James Benson

Emergency measures to fast-track refurbishment of vacant homes to be introduced

Construction firms must place money on deposit with councils before carrying out work

Councils must be properly resourced to ensure implementation of new Bill, expert says

Those who paid deposits on Rathcoole homes say they are waiting months for connection to water supply

Builders warn increased pandemic-related costs must be passed on to buyers

Estimated value of approved claims under the incentive since 2017 is about €389m

Irish Home Builders Association says current lockdown likely to aggravate housing crisis

Irish Homebuilders Association calls for urgent overhaul of permissions

Industry welcomes €110m affordability plan