On 3^rd March 2025 the Company was pleased to award six Plasterers with their Master Plasterer Award. 

This was done at Mansion House in the presence of the Lord Mayor, who kindly welcomed us all into his house and presented the awards alongside the Master Plaisterer. This year, we were delighted to award George O’Malley, Robert Harding, Jethro Marsh, Dolcie Ross Keogh, Kevin Holbrook, and Karl Claydon. The Chairman of Industry Committee, Court Assistant Jon Riley, and Liveryman Ray Deeks, along with the Clerk, were also present to witness the occasion. 

The award is given by the Plaisterers Industry Team following an application and interview with the candidate, who must submit a portfolio of evidence of their work along with references. This is a prestigious award, and we are delighted to welcome the six new Master Plasterers to the small group of previous awardees. 

The application process is now open for 2026. Should you be interested in applying, please do so before September 2025.   

In addition, Dolcie Ross Keogh has become the first female to be honoured by the Worshipful Company of Plaisterers and the Cork Echo published details of her work and background, which can be read here.