has confirmed her intention to bring a pilot Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) to the O'Naullian Crescent area. Discussing the potent
03/03/2022
Improvements to cycle and footway provision in Newtownabbey have got underway this week to help create more active travel options in the area. The Department for Infrastructure is investing £275,000 in a segregated cycle-footway scheme on O'Neill Road. Work includes the installation of new segrega
03/03/2022
A water-saving project has recently been completed in Creeslough, Co Donegal. Led by Irish Water and Donegal County Council, this work saw ageing water mains replaced on Cashel Road, ensuring the volume of clean water being lost underground is reduced and improving the reliability of water being pr
03/03/2022
An SDLP councillor has hit out at Sinn Féin over claims the party were against the redevelopment of Templemore Sports Complex. Sinn Fein MLA Pádraig Delargy recently tweeted that the SDLP opposed the redevelopment of Templemore at a vote within the council in 2019. These claims have been slammed by
02/03/2022
The flagship £220 million A6 Dungiven to Drumahoe Dualling Scheme is making significant progress as the earthworks, drainage and structures all near completion. When complete, the scheme will provide 25.5 kilometres of high standard dual carriageway between Drumahoe and Dungiven, including a bypass
02/03/2022
A new competition has been launched seeking early career architects to pitch creative design concepts for a vacant site in Belfast city centre. The Storylines Design Competition 2022 is offering the winning architect, or team of architects, a budget of up to £120,000, a mentorship and the chance t
02/03/2022
Funding of approximately €70 million has been put forward to support the maintenance and improvement of road, cycling and walking infrastructure across Donegal in 2022. The Department of Transport allocated over €35m to the County, adding to the €29.5m confirmed from the Transport Infrastructure Ir
02/03/2022
A multi-million pound project to bring faster broadband to many rural communities across Northern Ireland has benefited over 22,000 premises so far. Economy Minister Gordon Lyons delivered an update on Project Stratum to the Northern Ireland Assembly, confirming more than 10,000 fibre poles had be
02/03/2022
Plans have been announced for the development of an action plan to protect and restore Northern Ireland's blue carbon habitats. The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs will bring forward the action plan. DAERA Minister Edwin Poots confirmed his intention for the plan during a
02/03/2022
Parr Group and Parr Facilities Management have created over 20 new jobs with the launch of a specialist renewables company. Representing an investment of £1 million, Parr Renewables Ltd will collaborate with colleagues across the Parr teams to deliver tailored sustainable energy solutions alongsid
02/03/2022
Construction industry professionals have been issued a reminder about the importance of health and safety when working at heights. HSENI has launched a new campaign which specifically focuses on using suitable access equipment, working platforms and edge protection when working at height. This cam
02/03/2022
A lengthy programme of roadworks have been announced in Lisburn, starting next month. The Department for Infrastructure is moving forward with a £377,000 carriageway and footway resurfacing scheme on Belsize Road. Work will get underway on Monday 07 March, extending from Kirkwoods Road in a south
02/03/2022
Four projects in County Cork are set to move forward with new funding under the Town and Village Renewal Scheme. Approximately €893,001 was awarded to projects in Cobh, Mitchelstown, Kiskeam and Castletownbere. This will support the development of town centre Remote Working Hubs at Cobh and Mitch
02/03/2022
A motion is set to pass urging greater transparency regarding tree protection and work on protected trees in Northern Ireland. Led by Green Party NI Councillors in Ards and North Down, the motion will provide better protection for trees and help deliver more information on upcoming works. Green
01/03/2022
Residents of Meakstown in Fingal are set to benefit from an exciting, modern recreational hub. Plans have been approved for the project, will see a new energy efficient circular building developed with a three-court sports hall, four large multipurpose rooms for activities and parking provision for
01/03/2022
Engineering firms across Ireland have been advised to continue supporting future talent growth with STEM-based outreach activities ahead of this year's STEPS Engineers Week. Caroline Spillane, Director General of Engineers Ireland, and Intel Ireland Factory Manager Joe English has reminded industry
01/03/2022
The development of a £34 million new build Ardnashee School and College in L'Derry has taken a major step forward with the award of a construction contract. Woodvale Construction in Omagh has a struck a £28m deal to deliver the works, with the Department of Education approving the award of the tend
01/03/2022
A new project is set to be rolled out across Dublin city calling on children to help design cycle routes. Trinity College Dublin and European Partners are joining forces to deliver the project, inviting children from DEIS schools to create solutions to cycling barriers on their school route and to
01/03/2022
A new report claiming many of the impacts of the climate crisis are now irreversible has been met with concern from an Alliance MP. Stephen Farry has outlined the latest UN assessment as a damning indictment of political failure. Along with stating the irreversible impacts, the latest Intergover
01/03/2022
Irish Water's Certified Water Stewardship course is continuing to become more and more popular with companies nationwide. An additional 22 companies have joined the course in an effort to help safeguard water resources across the country. Developed in partnership with the Lean & Green Skillnet,
01/03/2022
The government has come under pressure to move forward with the referendum on the Right to Housing by setting a date. Sinn Féin representative Eoin Ó Broin TD has called for urgent action on the issue, which has already garnered support from a large section of the Oireachtas Housing committee. Te
01/03/2022
Irwin Mechanical & Electrical has been recognised for its continued commitment to sustainability with an award from Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council. The company secured the Commitment to Sustainability and Responsible Business Award at the ABC Business Awards 2022. This award re
01/03/2022
Galway Rural Development has been praised for its continued work supporting local communities through LEADER and other EU funding programmes. Sinn Féin MEP Chris MacManus spoke about the effectiveness of local development strategies at grassroots level after meeting with Galway Rural Development CE
01/03/2022
Work is underway to upgrade the water network in Portmarnock, Fingal, as part of continued development and growth in the area. Irish Water is working with Fingal County Council to carry out works, impacting customers on Carrickhill Rd and surrounding areas in Portmarnock who may experience temporar
