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Dublin Renewal Plan Advances but Government Says Public Impact Must Improve

Dublin Renewal Plan Advances but Government Says Public Impact Must Improve First-year Taskforce review records progress on major regeneration projects, policing, street cleaning and public-realm investment, while acknowledging that further visible change is required 4 August 2026 The Government has reported progress on the first phase of its plan to...

National Broadband Plan passes 500,000 premises as rural fibre rollout enters final phase

National Broadband Plan passes 500,000 premises as rural fibre rollout enters final phase   More than half a million homes, farms and businesses can now order high-speed fibre broadband as National Broadband Plan remains on track for completion by the end of 2026 More than 500,000 homes, farms and businesses...

Local Democracy Reform Marks Biggest Shift in Council Powers for a Generation

Local Democracy Reform Marks Biggest Shift in Council Powers for a Generation Government implementation plan sets out roadmap to strengthen local democracy, expand the powers of councillors and establish Municipal Councils nationwide by 2029   The Government has published its Local Democracy Taskforce – Government Implementation Plan, setting out one...

Revised National Ports Policy Opens for Public Consultation

Revised National Ports Policy Opens for Public Consultation Department of Transport invites public submissions on the future policy framework for Ireland’s commercial ports until 28 August 2026   The Department of Transport has launched an eight-week public consultation on the draft revised National Ports Policy, inviting members of the public...
Glasson Village to Benefit from New Public Car Park and Bus Stop Following OPW Land Transfer

Glasson Village to Benefit from New Public Car Park and Bus Stop Following OPW Land Transfer

Glasson Village to Benefit from New Public Car Park and Bus Stop Following OPW Land Transfer Office of Public Works transfers lands at Glasson Garda Station to Westmeath County Council to improve accessibility, road safety and local connectivity.   The Office of Public Works (OPW) has formally transferred lands adjacent...
Government to Require Clearer Communication with Communities on Major Infrastructure Projects

Government to Require Clearer Communication with Communities on Major Infrastructure Projects

Government to Require Clearer Communication with Communities on Major Infrastructure Projects New national framework aims to help communities better understand how infrastructure supports housing, transport, water services and flood protection Communities across Ireland can expect to receive clearer and more accessible information about major infrastructure projects under new measures announced...

Draft Galway Wastewater Strategy Open for Public Consultation

Draft Galway Wastewater Strategy Open for Public Consultation Uisce Éireann | Public consultation open from 28 May 2026 to 23 July 2026   Uisce Éireann has launched an eight-week public consultation on the Draft Galway Wastewater Strategy, inviting residents, businesses, community organisations and stakeholders to help shape the future of...
Provision of Temporary Park & Ride Facility for Ryder Cup 2027 Opens for Public Consultation in Limerick

Provision of Temporary Park & Ride Facility for Ryder Cup 2027 Opens for Public Consultation in Limerick

Provision of Temporary Park & Ride Facility for Ryder Cup 2027 Opens for Public Consultation in Limerick Limerick City and County Council has opened a public consultation on proposals for a temporary Park & Ride facility at Collopy’s Cross, Attyflin, Patrickswell, Co. Limerick. The consultation forms part of the wider...
Multi-functional Community, Arts and Commercial Space Proposed for Newcastle West

Multi-functional Community, Arts and Commercial Space Proposed for Newcastle West

Multi-functional Community, Arts and Commercial Space Proposed for Newcastle West Limerick City and County Council has opened a public consultation on plans to transform a number of existing buildings on Maiden Street, Newcastle West, into a new multi-functional community, arts and commercial hub. The consultation is open from 24 April...