The Irish Planning Institute (IPI), the all island professional body representing planners in Ireland, has launched its 10th Irish Planning Awards. The awards, which are now open for entry, will be presented at a black tie dinner in The Grand Hotel, Malahide, in February 2018. The closing date for entries is 13th October 2017.

Speaking on the launch of the awards, Deirdre Fallon, President of the IPI said “The Irish Planning Institute’s Planning Awards are presented every two years to highlight innovation and achievement in Irish planning. The awards demonstrate to the general public, planning and other associated professions examples of successful and innovative planning projects through which the quality of life of people is enhanced and improved: socially, economically and environmentally.”

Seven awards, including the overall Irish Planning Award winner, will be presented. Categories include Plan Making, Participation and Engagement, Design and Planning and Economic Development.

Further information about the both Irish Planning Institute and the Irish Planning Awards is available on the IPI website www.ipi.ie.