There are not enough homes for new staff in Tipperary, warns Chamber CEO

The lack of homes is impacting expansion plans for many firms, said Michelle Aylward

The lack of housing supply in cities in addition to soaring costs is leading to a rise in emigration, further emptying the talent pool, the Morgan McKinley Quarterly Employment Monitor showed. Picture: PA

Businesses in Co Tipperary are struggling to expand due to a lack of housing for staff, warned the county’s Chamber of Commerce CEO Michelle Aylward.

Employers that cannot offer remote working are finding it difficult to hire staff due to a lack of rental accommodation, she said.