Construction sector sees sharp rise in new business with hike in employment activity

The Irish construction sector ended the opening quarter of 2025 on a positive note with a sharp rise in new business, helping lead to a renewed expansion of activity with increases in employment and purchasing activity. Companies indicated that rising new orders amid improving customer demand had been behind the increase in activity. The strongest increase was in commercial activity. Construction firms remained optimistic on the prospect of increasing activity levels over the coming 12 months. Read the full story here.