Under Construction with Chadwicks

S2 Ep1: The future of construction in Ireland, with Peter Finn and Jennifer Byrne

Under Construction with Chadwicks

Show Notes

In this episode of Under Construction with Chadwicks, hosts Pat Moore and Aidan Power speak to guests Peter Finn and Jennifer Byrne about the challenges and opportunities we're seeing right now in the world of construction.

Pete Finn, AKA 'Pete the Builder' dives into industry hot-topics; energy efficiency, retro-fits and SEAI grants, price inflation, labour shortages and adaptation in a changing sector.

Get in touch with Pete and see what he’s working: www.finnandflynnconstruction.com Instagram @pete_thebuilder

Jennifer Byrne, Cabinet Maker turned Lecturer at TU Dublin speaks about the Access to Apprenticeship program, the benefits of apprenticeships and what we can do to encourage more diversity in the sector.

If you are an employer and would like to get involved with the Access to Apprenticeship program, please get in touch with the Access to Apprenticeship team on [email protected]

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