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Is Ireland facing an infrastructure emergency?

Ireland is facing a “national emergency” in infrastructure. That’s according to the Chair o...

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11.28 17 Jun 2025


Is Ireland facing an infrastructure emergency?


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11.28 17 Jun 2025


Ireland is facing a “national emergency” in infrastructure.

That’s according to the Chair of the The Economic and Social Research Institute Sean O’Driscoll.

Our transport, housing and water systems are all in dire need of help, and not enough action is being taken apparently.

So, is it?

Joining Andrea to discuss is Town Planner Derek Whyte, Barry Kenny, Corporate Comms Manager at Irish Rail, Chair of the National Water Forum Dr Matt Crowe, Architect and Environmentalist Duncan Stewart and listeners.


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