Engineers Ireland publishes The State of Ireland report, an annual assessment of Ireland’s infrastructure. Each year, panels of expert engineers grade each sector of infrastructure and recommend two-year and five-year actions.
Prioritise more populated areas for the rollout of the plan
Investigate the viability of low earth orbit (LEO) satellite broadband as an interim broadband solution for rural communities
If viable, offer subsidies (through for example, a tax credit) for satellite broadband while the network is being built
In the National Development Plan 2018-2027, the Irish Government committed to €116 billion investment in infrastructure. The table below sets out 20 major capital projects to be completed by 2027. Engineers Ireland calls for the timely and efficient delivery of these important projects.
To have your say on Engineers Ireland policy, contact Keelan Keogh, Policy Officer.