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Oireachtas to discuss black economy in the construction sector
The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) will appear before an Oireachtas Committee tomorrow Tuesday 21st May to discuss the issue of the black economy in the construction sector. The CIF will outline examples of black economy activity in the sector involving construction work that is not tax compliant or is being carried out by individuals who are r...
Read MorePrivate sector should follow Government example on bonds
Private clients should follow the bond guidelines announced by the Government for public sector work according to the Construction Industry Federation (CIF). The CIF were speaking after Minister of State Brian Hayes announced measures to reduce the high costs facing construction companies. Bonds are financial securities taken out for construction...
Read MoreGovernment should facilitate Midlands wind power project
The Government needs to do all they can to facilitate major new wind power infrastructure in the Midlands, according to the Construction Industry Federation (CIF). The CIF believes such a project will create substantial employment opportunities and allow Ireland to export wind energy, further strengthening the Government’s finances. The CIF...
Read MoreRoads announcement emphasises need for stimulus over austerity
The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) has said the announcement that 1,000 construction jobs are to be created over the next two years emphasises the need for stimulus over austerity in the Irish economy. The CIF believes the principle of investing in major infrastructure and creating jobs offers the best way to encourage economic activity in Irel...
Read MoreAudit of building projects should be considered across all public procurement bodies
The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) has welcomed the initiative by the Department of Education to clamp down on non compliance in construction work by organising random audits of school building projects. The CIF believes that this model should be examined by other Government Departments and should form the template for ensuring compliance on al...
Read MoreDon't use capital spending to pay for collapse of Croke Park II
The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) is calling on the Government to avoid targeting the capital budget as they seek to bridge the gap in Exchequer finances following the collapse of the Croke Park II deal. Last year the Government admitted that capital spending allocations may be used to “mitigate excess current expenditure”¹ an...
Read MoreHP project to benefit Galway construction industry
The creation of 150 construction jobs for the building of anew Hewlett Packard facility in Galway will be a major benefit to constructionin that region, according to the Construction Industry Federation (CIF). Speaking following the announcement, CIF Director General Tom Parlon said, “This will provide a strong boostto construction companies oper...
Read MoreNew building regulations will reward quality building
The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) has welcomed the publication of the new building regulations saying they will help ensure the work of builders who maintain higher standards is recognised and rewarded. The CIF also praised the Government for implementing measures aimed at improving confidence in the Irish construction sector. “Our...
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