Dublin Chamber today strongly welcomes the Government plan to remove the barriers to delivering vital infrastructure projects that will unlock housing and enable economic activity across Ireland.
Mary Rose Burke, Dublin Chamber CEO said “We welcome the Government’s decision to implement the Accelerating Infrastructure Taskforce recommendations, speeding up planning decisions across multiple agencies and introducing long-overdue limits on judicial reviews that serve to stall the delivery of vital public infrastructure and housing at considerable cost to the Exchequer.”
Mary Rose Burke warned “Unless these changes are implemented in full and with urgency, activity in Dublin will grind to a halt. Without vital projects such as Metrolink, DART+ and LUAS extensions, the daily gridlock on Dublin’s streets will only get worse. Without water and wastewater and better grid connections, as well as more public transport, the housing to meet the needs of Dublin’s growing population will not be built.”
The Government’s commitment to streamline the judicial-review process marks a decisive shift towards a system that prioritises delivery, certainty and the public interest. Dublin Chamber particularly welcomes the assignment of clear responsibility and deadlines to Ministers and senior civil servants, a level of accountability that has been missing for years.
This action sends a strong signal to investors, employers and residents that Ireland is serious about building the infrastructure a growing, modern capital city urgently needs. With the right reforms in place, projects stuck in the planning process can finally progress. This will support economic growth, improve quality of life, and restore much-needed confidence in the Government’s ability to deliver.
Dublin Chamber now urges swift and transparent implementation. Legislative changes such as the Civil Reform Bill and the Critical Infrastructure Bill must be backed by robust timelines, multi-annual funding and coordinated delivery across Government. Momentum cannot be lost. Dublin and its continued growth depend on progress.
Dublin Chamber will continue to be a positive voice for Dublin and business to ensure Government delivers these essential infrastructure commitments.
About Dublin Chamber: Dublin Chamber is Ireland’s largest chamber of commerce with over 1000 member companies. It is the most representative and broadly-based business group in the Greater Dublin Area, providing representation and networking services. Its policy work focuses on developing the Dublin region’s infrastructure & transport, promoting competitiveness, and improving local governance. Dublin Chamber is also one of the oldest chambers of commerce in the world, tracing its origins back to 1782.
For further information please contact:
Stephen Browne | Head of Public Affairs | Dublin Chamber | stephen@dublinchamber.ie