Cairn Homes Appoints Pat Farrell as Independent Non-Executive Director

Cairn Homes Plc, a prominent Irish homebuilding firm, has announced the appointment of Pat Farrell as an independent non-executive director, effective from October 1, 2026. This decision follows a comprehensive recruitment process involving an independent search agency. The appointment underscores the company's dedication to refreshing its board systematically.

Pat Farrell brings a wealth of experience from the Irish real estate, banking, and public policy sectors. He notably served as Chief Executive of Irish Institutional Property, representing major institutional investors in the Irish market. His previous roles include leadership positions at the Bank of Ireland and the Banking & Payments Federation Ireland. Currently, he holds positions at Sherry FitzGerald Group and Co-operation Ireland.

Bernard Byrne, Cairn's Chairman, highlighted Pat's extensive expertise in complex regulatory environments and stakeholder engagement, seeing him as a valuable asset to Cairn's growth and leadership in the homebuilding sector.