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NewsPlanning Policy & LegislationCIH Ireland calls for strategic reforms to professionalise the housing sector
The Chartered Institute of Housing Ireland has released its inaugural report calling for five strategic actions to professionalise the national housing sector.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureSeanad Debates Dublin Airport Bill to Remove 32-Million Passenger Cap
The 27th Seanad has debated the Dublin Airport (Passenger Capacity) Bill 2026, which aims to remove the 32-million-passenger planning cap imposed on the airport.
NewsTransport & InfrastructureLimerick BusConnects Timeline Delayed to 2030 Amid Rising Costs, Dáil Hears
The delivery timeline for the BusConnects programme in Limerick has been extended to 2030, with estimated project costs rising significantly.
NewsPlanning Policy & LegislationDublin TDs Raise Planning Enforcement Threat Facing Stoneybatter and Phibsborough Businesses in Dáil
Dublin TDs have raised concerns in the Dáil over Dublin City Council planning enforcement actions targeting two local businesses in Dublin 7.
NewsEnergy, Utilities & RenewablesElectric Ireland to increase residential electricity and gas prices from July 2026
Electric Ireland has announced price rises of 8% for residential electricity and 7.7% for residential gas, taking effect on 1 July 2026.
NewsHousing & ResidentialNorthern Ireland construction output returns to 2008/09 levels
Construction output in Northern Ireland has reached £4.9 billion in cash terms for the 2025/26 financial year, matching output levels last seen in 2008/09.
NewsHeritage & ConservationArson investigation launched after fire destroys historic Downpatrick convent interior
A major fire has severely damaged the interior of the 150-year-old former Convent of Mercy building in Downpatrick, County Down.
NewsPlanning Policy & LegislationGovernment announces major draft planning guidelines for rural and Gaeltacht housing
Cabinet has approved the Draft Sustainable Rural and Gaeltacht Housing National Planning Statement to standardise one-off housing rules nationwide.
NewsHousing & ResidentialDublin City Council approves 14-storey student scheme near Croke Park
Dublin City Council has granted planning permission for a 14-storey development containing 365 student bed spaces and 54 apartments next to Croke Park, despite local concerns over height.
NewsEnergy, Utilities & RenewablesHitachi Energy announces €4m investment in new Dublin Service Centre to strengthen electricity grid
Hitachi Energy has announced a €4 million investment to set up a new Service Centre in Dublin North Park to support critical grid infrastructure.
NewsHeritage & ConservationDeliberate fire destroys historic former convent building in Downpatrick
A deliberate fire has destroyed the interior of the 150-year-old former Convent of Mercy in Downpatrick, County Down.
NewsEnvironment & ClimateOn-the-spot littering and dog fouling fines to rise to €250 from September
On-the-spot fines for littering and dog fouling in Ireland will increase from €150 to €250 starting on 1 September 2026.