One matter that is back on the agenda is the housing crisis.
A global materials shortage is now affecting the construction sector here in Ireland.
The Irish Homebuilders Association has released a new report which highlights how a shortage of building products is having a knock-on effect to pricing.
A worldwide shortage of construction materials is leading to increased building costs.
Hear from the @IhbaIreland, @weareballymore, @Hardwareassoc, and @CIF_Ireland on @PatKennyNT shortly.
⬇️James Benson from @IhbaIreland explaining the impact it is having on the sector. pic.twitter.com/riqcsEzhYt
— Josh Crosbie (@JoshCrosbie3) May 25, 2021
Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie has been speaking with those working in the sector, to find out how bad of an issue this materials shortage really is.
