Key Watchdogs Highlighting Cost Overruns in Irish Government Projects The primary watchdog in Ireland for auditing public accounts and highlighting cost overruns is the Comptroller and Auditor General (C&AG), whose reports are often reviewed by the Oireachtas Public Accounts Committee (PAC). The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council (IFAC) also critiques broader fiscal spending overruns. Based on […]

Revolutionizing Construction Procurement: An Update on QUANTUM ALL ISLAND’s Tiered Access Levels In the fast-evolving world of construction, where efficiency, transparency, and cost control are paramount, innovative platforms like QUANTUM ALL ISLAND are making waves across Ireland. Developed over 12 years by Quintin QS, a leading quantity surveying firm in Northern Ireland, this digital tool […]

Key Legal Developments as of September 2025 The Irish construction industry is experiencing significant regulatory changes in 2025, driven by efforts to enhance standards, sustainability, worker protections, and infrastructure delivery. Below is a summary of the most recent and impactful legal news, based on developments up to September 2025. 1. Sectoral Employment Order (SEO) for […]

Starting a monthly update, here is a list of the top 10 issues currently important to building contractors and clients in Northern Ireland, based on recent industry reports and forecasts. These reflect challenges in September 2025 and anticipated trends leading into December 2025, such as ongoing economic pressures, infrastructure limitations, and policy developments. I’ve prioritized […]