Office of Public Works

The Office of Public Works and Transport for Ireland announce free entry for Senior Citizens to Heritage sites when passengers use TFI Local Link services for month of May

The participating sites include some of Ireland’s most iconic landmarks, historic houses, castles, and gardens, offering a diverse range of experiences for visitors of all interests

Celebrating Creativity as we Age – Minister Moran announces free admission on 23 May for all Senior Citizens to OPW sites

The OPW is delighted to collaborate with Age and Opportunity on this initiative

Casimir Markievicz: A Polish Artist in Bohemian Dublin' Exhibition to Open at Dublin Castle

Exciting exhibition delves into the artistic journey of Casimir Markievicz

Conservation work transforms Barryscourt Castle into a must-visit heritage destination

Barryscourt Castle to reopen in April 2025 following major conservation works

Consultations

Review of the Preliminary Flood Risk Assessment (PFRA) 27 March 2025

Bonet Arterial Drainage Scheme Bridge Rehabilitation Works, Rubbal river, Corruda & Fawan Co. Leitrim. 24 March 2025

OPW Pipe culvert replacement, Kilgevrin, Milltown, Galway 14 March 2025

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General Publications

New Minister Brief 2025 24 February 2025

Reconstruction of wall at Lansdowne House - context note 28 January 2025

OPW Technical Guidance: ‘Approaches to Improving the Energy Performance of Heritage Properties in State Care’ 7 January 2025

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Press Releases

The Office of Public Works and Transport for Ireland announce free entry for Senior Citizens to Heritage sites when passengers use TFI Local Link services for month of May 30 April 2025

OPW announces Government commitment to proceed with Limerick Opera Centre 29 April 2025

Minister Kevin Moran announces funding approval for Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection for Pollamore Far, Co. Cavan. 28 April 2025

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Ministers

Kevin 'Boxer' Moran

Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works

Senior Management

John Conlon

Chairman

Robert Mooney (Commissioner)

Head of Planning and Climate Adaptation

Jim Casey

Head of Flood Risk Management

Rosemary Collier

Head of Heritage Services and Capital Works Delivery

Cathleen Morrison

Head of Estate Management

Kathryn Whyte

Head of Corporate Services

Conor Sreenan

State/Principal Architect

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