Ibec warmly welcomes Acceleration Infrastructure Taskforce report

Ibec CEO Danny McCoy said:

“The Acceleration Infrastructure Taskforce report highlights the barriers to infrastructure delivery in Ireland right now. It is critical that Government implements the recommended reforms fully and urgently. Ineffective infrastructure delivery creates a recipe for long-term competitiveness losses, seriously compounding our current capacity constraints and infrastructural bottlenecks, which are holding the economy back.

Improving infrastructure delivery is possible through regulatory simplification as well as the necessary strategic investment. We welcome the Taskforce's commitment to streamlining complex planning, licensing, and procurement processes, ensuring adherence to timelines. The State must also invest in the skills and expertise required for accelerated delivery.”

Ibec President Colin Hunt said:

“I warmly welcome the publication of the report of the Accelerating Infrastructure Taskforce. This comprehensive document represents a significant milestone for Ireland, providing a clear roadmap to address the critical infrastructural challenges facing our country. At a time when our population and economy are growing rapidly, the prioritisation of key infrastructure projects is imperative if we are to secure Ireland’s continued economic and social prosperity.

However, the publication of this report must be seen as a starting point, not a conclusion. The real measure of success will be our ability to translate these recommendations into implementation and sustained action. This will require robust tracking and transparent measurement of progress so that stakeholders - Government, business, and the wider public - can see tangible outcomes. Only through ongoing accountability can we ensure that the positive vision outlined in the report delivers real, lasting impact for communities and businesses across the country”