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31-10-2025

Approval granted for Luas extension to Finglas in Dublin

An Coimisiún Pleanála has approved the extension of the Luas network in north Dublin. The project will involve the construction of tracks between the existing Green Line terminus at Broombridge and a new terminus at Charlestown in Finglas. There will be four stops – St Helena's,

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30-10-2025

Plans for almost 20 new apartments refused by Cork City Council

Cork City Council has refused plans for almost 20 new apartments in the northside. Developers Michael and Siobhan O'Regan sought planning permission to demolish Rebrona Court House, located on St Theresas Road and Ballymacthomas St in Gurranabraher, to make way for the construction of 17

29-10-2025

New train station gets planning permission near primary school in Moyross

MOYROSS IS OFFICIALLY getting a new train station, after Limerick City and Co Council granted planning permission for its construction today. Iarnród Éireann has welcomed the approval of the new stop on the Galway-Limerick train line. The project is funded by the Department of

29-10-2025

Irish Rail hopes to have Western Rail Corridor construction underway before 2030

The long-awaited reopening of the Western Rail Corridor between Claremorris and Athenry could be delivered “in three years” if there were no funding constraints, according to Iarnród Éireann CEO Mary Considine. Speaking at the latest meeting of the Joint Committee on

28-10-2025

Construction to begin on long-awaited Glanmire primary care centre by Halloween

Work on a new primary care centre in Glanmire, Cork, will begin by Halloween, the HSE has confirmed. The commitment follows earlier concerns about planning delays linked to potential flooding near the site, which have since been resolved. The HSE said the developer intends to start construction on

23-10-2025

11,000 vacant and derelict properties 'have been identified for compulsory purchase'

Some 11,000 vacant and derelict properties have been identified for compulsory purchase orders (CPOs) by local authorities. However, many landowners will likely engage with councils and avail of government grants to bring their properties back into use before a CPO is actually issued on their

22-10-2025

'Super Casino' granted planning permission in Cork suburb

Plans for a 'super casino' in the Cork suburb of Ballincollig have been approved after the planning appeals body, An Coimisiún Pleanála, overturned a decision by Cork City Council planners to reject the development. Coalquay Leisure Ltd lodged plans in April of 2024 with the City

21-10-2025

7 Tips to Avoid Recruiter Burnout

Recruitment is a high-pressure industry! Ambitious targets, demanding clients, heavy workloads, long hours, and constant candidate rejections all contribute to a fast-paced and often overwhelming environment.

21-10-2025

Waterford Airport secures €30m investment to restore commercial flights in 2027

The future of Waterford Airport has been secured after Waterford City and County Council approved a €30m investment in the service by an unnamed US investor. The investment, which was rubber stamped at a special council meeting in the city, was brought forward by Bolster Group through a new

20-10-2025

Tips for Highlighting Your Construction Experience on a CV

Your CV is more than just summarising your jobs – it’s a tool to show employers that you’ve got the right skills, experience and work ethic. Whether you’re a labourer, site engineer, or project manager, the way you present your experience can really make or break your

20-10-2025

MetroLink’s cost overruns to be split between State and contractors

Cost overruns on the multi-billion euro MetroLink project are expected to be split between the State and contractors to avoid repeating mistakes of the new National Children’s Hospital, which has seen massive budget overruns. New documents obtained by the Sunday Independent also reveal that

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