Builders’ register inspectors will have power to enter sites and search homesThe first ever legally required register of building contractors aims to weed out rogue operators and prevent faulty builds
CIF claims Irish Water’s ‘chronic delays’ adding €6k to the prices of new homesThe hold-ups in getting developments connected to water services are posing a huge problem to builders, says Tom Parlon
Dublin cranes flying close to all-time record on building sitesA crane count by the Construction Industry Federation puts the number of cranes at work across Dublin at 120, while in Cork city, there are just 19
Delays for PPS numbers and work permits slowing recruitment of construction workers ‘You will get your PPS number within an hour in most jurisdictions. This notion of waiting for six weeks here is just incredible’
Retailers hit by new restrictions call for the return of click-and-collectLeading figures in retail and construction say they understand the need for the latest lockdown, but fear the cost will be substantial
