... in the Republic of Ireland comparable with that of The Netherlands and the UK. Lists the history of planning and conservation in Ireland, the conservation apparent in Dublin and the improvements in policy being undertaken by the Government. Assesses the effectiveness of the building preservation policy in Dublin...

... discusses upgrading structures with sensitivity, which is of particular concern regarding historic buildings, and details specific materials and techniques which may be relevant. Discusses building‐control issues in Ireland and current fire‐control regulations both there and pertaining to the EC. © MCB UP...

...Rob Pickard Explains why the safety measures in England and Ireland have been unsuitable for application to historic buildings and points out that the protection of property has rarely been considered. Details how inflexible the fire safety legislation and regulations have been. The conflict...