Irish property prices are overvalued by 8% to 10%, according to the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) in its latest Quarterly Economic Commentary. The organisation analysed the value of houses and apartments taking into account prices, disposable incomes, interest rates, the supply of housing and the ratio of population in the key house…

A major new housing development has been greenlit in Little Island, but Cork County Council has refused permission for an extra 50 homes on the site. Ruden Homes Ltd had lodged a Large-Scale Residential Development application with the council in July for 172 homes at the site in Courtstown. Vickery’s Hall had envisaged 146 new…

Suir Engineering, one of Ireland’s largest engineering services providers, has announced the creation of 200 jobs and the launch of a pioneering Apprentice Centre of Excellence, which will support the state’s SOLAS training programmes. The apprenticeship jobs, all of which will result in permanent positions with Suir Engineering1 are in the areas of electrical and…

Kilsaran, a leading name in the construction and building materials industry, is delighted to have received clearance from the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) for the acquisition of Kilmurray Precast Concrete Limited based in Derryarkin Co. Offaly Celebrating 60 years in business this year, family owned and run Kilsaran specialises in producing superior quality…

Layher Allround Scaffolding has earned a reputation for versatility, strength, and adaptability, making it a compelling choice in various construction sectors globally. In the context of Ireland’s residential house-building market, Layher Allround Scaffolding offers distinct advantages tailored to the unique demands of this market, including regulatory requirements, variable weather conditions, and a need for high…