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NewsTransport & InfrastructureIrish Civil Engineering Sector Facing Rapid Evolution and Legacy Recruitment Challenges
Representatives from the Irish engineering sector have highlighted how rapid changes and a post-2008 talent drain continue to affect major infrastructure delivery.
NewsEnergy, Utilities & RenewablesSolar Grant Applications Surge as Irish Households Face Rising Energy Bills
Demand for domestic solar panel grants in Ireland has risen sharply, with more than 10,000 applications recorded in the first three months of 2026.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureDCC Appoints Contractor for Phase 1 of Parnell Square City Library Project
Dublin City Council has appointed Purcell Construction Limited as the main contractor for Phase 1 of the new City Library at Parnell Square North.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureWaterford Council suspends Portlaw estate boil water notice
A precautionary boil water notice for 74 homes in Portlaw has been deferred until 21 August following a water fee dispute.
NewsHousing & ResidentialHigh Court orders removal of 29 houses built without planning permission in south Dublin
The High Court has dismissed an appeal by a developer, upholding orders to remove 29 unauthorised homes in south County Dublin within six weeks.
NewsEnergy, Utilities & RenewablesSEAI Grants and Bill Savings Drive Irish Household Solar Adoption
Irish households are weighing solar panels as electricity costs rise, with SEAI grants of €1,800 helping reduce the typical post-grant installation cost to €6,000.
NewsCommercial & RetailGreystones beauty salon faces uncertainty after two retention appeals rejected
The Greystones-based salon Makeup by Beth, which was built without planning permission, has had two planning retention appeals rejected.
NewsHousing & ResidentialWRC rules Dublin property manager discriminated against social housing tenant over gym access
The Workplace Relations Commission has ordered Dillon Marshall Property Consultants to pay €2,500 to a tenant blocked from using an on-site gym.
NewsEnergy, Utilities & RenewablesGovernment urged to consider nuclear energy option as legislative proposal tables end to ban
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has called for serious consideration of nuclear power in Ireland's future energy plans, while legislation has been tabled to end the statutory ban.
NewsCommercial & RetailWater Solutions Ireland plans new headquarters in Newry
Water Solutions Ireland has applied for planning permission to construct a new purpose-built headquarters at Carnbane Business Park.
NewsEnergy, Utilities & RenewablesIreland Records New Daily Solar Peak of 1,258 MW
Ireland reached a record daily solar electricity peak of 1,258 MW on 11 August 2026, representing roughly one third of the country's electricity demand at the time.
NewsHousing & ResidentialTipperary Housing Development Seeks Extension Following Developer Liquidation
An extension of planning permission is being sought for a Tipperary housing development after the developer entered liquidation.