International Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Day: Recognising the impact of construction MSMEs

Each year, International Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSME) Day, 27th June, highlights the critical role smaller businesses play in driving employment, innovation and economic growth.

CIF News - 25 Jun 2026
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Digital Collaboration Network: Providing a structured forum for collaboration, shared learning, and practical support

The CIF’s Construction 4.0 Committee established a Digital Collaboration Network to support members in the implementation of digital processes within their businesses.

Industry News - 22 Jun 2026
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Built for Better: ESG round-up – infrastructure, public realm and social value projects

Infrastructure and public realm projects are key to economic and societal development. This round-up highlights how the industry is delivering long-term value through infrastructure and socially impactful projects. Public realm

ESG round up - 19 Jun 2026
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Built for Better: ESG round-up – governance, certification, awards and industry recognition

Strong governance and standards underpin industry credibility and performance. This theme highlights the frameworks, certifications and achievements shaping best practice across the sector. Excellence across the sector 🏆 Dornan Engineering

ESG round up - 19 Jun 2026
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Built for Better: ESG round-up – health, safety and wellbeing

Health, safety and wellbeing remain core priorities across the industry. This theme highlights the industry’s focus on safer sites and stronger wellbeing outcomes across the workforce.

ESG round up - 18 Jun 2026
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Built for Better: ESG round-up – biodiversity, nature and environmental stewardship

Protecting and enhancing natural ecosystems is an increasing focus across construction projects.

ESG round up - 18 Jun 2026
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Built for Better: ESG round-up – circular economy, innovation and modern methods of construction

Innovation is driving more efficient and sustainable ways of building. This round-up highlights how the industry is adopting circular principles and modern methods to transform delivery.

ESG round up - 18 Jun 2026
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Built for Better: ESG round-up – education, STEM outreach and future talent

Attracting and developing future talent is critical to the sector’s long-term sustainability.

ESG round up - 18 Jun 2026
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Built for Better: ESG round-up – diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility

Building a more inclusive and accessible industry continues to be a key focus. This round-up highlights progress in improving representation and creating more equitable opportunities across the sector.

ESG round up - 18 Jun 2026
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Built for Better: ESG round-up – community engagement and social impact

Construction plays a central role in shaping communities. This round-up highlights the sector’s approach to engaging stakeholders and delivering measurable social impact. Delivering social value 🤝 Castlethorn Construction supported the

ESG round up - 18 Jun 2026
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Key Contacts

Meabh Smith, MPRII

Director of Communications
Email: [email protected]

Meabh Smith joined CIF in 2022 and provides strategic oversight and management of communications including media relations, integrated campaign management, digital marketing, branding, website development, social media engagement, event management and publications. Prior to joining CIF, Meabh was a brand manager with an IFSC reinsurance company and held roles as Head of Communications within the disability and overseas development sectors, where she managed public communications campaigns on domestic and international issues. Meabh’s qualifications include Masters Degrees in Journalism and Digital Media, and in Science, alongside Diplomas in Project Management and Direct and Digital Marketing. She is also a fully accredited member of PRII.

Jennifer Nisbet-Daly, MPRII

Communications Executive
Email: [email protected]

Jennifer Nisbet-Daly joined the CIF in 2018 and holds a BBus in Marketing & Event Management, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Innovation & Enterprise from University College Dublin. Jennifer also holds a National Diploma in Media, has a QQI award for Business Planning, and is a fully accredited member of the Public Relations Institute of Ireland. Before joining the CIF, Jennifer held creative roles in the Charity and Agri-Food sectors, and previously managed the social presence for Innovation and Digital Adoption for the Construction Sector Group (CSG). Alongside the management of corporate partner relationships, Jennifer plays a key role in the delivery of the CIF's public affairs strategy, DEI strategy, and national campaigns. She also oversees the production of internal and external communications materials such as Construction Magazine, the All Member Circular, Construction Matters, press statements, and CIF reports.

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