Planning Permissions Q1 2024

On 13th June 2024 the CSO published the latest data regarding planning permissions for Q1 2024.

IHBA - 17 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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Construction Industry Federation welcomes Housing Commission report and calls for expansion of housing and infrastructure targets. 

The Construction Industry Federation has welcomed the publication of the Housing Commission report and has called for expansion of housing and infrastructure targets in line with the report, ahead of

CIF News - 23 May 2024
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The Construction Industry Federation has responded to the National Competitiveness and Productivity Council bulletin, published today.

The bulletin, as reported, outlined the impact of Ireland’s housing shortage on the country’s economic competitiveness and labour shortages in construction.

CIF News - 10 May 2024
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Extension of the Development Contribution Waiver and Water Rebate Scheme announced during the latest quarterly update under Housing For All

On Wednesday 24th May, Cabinet approved an extension for the waiving of Local Authority “section 48” development contributions. The announcement came as Taoiseach Simon Harris, Minister Eamon Ryan and Minister

IHBA - 03 May 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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CIF West Gala Dinner

Last Friday, 12th April, more than 200 guests attended the CIF West Gala Dinner at the Ardilaun Hotel, raising €2,500 for the Chairman’s chosen charities, RNLI Galway and the Galway

CIF News - 18 Apr 2024
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National Upskilling Roadmap To Achieve Climate Targets in the Built Environment Launched Today

PRESS RELEASE: Wednesday, 27th March, Dublin. A National Upskilling Roadmap for Sustainability in the Built Environment was launched in Dublin today. The roadmap was developed as part of the EU-Life

CIF News - 27 Mar 2024
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ATU launches free Lean Construction course to reduce waste and increase productivity in the industry

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) officially launches a free online ‘Introduction to Lean Construction MOOC (Massive Open Online Course)’ course delivered through ATU’s online learning platform. Developed with funding from the

CIF News - 25 Mar 2024
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CSO Planning Permissions – 14 Mar ’24

CSO Planning Permissions The CSO have today 14th March 2024, published their latest planning permissions for Q4 2023 and a review of the year. Key findings include: An annual increase

IHBA - 14 Mar 2024
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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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