Cork is the fastest-growing city in Ireland and plays a key role in the economy of the south of Ireland. In order to facilitate and enhance its ongoing economic development and population growth, Cork needs targeted, strategic infrastructure investment and delivery. This is essential for attracting investment, improving the movement of goods and people, and fostering overall regional growth. Addressing this critical issue must be a top priority for the Government to ensure Cork can compete effectively on the European stage. Committing to the delivery of strategic projects will help to build Cork’s competitiveness and further contribute to its progress as a true economic counterweight to the capital city.
Topics will include:
- developing utilities to support Cork’s population and economic growth
- retaining attractiveness for foreign direct investment (FDI) in a challenging international environment
- sustainable and environmentally-friendly ways to improve transportation infrastructure
- ensuring a pipeline of key capital infrastructure projects to enable construction companies to scale up
- expediting the delivery of sustainable infrastructure whilst also decarbonising construction
