For professional planners in Ireland working in government, private practice and others who want to be kept informed on changes in planning thought, law and practice.
IPI Planners Podcast
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For professional planners in Ireland working in government, private practice and others who want to be kept informed on changes in planning thought, law and practice.
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July 6, 2026
Liam Conneally: Galway County Council Leadership
<p>Infrastructure and housing delivery requires seamless coordination between public policy and local authority execution.</p><p>We explore the transition from professional planning to senior local government leadership, focusing on how the Planning and Development Act 2024 empowers long-term development. We discuss the necessity of resourcing, the strategic importance of 10-year plans, and how to balance infrastructure, economic growth, and public trust.</p><p>Our guest is Liam Conneally, Chief Executive of Galway County Council. With a distinguished career in planning, he offers a unique perspective on the intersection of strategic management and physical planning. </p><p>He joins us as a respected colleague to share insights on how the sector can navigate the pressures of modern local government</p><p>THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT</p><p>Career path into senior leadership<br>Implementing Planning and Development Act<br>Front loading pre planning processes<br>Balancing municipal district needs<br>Future of 10 year plans</p><p>QUOTES</p><p>Planners make recommendations for decision makers to make decisions. Those of us who transition into that decision making space will realise the importance in making a decision. - Liam Conneally</p><p>The integrity of the planning system, the role of the regulator in that system is important. From that point of view, the Irish planning system, is probably one of the most open and transparent systems in the world. - Liam Conneally</p><p>We care for, in particular the spoken language, because we know in Galway that in our county and also in Galway City, over 50% of the daily Irish speakers live in our jurisdictions. - Liam Conneally</p><p>GUEST DETAILS</p><p>Liam Conneally is the Chief Executive of Galway County Council and Chair of the County and City Management Associations Planning and Land Use Committee. He brings decades of experience to his role as the first local authority chief executive to rise directly from the planning profession. His expertise includes capital delivery, organizational management, and public service innovation.</p><p>Connect with the Irish Planning Institute:</p><p>Website: ipi.ie</p><p>Podfollow: podfollow.com/ipi</p><p>Search podcast player: "IPI Planners Podcast"</p><p>PODCAST HOST DETAILS</p><p>Dr. Sean O'Leary MIPI is a highly respected Senior Planner at the Irish Planning Institute (IPI) and a key voice in the field of Irish planning. </p><p>With extensive experience and a deep understanding of planning policy and practice, Dr. O'Leary brings a wealth of knowledge to "The Planners' Podcast." </p><p>Professionals and enthusiasts alike seek to navigate the complexities of urban and rural development in Ireland.</p><p>As a member of the Irish Planning Institute (MIPI), Dr. O'Leary demonstrates a commitment to the highest standards of the planning profession. </p><p>Find out more: https://ipi.ie/</p><p>ABOUT THE IRISH PLANNING INSTITUTE</p><p>The Irish Planning Institute (IPI) is the all-island professional body for planners in Ireland, dedicated to advancing the field of physical, spatial, and environmental planning for the common good. </p><p>Established in 1975, the IPI plays a vital role in shaping sustainable development across both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. </p><p>Through its diverse membership, which includes professionals from public, private, and academic sectors, the IPI offers a unified voice on critical planning issues.</p><p>Find out more:</p><p>https://ipi.ie/</p><p>The Planners Podcast is produced for IPI by dustpod.io</p><p>KEYWORDS #PlanningReform #UrbanStrategy #LocalGovernance #InfrastructureDelivery #StrategicPlanning</p>
June 1, 2026
Northern Ireland Planning System Insights
<p>The planning system is often perceived as complex and adversarial, presenting barriers to development and public satisfaction. Success requires overcoming these challenges by embedding continuous improvement and promoting a culture where planners act as facilitators, not barriers.</p><p>This episode explores the Department for Infrastructure’s (DFI) central role in setting strategic direction and its priorities, including the Planning Improvement Programme and the complex timeline for Local Development Plans. We discuss the increasing legislative complexity, resourcing, and the potential for mutual learning through cross-border collaboration.<br>Host Sean O'Leary is joined by Rosemary Daly, Northern Ireland’s Chief Planner, and Philip McGowan, Joint Head of Regional Planning Policy with the Department for Infrastructure.</p><p>THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT</p><p>Planning is a cognitive, creative process<br>DFI's central leadership role explained<br>Improving efficiency via the planning programme<br>Complexity challenges and judicial process<br>Cross-border professional learning and growth</p><p>QUOTES</p><p>Good planning is fundamentally a cognitive discipline before it becomes a technical one. - Philip McGowan</p><p>The thing that really attracts me to planning is there is something for everyone. - Rosemary Daly</p><p>I see planning, especially policy planning, as a creative, deep thinking cognitive process. - Philip McGowan</p><p>The big takeaway for me is the more we work together, the better we will achieve in the world of planning. - Rosemary Daly</p><p>GUEST DETAILS</p><p>Rosemary Daly is Chief Planner and Director of Regional Planning, Governance, and Legislation at the Department for Infrastructure (DFI). She has almost thirty years of planning experience, including private consultancy and eighteen years as a commissioner at the Planned Appeals Commission. Her skills include insight into development delivery and a passion for planning's link to community. </p><p>Philip McGowan is a Principal Planner and Joint Head of Regional Planning Policy at DFI. He is a policy expert, instrumental in delivering the Strategic Planning Policy Statement and creating new policy for safeguarding established residential areas.