60-year low housebuilding in Northern Ireland due to water system connection restrictions.
Northern Ireland is experiencing a housebuilding crisis, with new construction at a 60-year low due to restrictions on water system connections. Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd is exploring legislation to require developers to fund upgrades to water treatment facilities, as approximately 19,000 homes are currently delayed. The Construction Employers Federation has called for an expert review of funding for NI Water to address these challenges.
September 25, 2024
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