The banking sector has called for a targeted Credit Guarantee scheme for SME builders and developers in order to unlock critical private finance which will be required to meet expected higher housing targets. The report, which was commissioned by Banking & Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI), examines how the lending capacity of the banking sector can […]
JJ Rhatigan & Company recently organised a company-wide fundraising event to support Stephen Corroon, a Senior Engineer who suffered a severe injury during a cycling event over the May Bank Holiday. On Friday, September 6th, JJ Rhatigan employees across six locations participated in a 9-hour stationary cycle to raise funds for Stephen and his family. […]
Wavin has launched B125, a new range of covers and frames to complement its extensive A15 offering designed for use in gravity drainage installations. The Ductile Iron B125 covers and frames, available in 450mm and 600mm square sizes, are designed for use in private residential and non-residential pedestrian areas – making them ideal for single domestic […]
Uisce Éireann has welcomed the removal of a further 25,763 customers in eight water supplies nationwide from the Environmental Protection Agency’s Remedial Action List. The RAL currently reflects the huge progress made by the utility in improving processes for testing and monitoring water supplies, improving drinking water quality and protecting public health. The Remedial Action […]
‘Exploring how to make better homes, building them as often as possible’, JFOC Architects is a design-led, award-winning practice with strong technical competencies specialising in large-scale private and social housing. Founded in 1987 by John F O’Connor – who remains involved in a consultancy capacity – JFOC Architects is a 15-people practice fronted by Dominic Stevens and Claire McManus. The Harold’s […]
After Gary Williamson of The Panelling Centre, Furry Park was named Branch Manager of the Year at the second annual Chadwicks Appreciation and Recognition Awards (CARAs), Building Ireland touched base with the highly-valued Chadwicks Group stalwart to gauge his reaction. Celebrating and recognising colleague excellence across Chadwicks Group nationwide, the second annual Chadwicks Appreciation and […]
Elkstone, one of Ireland’s leading alternatives investment specialists, and Harrison Street, a global real assets investment management firm, have announced the development of a new 345-bed purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) at Queen Street in Galway City. The project is due for completion in 2026 and forms part of a wider partnership to deliver 1,500 purpose-built student beds […]
The Land Development Agency (LDA) and Dublin City Council (DCC) have welcomed the granting of planning permission for 708 cost rental and social homes at Cherry Orchard in Dublin 10. The plans, approved by An Bord Pleanála, will allow for the construction of 547 cost rental and 161 social housing homes at Cherry Orchard Point, […]
In an increasingly competitive and demanding industry, Clankee Construction has quickly built a stellar reputation for consistently delivering high-quality projects that invariably exceed client expectations. Building Ireland sat down with founder Ray O’Reilly to learn more about this industry-leading Cavan / Monaghan based contractor. Every Clankee Construction project is completed on time, within budget and […]
Based just outside of Dundalk, Co Louth, Fine Living Ltd specialises in providing a full carpentry service for its clients, specialising in timber frame Installations and a full supply & fit carpentry package for high volume developers. Building Ireland heard more from Managing Director Ciaran Byrne on the ins and outs of his company – […]