Concern over the future of many construction companies
With the decision being taken last night to extend the current Covid-19 restrictions, concerns have been expressed for the many construction companies. There will be no re-opening for construction work month, which some Ministers believe will lead to a housing hangover later this year. 80,000 staff have…
Donegal man aims to help those in construction sector get their qualifications
A Donegal-based business owner has developed a new training initiative to tackle Ireland’s growing construction skills shortage. John Power, owner of the Trade Skills Institute, has set up a dedicated training centre in Convoy to provide a range of practical, full-time construction skills courses aimed at fast-tracking people into employment.…
County Council continuing to monitor Strandhill development
Sligo County Council says it will continue to monitor a development in Strandhill involving the construction of 34 new homes. The planning application for the development was initially received by the council in 2006. At present works are stopped on the site. The council says it is in discussions with…