Ireland's approach to the enforcement of building regulations requires a cultural shift, according to the new President of the Society of Chartered Surveyors. Kevin Hollingsworth called for a new ...

Buying a home is usually the biggest purchase of someone's life. But what happens if what you thought you were paying for isn't what you end up with? Homebuyers have been reporting that an unregulated ...

Dublin Fire Brigade's Chief Fire Officer Patrick Fleming has said more resources are needed to help local authorities carry out building control inspections. It comes as Minister for Housing Eoghan ...

Government proposals for self-certification could spell end of regulation by local authorities An alliance of industry bodies has warned that a government review could lead to the end of local ...

Members of Parliament in the UK and construction experts are calling on the Government to set up a New Homes Ombudsman to mediate in disputes between home buyers and house builders. This is one of 10 ...

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