</p><p>Connect with the Irish Planning Institute:</p><p>Website: ipi.ie</p><p>Podfollow: podfollow.com/ipi</p><p>Search podcast player: "IPI Planners Podcast"</p><p>PODCAST HOST DETAILS</p><p>Dr. Sean O'Leary MIPI is a highly respected Senior Planner at the Irish Planning Institute (IPI) and a key voice in the field of Irish planning. </p><p>With extensive experience and a deep understanding of planning policy and practice, Dr. O'Leary brings a wealth of knowledge to "The Planners' Podcast." </p><p>Professionals and enthusiasts alike seek to navigate the complexities of urban and rural development in Ireland.<br>As a member of the Irish Planning Institute (MIPI), Dr. O'Leary demonstrates a commitment to the highest standards of the planning profession. </p><p>Find out more: https://ipi.ie/</p><p>ABOUT THE IRISH PLANNING INSTITUTE</p><p>The Irish Planning Institute (IPI) is the all-island professional body for planners in Ireland, dedicated to advancing the field of physical, spatial, and environmental planning for the common good. Established in 1975, the IPI plays a vital role in shaping sustainable development across both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Through its diverse membership, which includes professionals from public, private, and academic sectors, the IPI offers a unified voice on critical planning issues.</p><p>Find out more:</p><p>https://ipi.ie/</p><p>The Planners Podcast is produced for IPI by dustpod.io</p><p>KEYWORDS #NorthernIreland #PlanningReform #PolicyPlanning #CrossBorder #PublicInterest</p>
May 4, 2026
Planning Law: Reform, Litigation, Future
<p>Planning today is shaped by major legislative reform, including the Planning and Development Act 2024 and the Critical Infrastructure Bill, climate and environmental obligations, and legal scrutiny.</p><p>In this episode Deirdre Nagle, Partner and Head of the Planning and Environment Law team at Mason Hayes & Curran LLP, brings us up to date with these issues and discusses the need for planners to be brave in decision making.</p><p>Deirdre is Partner and Head of the Planning and Environment Law team at Mason Hayes & Curran LLP. Her extensive expertise includes advising on the planning aspects of major state infrastructure projects, particularly in the energy sector.</p><p>Deirdre practises in both contentious and non-contentious planning and environmental law. She has extensive experience in advising and acting for state bodies on major projects relating to all aspects of the consenting process including compulsory acquisition.</p><p>Prior to joining Mason Hayes & Curran Deirdre worked for a state body responsible for the development of energy infrastructure.</p><p>THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT</p><p>Critical Infrastructure Bill<br>Planning and Development Act 2024<br>Exempted Development Regulations<br>RED III<br>Case law including Coolglass </p><p>QUOTES</p><p>The system, you just have to get through it as quickly as possible. There's no point railing against it, just get on with it. - Deirdre Nagle<br>You can introduce legislation and tell people they have to coordinate, they have to fast track, but do they have the resources? - Deirdre Nagle<br>You just have to kind of prepare for these things to happen and go through the process. - Deirdre Nagle</p><p>GUEST DETAILS</p><p>Deirdre Nagle is a Partner at the law firm Mason Hayes and Curran. She is a leading practitioner in planning and environmental law. Her expertise includes advising on complex planning projects from strategic planning to consenting and judicial review. Deirdre is passionate about moving infrastructure, housing, and renewable energy projects forward.</p><p>Connect with Deirdre: </p><p>https://www.mhc.ie/people/deirdre-nagle</p><p>https://www.mhc.ie/practice-areas/planning-and-environment-law</p><p>Connect with the Irish Planning Institute:</p><p>Website: ipi.ie</p><p>Podfollow: podfollow.com/ipi</p><p>Search podcast player: "IPI Planners Podcast"</p><p>PODCAST HOST DETAILS</p><p>Dr. Sean O'Leary MIPI is a highly respected Senior Planner at the Irish Planning Institute (IPI) and a key voice in the field of Irish planning. <br>With extensive experience and a deep understanding of planning policy and practice, Dr. O'Leary brings a wealth of knowledge to "The Planners' Podcast." </p><p>Professionals and enthusiasts alike seek to navigate the complexities of urban and rural development in Ireland.<br>As a member of the Irish Planning Institute (MIPI), Dr. O'Leary demonstrates a commitment to the highest standards of the planning profession. </p><p>Find out more: https://ipi.ie/</p><p>ABOUT THE IRISH PLANNING INSTITUTE</p><p>The Irish Planning Institute (IPI) is the all-island professional body for planners in Ireland, dedicated to advancing the field of physical, spatial, and environmental planning for the common good. Established in 1975, the IPI plays a vital role in shaping sustainable development across both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Through its diverse membership, which includes professionals from public, private, and academic sectors, the IPI offers a unified voice on critical planning issues.</p><p>Find out more:<br>https://ipi.ie/</p><p>The Planners Podcast is produced for IPI by dustpod.io</p><p>KEYWORDS #PlanningLaw #DevelopmentAct #JudicialReview #ClimateAction #InfrastructureProjects</p>
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