R&D tax relief: A policy with strong foundations that needs snagging

In our latest guest blog, we hear from CIF Corporate Partners, Invennt, about Ireland’s R&D tax credits.

Industry News - 02 Oct 2025
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CSPAC launches 3-year Action Plan ‘promoting continuous improvement in health and safety performance’

Promoting continuous improvement in health and safety performance is paramount across the construction industry, where employers, trade unions, professional bodies, government, and state agencies collaborate.

Industry News - 14 Aug 2025
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The Construction Industry Federation welcomes additional capital spending on infrastructure in Budget ’25, but underlines need for firm timelines on delivery

The Construction Industry Federation has welcomed additional capital spending on infrastructure in Budget ’25 but has underlined the need for firm timelines on delivery.

CIF News - 01 Oct 2024
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Almost half of construction companies have low or no involvement in public infrastructure projects – Construction Industry Federation survey

48% of construction companies have no or low involvement in public infrastructure projects according to a survey carried out by the Construction Industry Federation.

CIF News - 16 Aug 2024
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Launch of the CIF Carbon Calculator: Streamlining carbon accounting for Irish construction businesses

The Construction Industry Federation’s (CIF) Carbon Calculator has been launched, powered by the Sustainability Tool in collaboration with the Supply Chain Sustainability School.

CIF News - 18 Jun 2024
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The Construction Industry Federation welcomes the Build 2024 report, and calls for the continued commitment for timely roll out of infrastructural projects to meet demands of a growing population

PRESS RELEASE For immediate release 12th June 2024   The Construction Industry Federation welcomes the Build 2024 report, published yesterday by the Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform,

IHBA - 13 Jun 2024
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Turnover and employment continue to rise in construction: CIF Construction Outlook Q2 Survey

Turnover and employment continue to rise in construction: CIF Construction Outlook Q2 Survey.

CIF News - 25 Apr 2024
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Q&A With Sophie Hurst, Integrity Software MD Reflecting on 25 years in the industry

As part of our International Women’s Day coverage, Sophie Hurst, Managing Director of our corporate partner Integrity Software, reflects on her 25 years in the industry. 

Corporate Partners - 09 Mar 2024
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The Construction Industry Federation and Irish Home Builders’ Association Welcome New Planning and Development Bill

The Construction Industry Federation and Irish Home Builders’ Association have welcomed the new Planning and Development Bill. Conor O’Connell, Director of Housing and Planning with the Construction Industry Federation and

IHBA - 22 Nov 2023
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Construction Industry Federation Q3 Economic Outlook: Half of construction companies remain positive about health of the industry, despite rising material and labour costs.

Half of construction companies in Ireland remain positive about the health of the industry despite 76% reporting a year-on-year increase in labour costs and 64% citing a year-on-year increase in

CIF News - 13 Nov 2023
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Key Contacts

Meabh Smith, MPRII

Director of Communications
Email: [email protected]

Meabh Smith joined CIF in 2022 and provides strategic oversight and management of communications including media relations, integrated campaign management, digital marketing, branding, website development, social media engagement, event management and publications. Prior to joining CIF, Meabh was a brand manager with an IFSC reinsurance company and held roles as Head of Communications within the disability and overseas development sectors, where she managed public communications campaigns on domestic and international issues. Meabh’s qualifications include Masters Degrees in Journalism and Digital Media, and in Science, alongside Diplomas in Project Management and Direct and Digital Marketing. She is also a fully accredited member of PRII.

Jennifer Nisbet-Daly, MPRII

Communications Executive
Email: [email protected]

Jennifer Nisbet-Daly joined the CIF in 2018 and holds a BBus in Marketing & Event Management, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Innovation & Enterprise from University College Dublin. Jennifer also holds a National Diploma in Media, has a QQI award for Business Planning, and is a fully accredited member of the Public Relations Institute of Ireland. Before joining the CIF, Jennifer held creative roles in the Charity and Agri-Food sectors, and previously managed the social presence for Innovation and Digital Adoption for the Construction Sector Group (CSG). Alongside the management of corporate partner relationships, Jennifer plays a key role in the delivery of the CIF's public affairs strategy, DEI strategy, and national campaigns. She also oversees the production of internal and external communications materials such as Construction Magazine, the All Member Circular, Construction Matters, press statements, and CIF reports.

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