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Author: April Lara

Procurement today is no longer a quiet backroom function. It is stepping into the spotlight as Ireland lays out plans for housing, infrastructure and defence that stretch far beyond the next decade.

Ireland ramps up housing infrastructure with €40bn plan

Author: RTÉ

The latest National Development Plan puts housing at the forefront, earmarking over €40 billion to tackle chronic supply shortages.

Irish prison food bill hits €14.5m as inmate numbers rise and menus expand

Author: The Irish Sun

The Irish Prison Service spent over €14.5 million feeding inmates in 2024 — nearly double the 2014 figure.

Councils under pressure as ethical procurement debate heats up

Author: The Anglo-Celt

Cavan County Council is facing mounting scrutiny over its delay in adopting an Ethical Procurement Policy that could exclude suppliers linked to alleged human rights abuses.

Ireland boosts defence capital spend by 55 percent to €1.7bn

Author: Shephard Media

Ireland is set to increase defence capital investment by more than half between 2026 and 2030, rising from €1.1 billion to €1.7 billion under the newly revised National Development Plan.

Ireland ramps up infrastructure with €275bn pipeline through 2035

Author: Mason Hayes & Curran

Ireland’s updated National Development Plan (NDP) sets out an ambitious €275.4 billion spend through 2035, including €102.4 billion earmarked for 2026–2030.

Longford businesses urged to tap public sector opportunities at Aviva expo

Author: Longford Live

Local businesses in Longford are being encouraged to attend the Government Supply Expo 2025 at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium on 11 November.

Future proofed

Author: April Lara

Procurement is gaining power in places few expected. It’s influencing how we future-proof infrastructure, strengthen care systems, and close the gaps in our digital defences.

Private labs process bulk of CervicalCheck samples as public capacity lags

Author: The Irish Times

Over 83% of cervical screening samples in Ireland were handled by private international labs in 2024, with US-based Quest Diagnostics managing the lion’s share.

Bank of Ireland backs strong consumer spending and invests €94 million in STEM future

Author: Crowdfund Insider

Bank of Ireland has reported steady consumer spending growth in June 2025, fueled by rising wages, tax cuts, and demand for experiences like travel and hospitality.

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