The manufacturing sector recorded its sharpest decline since August 2009 in March as the Covid crisis spread, according to AIB data. Builders have halted work on major road and other projects after the Government stepped up Covid-19 restrictions at the weekend. Last night, BAM Ireland said it has halted work on the National Children’s Hospital in Dublin. Ronald also reports today that Trinity College Dublin has acquired the landmark Stack B office building at the IFSC for €16 million. Finally, with the world turning to video conferencing for everything from corporate meetings to cosy family chats, Ciara O’Brien offers an essential guide to the best video calling options around.

Source: The Irish Times April 01, 2020 05:26 UTC