
Exploring how Irish public projects were executed in practice, focusing on implementation, lessons learned and the institutional memory often lost over time.
The title Memo to File refers to the once common practice in the Civil Service of adding a concise but comprehensive digest to project documentation, ensuring that any future civil servant reviewing the file would know the lessons learned.
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Economist Colm McCarthy discusses infrastructure delivery, fiscal prudence, populism, accountability and more.
McCarthy was a member of the Expenditure Review Committee, often referred to as An Bord Snip, which was an advisory group established duri... more
Former Secretary General Brendan Tuohy discusses the Global Crossing project.
With major backing from the Irish government, Global Crossing involved building two transatlantic fibre-optic cables and compatible landing points in Ireland.
The Irish g... more
Lily Collison and Professor Jennifer Ryan discuss the Cerebral Palsy Programme of Excellence, a five-year initiative that is improving care for those with cerebral palsy in Ireland.
The Programme of Excellence is advancing a national register and ad... more
This conversation with Frank Allen, former CEO of the Railway Procurement Agency (RPA), explores the Luas light rail project in Dublin and considers what can be learned from it.
The RPA was established in 2001 to deliver the Luas and a separate tend... more
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This show examines how large Irish public projects are planned and delivered in practice, with a focus on implementation details, practical lessons, and the institutional memories that shape future policy. Episodes commonly feature economists, former government officials, engineers, and healthcare or transport practitioners who dissect project governance, cost-benefit analyses, regulatory shifts, and accountability mechanisms. A standout trait is the mix of deep technical analysis with accessible storytelling, often including post-interview digests that translate insights for early-career professionals. The format tends to blend critical examinations of past decisions with actionable takeaways for current infrastructure, public services, an... more
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