Office of Public Works

Experience the Winter Solstice live from Newgrange - Livestream Link now available

This rare phenomenon, which has captivated visitors for generations, marks the shortest day of the year.

The Prisoners’ Lens: Secret photography in Kilmainham Gaol, 1921

Reminding us of the enduring humanity that can be found in the darkest of places

Discover the Magic of Christmas at OPW Heritage Sites Nationwide

Some of the country’s best known heritage sites are celebrating the festive season with a wonderful programme of events to suit all tastes.

Protect the Phoenix Park Deer: Help Santa this Christmas by Keeping Your Distance

Santa is calling on all his little helpers to remember to ‘Steer Clear’ of the wild deer in the Phoenix Park and give them lots of space this Christmas.

Consultations

Broadmeadow & Ward Arterial Drainage Scheme Maintenance Works 5 December 2025

Boyle Arterial Drainage Scheme Maintenance Works, Co. Sligo/Roscommon 21 November 2025

Bonet Arterial Drainage Scheme Maintenance Works, Co. Leitrim. 21 October 2025

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General Publications

Office of Public Works - NDP Sectoral Plan 2026 - 2030 4 December 2025

Office of Public Works Annual Report 2024 7 November 2025

Office of Public Works Annual Report 2023 7 November 2025

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Press Releases

The Prisoners’ Lens: Secret photography in Kilmainham Gaol, 1921 8 December 2025

Minister Moran announces appointment of the main contractor to the project to restore Kilmacurragh House at the National Botanic Gardens, Wicklow 5 December 2025

Minister Kevin “Boxer” Moran launches the Office of Public Work’s National Development Plan (NDP) Sectoral Plan 2026-2030 4 December 2025

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Policies

Built Heritage

Flood Risk Management

Estate Management

Services

Apply for Building Contractor Approval

Application Form for the Consultants Direct Invitation List

Government Publications

Make a Light-Up Request

Ministers

Kevin 'Boxer' Moran

Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works

Senior Management

John Conlon

Chairman

Robert Mooney (Commissioner)

Assistant Secretary, Flood Risk Management Strategy and Estate Capital Programme Services

Jim Casey

Director, Flood Risk Management Capital Programme Delivery and Operations

Rosemary Collier

Assistant Secretary, Heritage Services and Capital Works Delivery

Cathleen Morrison

Assistant Secretary, Estate Management

Kathryn Whyte

Assistant Secretary, Organisational Capability and Corporate Services

Conor Sreenan

State Architect and Principal Architect

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