Ireland: Government Policy & Public Finance

Ireland's Critical Infrastructure Act 2026 introduces a new legal framework requiring public bodies to prioritise and expedite delivery of State-funded infrastructure projects designated as critical by the Government. The Act establishes ministerial oversight powers, coordination duties, and resource allocation requirements while notably exempting designated projects from certain climate action obligations.

The European Commission's Chips Act 2.0 proposes sweeping measures to strengthen Europe's semiconductor ecosystem through strategic project designations, regional excellence frameworks, and enhanced supply chain regulation.