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The Minister for Justice Helen McEntee T.D. and the Minister of State for the Office of Public Works (OPW) Kieran O’Donnell T.D. yesterday attended the official opening of Spiddal Garda station in Co. Galway. Welcoming the opening of the new Garda station, Minister McEntee said, “I am delighted to be here on what is a […]

Newgrange’s Ancient Secrets Revealed at Streaming of the Winter Solstice

By Ryan Harmon 4 December 2023

The Winter Solstice sunrise will stream live again this year from inside Newgrange’s passage tomb, the Office of Public Works (OPW) has just announced. People across the world are invited to tune into this phenomenal event, which can be viewed live on gov.ie/opw and heritageireland.ie At sunrise on the shortest day of the year, for 17 minutes, direct

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Tuam Gets New Mural By Internationally Acclaimed Artist

By Ryan Harmon 28 November 2023

A new mural, developed by artist Shane O’Malley and inspired by young people involved in the local Youthreach programme, is being installed on the wall of the newly developed Department of Social Protection (DSP) Centre at the Old Library on Shop Street in Tuam. The new Centre, which was co-funded by the Office of Public […]

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Global Expertise on Climate Change to Strengthen Sceilg Mhichíl’s Climate Resilience

By Ryan Harmon 14 March 2023

The Office of Public Works (OPW) and the National Monuments Service (NMS) at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage announced that the World Heritage Property of Sceilg Mhichíl site has joined a new global initiative to safeguard sites of cultural significance from the impacts of climate change. The OPW and NMS will develop […]

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€30.5m Flood Defences Unveiled in Bandon to Protect 400 Homes

By Ryan Harmon 20 December 2022

Minister of State for the Office of Public Works Patrick O’Donovan TD unveiled a plaque to mark the completion of the new Bandon Flood Relief Scheme representing an investment of some €30.5 million in flood defences for the town. The scheme ensures 392 properties are now protected from potential significant flooding, 177 of which are […]

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OPW to Host Biodiversity Festival and 6th Annual Honey Show at Phoenix Park

By Ryan Harmon 5 September 2022

The 6th Annual Office of Public Works (OPW) Biodiversity Festival & Honey Show will take place in Phoenix Park from Friday 9 until Sunday 11 September 2022. Tours, lectures, and family activities will take place throughout the weekend. All events are free; however, booking is required for some as places are limited. Welcoming the announcement […]

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New Experience at the Blasket Centre in Dún Chaoin Opens

By Ryan Harmon 28 June 2022

A new visitor experience has officially opened at the Blasket Centre, following an investment of €2.9million from Fáilte Ireland, the Office of Public Works and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. The Minister for State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works Patrick O’Donovan and Máire Ní Shúilleabháin Uí Chíobháin, daughter of […]

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Nicholas O’Dwyer Ltd Appointed To Lead Design Of Poddle Relief Scheme

By Nick Fitzgerald 29 May 2018

South Dublin County Council have appointed Nicholas O’Dwyer Ltd to lead the design of the landmark Poddle Flood Alleviation Scheme. The project, expected to cost a total of €7 million, aims to address past extensive flooding, costing life and causing damage to resources and businesses along the River Poddle and to protect property. Funded by the […]

Minister McEntee and Minister O’Donnell attend official opening of the new An Spidéal Garda Station

Newgrange’s Ancient Secrets Revealed at Streaming of the Winter Solstice

Tuam Gets New Mural By Internationally Acclaimed Artist

Global Expertise on Climate Change to Strengthen Sceilg Mhichíl’s Climate Resilience

€30.5m Flood Defences Unveiled in Bandon to Protect 400 Homes

OPW to Host Biodiversity Festival and 6th Annual Honey Show at Phoenix Park

New Experience at the Blasket Centre in Dún Chaoin Opens

Nicholas O’Dwyer Ltd Appointed To Lead Design Of Poddle Relief Scheme

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