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Minister John Cummins launches three affordable and cost rental schemes in Waterford
Waterford Fine Gael Minister for Local Government and Planning John Cummins, launched three affordable and cost rental schemes in his home county of Waterford today; The Courtyard in Ballycarnane, Mountneil in Carrickphrish and Gort na hInse in Ballynaneashagh. First port of call of the day was The Courtyard in Ballycarnane, Tramore, where Minister Cummins cut the ribbon on the 25-unit affordable housing scheme. Developed by R. McDonald & Sons and made available for sale by
Nov 17, 20253 min read
New Housing Plan will deliver for Waterford
• Over 300,000 homes to be delivered during lifetime of the plan • Significant and targeted investment in infrastructure, regulatory reform, zoning of land and tax measures to accelerate private sector delivery • Record state investment to deliver 90,000 starter home supports, 72,000 social homes and targetedmeasures to address homelessness • Largest ever housing budget - In 2026 alone over €9 billion capital funding through the Exchequer, the Land Development Agency and the
Nov 13, 20254 min read
Private sector role in wastewater infrastructure will accelerate housing delivery in Waterford
Uisce Éireann will help increase the development of wastewater infrastructure by working with the private sector, Waterford Fine Gael Minister John Cummins has said. Minister Cummins said that serious action must be taken to ensure water services infrastructure does not constrain the delivery of housing, and approval by cabinet last week for changes to wastewater infrastructure will have major benefits for Waterford. “While Uisce Éireann is a driving force in supporting t
Nov 10, 20251 min read
Minister Cummins launches social and age-friendly homes across Waterford
Minister of State for Local Government and Planning John Cummins TD officially launched 50 new social homes and age-friendly homes in Waterford today. The Minister was joined by his Department colleague Minister for Housing James Browne to officially open An Garrán in Tramore, a social housing development consisting of 50 A-rated residential units, comprising 6 one-bed, 28 two-bed, 11 three-bed and 5 disabled accessible two-bed units. Phase 2 of the An Garrán Social Housi
Nov 7, 20253 min read


€1 Million awarded to Portlaw under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund
Waterford Fine Gael Minister of State John Cummins has welcomed this morning, an announcement of €1 million in funding for Portlaw under...
Oct 11, 20252 min read
Funding to protect renters, tackle dereliction and boost housing supply in Waterford achieved in Budget 2026
Tackling derelict properties, protecting renters and accelerating affordable housing supply in Waterford has been prioritised in Budget...
Oct 7, 20253 min read


Capital Build to support Veterinary Medicine at SETU approved by Government
Waterford Fine Gael Minister of State John Cummins has welcomed confirmation by Minister for Agriculture, Food and Marine Martin Heydon...
Oct 3, 20252 min read


Minister Cummins welcomes major expansion of SETU in Waterford
Minister of State and Fine Gael TD John Cummins has said the conclusion and signing of the contract for the expansion of SETU marks a...
Jun 27, 20252 min read


Significant jobs announcement for Waterford will be a huge boost to South-East
Fine Gael TD and Minister of State John Cummins has welcomed today’s announcement by IBM to create 75 high-quality jobs inWaterford....
Jun 26, 20252 min read


Pre-school children in Waterford to get free book bag
Book bags will be available for young children in Waterfordto help prepare them to start school according to Minister of State John...
May 9, 20252 min read


Reception at Áras an Uachtaráin to recognise Waterford Civil Defence members richly deserved
Waterford Fine Gael TD and Minister of State John Cummins represented the Irish Government at a reception to mark 75 years of the Civil...
May 8, 20251 min read


Over €230,000 awarded to protect archaeological monuments in Waterford
• Community Monuments Fund to invest €7.5 million to protect archaeological monuments • 122 projects nationwide set to benefit • Awards...
Apr 16, 20251 min read
Funding for new Cardiac Staff at University Hospital Waterford in move towards 24/7 Care
• Minister Cummins welcomes Cabinet approval for 24/7 cardiac care at University Hospital Waterford • In the region of €611,000 in...
Apr 8, 20252 min read
Over €8.4 Million in national roads funding for Waterford Council to improve road safety
National roads in Waterford will benefit from funding of €8,455,131 for maintenance and repair work this year, said Fine Gael Minister...
Mar 28, 20252 min read


Community centres in Waterford to benefit from €841,065
• Works include building renovations, enhanced amenities, accessibility measures and energy upgrades to help build resilience of...
Mar 11, 20252 min read
€3.7 million in Greenway funding
Minister and Fine Gael TD John Cummins has welcomed this morning’s announcement that over €3.7 million has been awarded towards Greenway...
Mar 5, 20251 min read
Minister Cummins welcomes €325m in funding for housing acquisitions
Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage John Cummins has welcomed the announcement that the...
Mar 4, 20252 min read
Minister Cummins welcomes announcement of new special classes in Waterford
Fine Gael Minister of State John Cummins has welcomed the announcement today of 11 new special classes in Waterford. Minister Cummins...
Feb 27, 20251 min read
Minister Cummins turns sod on new Waterford homes
Waterford Minister and Fine Gael TD John Cummins made his first Ministerial visit to Waterford today to turn the sod on the latest...
Feb 21, 20252 min read
€23.6m in roads funding will help make Waterford roads safer
Regional and local roads across Waterford will benefit from funding of €23.6 million for maintenance and repair work, said a Fine Gael...
Feb 14, 20252 min read
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