The original £36.2 million budget for the Sub-Regional Stadia Programme, earmarked in 2011, would hypothetically need to be adjusted to approximately £59.4 million in 2025 terms to account for increased construction costs, based on the UK Tender Price Index (TPI). This index measures changes in contractors’ pricing levels for building projects over time. To arrive […]
The “common good” (also known as the “public good” or “public interest”) is a philosophical and legal principle rooted in political theory, dating back to thinkers like Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas, and later formalized in modern governance. It refers to actions, policies, or decisions that benefit society as a whole, rather than prioritizing individual or […]
Gordon Lyons (Northern Ireland’s Minister for Communities and Sports Minister) has released details on the funding for football infrastructure through the Northern Ireland Football Fund. The announcement was made today, September 11, 2025, during a live event, where he outlined which clubs will progress to the next stage of funding allocation from the £36.2 million […]
The top 5 hold-ups in building social housing in the UK, based on a synthesis of reports from government, think tanks, and industry sources, are as follows. These represent the most commonly cited barriers affecting new construction and delivery:
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 […]
UK Construction PMI: A Glimmer of Hope Amid Calls for Bold ReformThe UK construction sector has been navigating choppy waters, but the latest figures offer a ray of optimism. Released today, the S&P Global UK Construction PMI for August 2025 climbed to 45.5, surpassing expectations of 45.0 and marking an improvement from July’s 44.3. While […]
How my father’s lighthouse keeper legacy gave me the perfect blueprint for building an iconic brand identity When Phil Knight paid a graphic design student $35 for what would become the world’s most recognizable logo, he had no idea he was creating a symbol worth $26 billion today. The Nike swoosh didn’t become iconic overnight—it […]