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14-04-2026

Construction activity picked up again in March, AIB index finds

Activity in the Irish construction sector picked up again last month, and at an even faster rate than in February, according to a leading index. The impact of higher fuel prices was felt, however, affecting suppliers’ delivery times. A shortage of some materials and a difficulty finding

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13-04-2026

Galway ring road gets planning approval after years of delays

The Galway City Ring Road has been granted planning permission. Galway County and City Councils are welcoming the decision by An Coimisiún Pleanála. The 18-kilometre road would run from the M6 motorway on the outskirts of the city to west of Barna. Friends of the Irish Environment,

10-04-2026

Plans for over 300 homes on Cork GAA land quashed by High Court ruling

The planning commission has been tasked once again with deciding on an ambitious housing plan by the Cork County GAA Board, located on a cherished site on the northside of Cork City. Plans for more than 300 homes on a more than 15-hectare site on the Old Whitechurch Road, Kilbarry, were approved in

08-04-2026

The Most In-Demand Construction Jobs in Ireland Right Now

Ireland’s construction sector isn’t short of work, it’s short of people. Across housing, infrastructure and commercial development, projects are moving ahead at pace. But without the workforce to deliver them, progress slows. Recent reports suggest the industry needs around 25,000

08-04-2026

Early Success at 75 London Wall!

Since starting on-site with Multiplex in January, our team has already made a real impact, so it’s fantastic to see their efforts recognised so quickly. For the January and February contractor awards, O’Neill & Brennan UK proudly took home a double win.

07-04-2026

Cork Luas preferred route to be unveiled with major changes later this month

The preferred route for the Cork Luas will be published later this month and is expected to contain a number of significant changes to the earlier emerging preferred route (EPR), which was published last year. Among the changes understood to be included are a 2km extension at the western end, a

01-04-2026

Cork and Ireland's tallest residential building rises

Cork is on track to reclaim the title of having Ireland’s tallest residential building as the main core of the 25-storey Railyard development, which now stands at over 85.5m, was completed over the weekend. Specialist contractor Slipform Engineering Ltd commenced pouring the lift and stair

30-03-2026

GAA club could lose 50% of its pitches due to Metrolink construction

One of Dublin's oldest GAA clubs is facing the prospect of losing 50% of its playing pitches, due to construction of the Metrolink project. Members of Fingallian’s GAA met Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien this morning, calling for urgent action to address the situation. Under the

27-03-2026

Irish construction entering multi-year ‘super cycle’ with 5% growth forecast for 2026 – Goodbody

The Investing in Irish Construction & Materials report indicates that the Irish construction sector has momentum, with Euroconstruct forecasting a 5% output growth in 2026 for the industry, twice the Western European average. Confidence for the future of Irish construction is positive, with the

26-03-2026

Construction inflation caused by Iran War could hit house building in Ireland, ESRI warns

CONFLICT IN THE Middle East has led to a revised inflation forecast, with the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) warning that other inflationary pressures could impact the delivery of housing. In a revised estimate, the ESRI is predicting a 3.2% inflation rate for 2026, and 2.7% in 2027.

25-03-2026

MetroLink looks to buy over 100 Dublin homes ahead of construction

The State is looking to purchase over 100 Dublin homes ahead of the construction of the MetroLink. Talks have begun between MetroLink officials and some affected homeowners, with compulsory purchase orders also being issued to some city-centre homes owned by Dublin City Council. Many affected

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