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<p>Submissions on BusConnects Cork show homeowners concerned about the possible loss of parts of their gardens and on-street parking, the risk of devaluation of their homes, worries about the impact of construction on the structural integrity of their homes. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>
'We've no intention of rushing BusConnects plan ... the aim is to get it right' 
From councillors labelling it as 'bonkers' to claims the plan has reduced elderly residents to tears, BusConnects is not short of critics, but the man overseeing its delivery in Cork says it is a simple choice of whether we want improved bus and bike infrastructure or not, writes Eoin English, in the second of a three-part series

Mon, 10 Oct, 2022

<p>An Bord Pleanála chairman Dave Walsh recommended Paul Hyde's appointment as deputy chairman.</p>
Cianan Brennan: An Bord Pleanála following the whitewash playbook
What has emerged regarding the other members of An Bord Pleanála deserves further scrutiny, at the very least.

Wed, 12 Oct, 2022

<p>TJ Hunter, senior director, Onshore Ireland and UK, with global renewable energy company Ørsted, the Danish company which has offices in Cork.</p>
Ireland too slow-moving to meet its offshore wind energy goals
Three roadblocks to growing Irish renewable energy: inefficiency in planning, speed of connection, low capacity of energy grid

Fri, 14 Oct, 2022

<p>Paul Hyde. File Picture</p>
DPP begins criminal prosecution of former Bord Pleanála deputy chair Paul Hyde
The planning board has been under intense pressure for the past six months after a series of allegations of potential conflicts of interest were made against Mr Hyde

Mon, 10 Oct, 2022

<p> St. Finbarr's Oratory at Gougane Barra. An Bord Pleanála's ruling also ran contrary to the recommendation of their own senior planning inspector, who said: “This is a development that would have significant adverse environmental and visual impacts and is not sustainable at this highly sensitive location." File picture: Denis Minihane.</p>
An Bord Pleanála concedes legal battle over Gougane Barra wind farm
Community group Coiste Forbartha Béal Átha ’n Ghaorthaidh CLG had petitioned against what would have been the biggest wind turbines in Co Cork

Thu, 06 Oct, 2022

<p> <span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB">An Bord Pleanála said there was 'no linkage between delays and any proposed legislative amendments'.</span> </p>
An Bord Pleanála denies delaying large-scale planning decisions until law changes
Planning legislation amendments expected to be enacted by the end of the year will see the threshold for taking judicial reviews raised significantly

Thu, 06 Oct, 2022

<p>An artist's impression of the Ringaskiddy incinerator project. Indaver had secured permission in 2018, which was challenged by an environmental group. </p>
Indaver profits more than double as electricity prices surge
Profits of €21.1m for Belgian-owned waste-processing and power-generation firm

Thu, 06 Oct, 2022

<p>The four to six-storey blocks comprise 30 build-to-rent apartments and 70 further apartments catering for 326 student bed spaces on land at Punches Cross, which is currently occupied by a partially demolished petrol station and other disused buildings. File picture</p>
High Court quashes permission for student apartment plan in Limerick
The permission was quashed because An Bord Pleanála failed to send ETI’s 100-page submission on the development to the local council within the required time limit

Wed, 05 Oct, 2022

<p>Dealz, Fonthill Retail Park, Clondalkin.</p>
Dealz store owners win challenge against planning laws threatening its closure
An Bord Pleanála must reconsider its refusal to declare that the use of the premises as a Dealz store is exempted development — meaning it does not require planning permission

Wed, 05 Oct, 2022

<p>The development from EMR Projects had sought permission for the 214 apartments and 70 houses alongside a creche, retail unit, café, medical unit and office units. Picture: PA</p>
Appeal against plans for almost 300 homes in Cork as locals raise 'grave concerns' 
It is one of three developments where planning permission has recently been sought in the locality of Water Rock

Wed, 05 Oct, 2022

<p>Despite the fact that the remaining six members of ABP made hundreds of decisions in the company of Mr Hyde, the <span class="contextmenu quote">Irish Examiner</span> understands that the six remaining personnel currently employed at board level will remain in their positions.</p>
An Bord Pleanála board to stay in place despite 'multiple conflict of interest allegations'
Cian O’Callaghan said it is “incredible” that independent accusations into the alleged poor behaviour of other members of the board will not be investigated

Tue, 04 Oct, 2022

<p>The National Children's Hospital in Dublin is  not expected to become operational until 2024 at least.</p>
Irish Examiner view: Hospital update gives little cause for optimism
The Oireachtas health committee was told that expenditure to date on the National Children's Hospital project has reached €1,130,409,151

Thu, 06 Oct, 2022

<p>This newspaper and other media have reported on how a trend had set in among some board members of having scant regard for inspectors’ reports, sometimes ignoring their recommendations without offering reasons and driving on to give the nod to the project in question. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire</p>
Mick Clifford: Lid lifts on An Bord Pleanála's cavalier culture
Why did it take a complete depletion of confidence in what is a vital organ of State before urgency and political will focused on the maintenance of standards?

Tue, 04 Oct, 2022

<p>Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien will bring an action plan to reform An Bord Pleanála, which has been dogged by controversy in recent months.</p>
Government to approve major overhaul of An Bord Pleanála 
The board's capability to make decisions at variance with a development plan would be limited

Tue, 04 Oct, 2022

<p>An Bord Pleanála has been under intense scrutiny.</p>
Irish Examiner view: Can changes restore planning board's battered reputation?
Proposed new ethics and compliance unit will aim to address potential conflicts of interest

Wed, 05 Oct, 2022

<p>Chair Dave Walsh said ABP had been under the spotlight during a “few very difficult weeks” amid serious allegations about their work. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire</p>
An Bord Pleanála staff told allegations and media commentary had been 'disruptive and disquieting'
The message was one of a series of communications from senior management to staff as they grappled with the fallout from the resignation of deputy chairman Paul Hyde and other controversies about their work

Sun, 02 Oct, 2022

<p>The new state agency will be responsible for regulating development and activity in Ireland's maritime area and aims to protect the marine environment while enabling planning permission for wind farms with one environmental assessment. File photo: Neil Michael</p>
Wind sector urgently needs clarity, Cork company says
Shell's withdrawal from deals to jointly develop a floating wind project off the Clare coast should "focus minds" within Government on setting up the Maritime Area Regulatory Authority

Wed, 28 Sep, 2022

<p>Páirc Uí Chaoimh was initially slated to be redeveloped into a 45,000-capacity stadium. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>
Cork GAA lodges High Court suit against developers of Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Cork County Board lodged papers against builders John Sisk and Son and engineering consultancy Malachy Walsh and Co

Mon, 26 Sep, 2022

<p>Simon Communities across the country will campaign for the ending of homelessness this week, starting with a conference highlighting issues such as lack of housing supply.</p>
'Hidden homelessness' witnessed by 26% of people, study shows
Various homeless charities and organisations believe hidden homelessness is not accurately recorded in homlessness figures

Sun, 25 Sep, 2022

<p> Students at the South East Technological University on the Cork Road, Waterford. Picture: Dan Linehan</p>
University examines plans to build up to 300 student beds in Waterford
Management has formed a task force to find long-term options out of the student accommodation crisis.

Fri, 23 Sep, 2022

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